You don't have a say in setting gas prices, and you certainly can't force the real estate market to bounce back. Instead, get a grip on your spending and come to terms with the fact that resiliency is the key to long-term financial success. TODAY financial editor Jean Chatzky offers tips to get a grip in unsure times.

The Duggar kids planned a big Mother's Day surprise for their mom this year but the surprise was on them when Michelle Duggar announced on the TODAY Show that they were soon to welcome an 18th sibling.

The Hank Zipzer series written by Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver and illustrated by Jesse Joshua Watson continues with the latest adventures of the elementary-school hero. An excerpt.

Before you light that fire, check out Epicurious' picks for the most essential grilling cookbooks. Whether you're a beginner, advanced or looking for new dishes, these seven books will definitely earn their place in your kitchen.

With more and more women finding that having children and pursing an Olympic dream not only go hand in hand, but can actually provide a competitive edge, this might just be the summer of the gold medal mom.

Olympians who balance practicing with parenting hope to teach their children by example.

With the housing crunch upon us, you'd be wise to choose your markets carefully. Real estate expert Barbara Corcoran reveals which areas to avoid and which to embrace.

Did you see Richard's flavorful braised brisket of beef, creamed spinach with star anise and potato gratin and wish you knew the recipe? Well, now you do! Start whipping up the winning comfort food dish from the ninth week and soon everyone will think you're the "Top Chef."

Young designers competing to get noticed by fashion labels can now launch their careers online through the fashion world's answer to the social networking Web site MySpace.com.

Gene Robinson, the first openly gay Episcopal bishop, knows he is inviting death threats by entering into a civil union with his gay partner on the eve of his churchs biggest ecclesiastical conference. But, he told TODAY's Matt Lauer, he is doing what God asks of him.

This Mother's Day, the best gift you can give your mother just might be forgiveness. Dr. Diana Kirschner explains how both parents and children can weather the storm and wind up closer than ever.

In an exclusive interview with TODAY's Ann Curry, Cindy McCain condemned the Myanmar government's handling of the humanitarian crisis in the cyclone-ravaged nation. She also ruled out negative campaigning by her husband, presumptive GOP presidential nominee John McCain, and said she would not release her tax returns.

Can't seem to win in the dating game? It may be time to polish your technique. Here, two experts offer essential tips to help you on your way.

"Top Chef" abandoned it's popular "Restaurant Wars" this season in favor of "Wedding Wars." The chefs stayed up for almost two days creating two different menus for a wedding reception. While the bride and groom were please, the judges ended their relationship with one contestant...

You can eat burgers, cheesecake and doughnuts and still lose weight. Men's Health shows you how.

If your mom has passed away, or you are estranged from her, Mother's Day can be a painful time. Dr. Gail Saltz suggests ways to use the holiday as a time to heal and remember, not to grieve.

According to a 2007 survey by the American Podiatric Medical Association, more than 50 percent of women have foot pain that gets in the way of everyday life. Here, some of your most common Achilles' heels, plus how to kick pain to the curb.

Boaters and RV owners would sooner give up new clothes and expensive dining than retire their gas-guzzling toys. Peter Greenberg expounds on how Americans are opting for vacations closer to home and using their equipment in different ways.

Planning to cook some outdoor meals this summer? If so, then you'll need the right tools. Lucky for you, the editors of Epicurious have compiled a list of the must-have accessories, fun extras like pizza peels and some cooking tips.

TODAY food editor Phil Lempert "steals" this recipe from chef Sergio Bitici of Macelleria Restaurant in New York City to bring you bucatini all' Amatriciana, a hearty pasta complemented by a simple, rustic sauce.

Fred Thompson calls lemonade comfort food in a glass. Author of the cookbook Lemonade, he says: Its as nostalgic as Moms meatloaf, he says. We all have some memories of it as a child ... Its sort of this sense of generations that quite frankly we dont have a lot of these days.

Delight your mom this Mother's Day with gadget gifts that she'd never expect. TODAY gear and technology editor Paul Hochman offers ideas.

When it comes to real food feuds, nothing touches the heated or rather, slow-cooked debate over barbecue sauce. Simmering across regions and generations, this squabble is like vinegar and, er, ketchup.

Gene Robinson, the gay Episcopal Bishop of New Hampshire who stirred up controversy with his support of same-sex marriage, addresses sexuality and theology in his new book, In the Eye of the Storm: Swept to the Center by God. An excerpt.

What do you do when youre on the road, in the air, or at a rest stop -- and youre ravenous? From stadiums to food courts, Real Simple magazine shares tips on how to make tasty, nutritious choices.

From Katie Holmes to Britney to Angelina Jolie, famous moms spend some quality time with their kids.

Shoe designers, manufacturers and retailers are paying a lot of attention to the burgeoning category of "ath-leisure" what most people would call weekend shoes. They're definitely not sneakers, but they incorporate a lot of what sneakers have to offer.

Nate Poliakoff, whose sisters death of a drug overdose one year ago sparked the undercover investigation at San Diego State University that resulted in the arrests of 96 people Tuesday, said parents underestimate the dangers of drugs on campus today. She made one mistake and it cost her her life," he said. "The big message is it only takes one mistake."

Nate Poliakoff, whose sisters death of a drug overdose one year ago sparked the undercover investigation at San Diego State University that resulted in the arrests of 96 people Tuesday, said parents underestimate the dangers of drugs on campus today. She made one mistake and it cost her her life," he said. "The big message is it only takes one mistake."

Did you smash the cake into your spouses face or did the flower girl cry halfway down the aisle? If you have an amusing moment from your special day, e-mail us pictures and they might be featured on TODAYShow.com.

Hollywood gets dramatic and creative with global-inspired favors, landscape centerpieces, groom's cakes and more. In Style Weddings magazine highlights the latest and greatest trends.

A court ruling in favor of Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has set the stage for a trial on whether the publication of covert photos taken of her young son violates his privacy.

According to the American Library Association, a book about a penguin family with two fathers is the one that was challenged most often in public schools and libraries for the second year in a row.

Prince has been known by various names, including an unpronounceable symbol and The Artist Formerly Known as Prince. But as he turns 50 this year, the recording star adds one more to the list -- debut author.

Give her a Mother's Day she'll never forget with these six cool and inexpensive presents recommended by TODAY wine columnist Edward Deitch.

Are you lost on what to give mom on her special day? Why don't you make her some dessert! Try Martha Stewart's sweet and tangy recipe for Meyer lemon coffee cake.

If you know a good man or woman who is single and wants to be matched up, we want to hear from you! TODAY might send your single and another reader on a very special date for an upcoming segment.

Arguably the countrys most authoritative voice on counterterrorism, Michael A. Sheehan takes aim at terror punditry and misdirected government priorities. Sheehan, a veteran of special ops, international diplomacy and clashes with federal agencies, lays out simple, logical arguments. An excerpt from Crush the Cell: How to Defeat Terrorism Without Terrorizing Ourselves.

While some female artists fall into the "Bootylicious" trap, Mary J. Blige refuses to get caught. The "Queen of Hip-Hop Soul" continues to be herself and sing songs about female empowerment and self-love.

Mary Tillman is still waiting for someone to be held accountable for the initial cover-up of the friendly-fire death of her son, NFL-star-turned-soldier Pat Tillman, four years ago in Afghanistan. Someone started this deception, and it didnt start at the three-star level, Tillman told TODAYs Meredith Vieira .

The superhero mania that is hit American cinemas this summer has taken hold at one of the country's most distinguished art museums with an exhibit on how their colorful costumes have influenced fashion.

Want to give her a Mother's Day she'll never forget? Whip up a handmade batch of coffee-and-coconut scrub, and transform her bathroom into an oasis. GreenDAY's Marisa Belger explains.

TODAY financial editor Jean Chatzky shares helpful advice on handling important future investments, repairing credit scores and more.

What does middle age mean these days? Noted nutritionist and anti-aging expert Oz Garcia provides strategies on how to redefine the concept of age and live healthier longer in "Redesigning 50." An excerpt.

There must be something in the genes: These stars prove that talent is all in the family.

Do you have questions about home improvement projects? Do you have stories or pictures of DIY. fix-it attempts gone awry? Write in with your questions, photos and stories, and TODAY home contributor Lou Manfredini might address them on an upcoming segment.

Ariane de Bonvoisin, author and founder of First30Days, has worked on helping people deal with any and every change. Her book aims to help readers get through transitions, big and small. An excerpt from "The First 30 Days: Your Guide to Any Life Change (and Loving Your Life More)."

Pat Tillman, a professional football player who left the NFL to serve as a U.S. Army Ranger following 9/11, was killed by friendly fire in Afghanistan in 2004. Pentagon officials, who first told his family that Tillman was fatally shot by insurgents, have been slow in coming forth with what happened that day in April. Boots on the Ground by Dusk: My Tribute to Pat Tillman is his mothers account of the familys struggle to find the truth. An excerpt.

Join in on the festivities by making this sweet and delicious Latin dessert and drink from chef and owner Richard Sandoval of Pampano in New York.

The tragic euthanizing of Kentucky Derby runner-up Eight Belles Saturday has led to some calls for a ban on horse racing. Butin an exclusive interview with TODAY's Matt Lauer, the dead filly's trainer, Larry Jones, defended the safety of the sport.

No one doubts she's hard-driving. But she has never learned to drive, Barbara Walters reveals in her new memoir, "Audition."

Before you opt for the traditional flowers and Hallmark card, bargain hunter Merisa Vinick shares her list of fantastic finds, from matching pajamas to a pink gardening set.

Having been ashamed of her body since she was a child, 54-year-old Mary Rosner finally found the motivation to change with help from her daughter. Find out how the newest member of the Joy Fit Club learned self-control, slimmed down and rediscovered her confidence.

Julie Andrews at 72 seems little changed from when she was starring in Hollywood extravaganzas. In an interview for her new autobiography, she talked excitedly about plans for appearances, including two at the Hollywood Bowl, in dramatizations of childrens stories that she and her daughter Emma wrote.

Superstar jockey Shane Sellers escaped an abusive upbringing to reach the upper echelons of horse racing, but the dark side of the sport for Sellers included wrestling with an eating disorder linked to the industrys weight requirements. Here's an excerpt from his autobiography, Freedoms Rein.

This weekend, celebrate the Kentucky Derby with some unique and tasty drinks that we can bet you'll love.

Avoiding financial anxiety is no easy task, especially when some of the major contributors to our economic uncertainty, real estate prices and big-time financial corporations, are out of our control. In these uncertain times, TODAY financial editor Jean Chatzky offers four tips to prevent financial distress.

Need advice about paying off your debts? TODAY financial editor Jean Chatzky offers answers to the most common consumer debt questions.

Nearly a half century after Neil Diamond recorded his first song a doo-wop ditty about being dumped by a girl the singer-songwriters passion for performing has never waned. If anything, its grown stronger.

Bon Appetit magazine and world-renowned chefs from the top Las Vegas restaurants teamed up to make a delicious menu exclusively for TODAY. Some of the tasty dishes: Parmesan pudding, Kobe sirloin and penne with ragu.

Celebrity stalkers may seem like harmless nut cases on the evening newscasts, especially when comedians like David Letterman and Conan OBrien use their own stalkers as comic fodder. But underlying the jokes is the reality that obsessed fans can turn deadly.

Getting pregnant is one of those things that most women try to avoid for years. But when a woman finally decides it is time, her chances of getting pregnant can be hindered by her fertility. Dr. Daohsing Ni, a specialist in reproductive medicine, and Dana Herko, a patient, have written ahow-to guide of Chinese medicine to help woman having trouble conceiving. Here's an excerpt.

I'd heard that there was one sure way to tell which planes were headed to Louisville: Check the overhead luggage bins and if they were dotted with hatboxes, I was on the right flight. So true.

An increasing number of patients, and a small but growing set of providers, are calling for hospital wear that doesnt sacrifice fashion for function. Patients say the chic gowns make them feel a little better at a time when any positive moment helps. In some cases they ensure modestly and discretion for specific medical conditions.

TODAY wine columnist Edward Deitch finds depth, style in a California chardonnay and pinot noir as he reviews the winning wines of MacRostie.

Want to celebrate mom over a good meal? Then you'd better snag a reservation before everyone else does. Lucky for you, the editors of Epicurious searched high and low for the most innovative, inspired and inviting Mother's Day menus.

Each evening, headscarf-shrouded women seeking romantic advice gather at book stalls lining a rush-hour intersection in Nigeria's Islamic heartland.

"Spycraft: The Secret History of the CIA's Spytechs From Communism to Al-Qaeda" (Dutton, 549 pages, $29.95), by Robert Wallace, H. Keith Melton, Henry R. Schlesinger: International spying could be called a cat and mouse game a frightened mouse scurrying to outwit a powerful feline. The folks at the Central Intelligence Agency have worked hard with actual dead rats and a live cat, using them in highly specialized CIA ways.

"The Scandal Plan or: How to Win the Presidency by Cheating on Your Wife" (William Morrow, 438 pages. $24.95), by Bill Folman: No, it's not a how-to manual. It's a novel about a campaign that hatches an unconventional strategy for capturing the White House.

In Barack and Michelle Obama's first joint interview in a year, Michelle Obama admitted to feeling protective of her husband as he continues to face criticism over Rev. Jeremiah Wrights controversial statements. You dont want anybody talking poorly about the people that you love, she said.

Natalie MacLean, authorof "Red, White, and Drunk All Over," tells Epicurious about a collection of bottles that honor the achievements of women past and present, as well as delicious meals to pair with your glass.

Sen. Barack Obama has long heard the call to a public life.

A teenage girl is shaken, but otherwise fine, after hiding under the covers of her bed while two intruders walked around her bedroom looking for things to steal. She remained calm and summoned help by using her cell phone to text message her mother even as the burglars sat on the edge of her bed.

"Top Chef" abandoned it's popular "Restaurant Wars" this season in favor of "Wedding Wars." The chefs stayed up for almost two days creating two different menus for a wedding reception. While the bride and groom were please, the judges ended their relationship with one contestant...

See MSNBC.com's editorial cartoonists weigh in on Democratic presidential contender Barack Obama's candidacy.

Tired of having to choose between losing weight and the flavorful foods you have come to love? You don't have to give up taste to lose weight, according to Dr. John La Puma. He explains in "Chef MD's Big Book of Culinary Medicine: A Food Lover's Guide to Losing Weight, Preventing Disease and Getting Really Healthy." An excerpt.

Follow these guidelines to protect yourself and your family from skin cancer. Dr. Jeanine Downie of the Skin Cancer Foundation shares some advice.

As June approaches, are you looking to reward the tweens in your life for completing yet another grade in school? If so, gadget guy Paul Hochman offers tech gift ideas that will impress even the trendiest tween.

Gear up your house for outdoor entertaining with these helpful hints. Lifestyle expert Elizabeth Mayhew offers advice for dressing up your home from the outside in.

This Mother's Day, celebrate yourselves! Readers share their favorite and most memorable parenting photos.

From dating tips to words of encouragement, TODAYShow.com readers share wise words from their mothers.

Lisa Lillien, founder of the Web site Hungry-Girl.com, provides low-calorie versions of popular foods like onion rings and chocolate cupcakes, as well as tips and tricks to help you make smart food choices anywhere, anytime.

TODAY food editor Phil Lempert "steals" this recipe from chef Kevin Reading of Nage D.C. to bring you a lobster pot pie, which represents a bit of the familiar within the exotic.

If you dont think youve ever had an orgasm, then Id say you are right and this is called primary anorgasmia. Here's what to do next.

Former baseball slugger Darryl Strawberry, whose achievements on the field often were overshadowed by his struggles with cancer and substance abuse, is writing a memoir, "Straw," that will come out in 2009, publisher Ecco announced Wednesday

Just because a tire looks to be in perfect shape doesn't mean it's safe, say safety experts who are advising motorists that tires that are more than six years old could fail with catastrophic results. A recent government report found that 84 percent of insured tire claims it examined involved tires that were over six years old.

Gardenias and woody florals are among the favorite notes of perfumers these days, as are scents that add a bit of masculinity to an otherwise classic female fragrance.

A book about the rise and stunning fall of former New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer, co-authored by the makers of a book and documentary about the fall of Enron, is being published by Penguin Group (USA), Penguin imprint Portfolio announced Wednesday.

Is the regular maintenance of your house adding up? TODAY contributor and do- it-yourself expert Lou Manfredini offers advice on how to keep your water heater, toilet, filters and other systems running smoothly.

Stephenie Meyer, a sensation with teens because of her million-selling "Twilight Saga" vampire novels, wonders how readers will feel about her first adult book, "The Host."

Tyra Banks resume is impressive: supermodel, actress, advocate, philanthropist, author and social activist. But she makes it clear that the role of which she is most proud is being the successful host of her own talk show, Tyra.

A trained grizzly bear that killed a trainer in California during a commercial video shoot last week did not attack intentionally and will not be euthanized, the bear's owner who is also the victim's cousin said Wednesday.

When the Beijing Games begin 100 days from now, many will be exposed to BMX racing for the first time. As one cyclist put it, The worlds in for a shock.

Alan Richardson and Karen Tack create fun and exciting touches for cupcakes with easy-to-find ingredients, andyou can make them at home. Here are two recipes from their book "Hello, Cupcake!"

Alan Richardson and Karen Tack create fun and exciting touches for cupcakes with easy-to-find ingredients, andyou can make them at home. Here are two recipes from their book "Hello, Cupcake!"

It comes in many forms, and the average American consumes about 27 pounds of it each year. TODAY food editor Phil Lempert shares the skinny on a dairy favorite cheese.

Valerie Ramsey, the famous 68-year-old Ford model, reveals the best-kept secrets behind her timeless face, toned body and unstoppable spirit in "Gracefully." An excerpt.

Are you tired of those repair bills adding up? TODAY contributor and do- it-yourself expert Lou Manfredini offers five easy ways to fix common house problems.

A TODAYshow.com contributor reflects on how she and many other 20-year-olds became unlikely fans of the 67-year-old music legend.