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Who Is Priscilla Chan?

Mon, 21 May 2012 08:45:00 GMT

From her ‘relationship contract’ to her career inspiration, 11 facts about Mark Zuckerberg’s new bride.

‘House’ Inspiration Lisa Sanders

Noah Charney — Mon, 21 May 2012 08:45:00 GMT

The hit series House comes to an end after eight years. Noah Charney talks to Lisa Sanders, whose "Diagnosis" column inspired the series.

Failures of the Facebook Generation

Francis Fukuyama — Mon, 21 May 2012 08:45:00 GMT

In the upcoming Egyptian elections the country is choosing between Islamists and old Mubarak supports. Francis Fukuyama on how the failure of the Facebook revolution.

Top Gen. Obama’s Odd Man Out On Iran

Eli Lake — Mon, 21 May 2012 08:45:00 GMT

Exclusive: CentCom Commander’s call for third Persian Gulf carrier group was rejected, reports Eli Lake.

Obama’s Shrewd Summit Move

Peter Beinart — Mon, 21 May 2012 08:45:00 GMT

In announcing an Afghan pullout—and conceding defeat—at this week’s NATO Summit instead of the start of his term, Obama suffers no political damage, says Peter Beinart.

Inside ‘The Bachelor’ Lawsuit

Jennifer L. Pozner — Mon, 21 May 2012 08:45:00 GMT

Jennifer L. Pozner reports on a lawsuit seeking to force the reality series to become more diverse.

The Bee Gees’ Best Moments

The Daily Beast Video — Mon, 21 May 2012 01:37:00 GMT

Disco lost a legend with Bee Gees co-founder Robin Gibb’s death Sunday. Watch highlights from the group.

The Looming Electoral Armageddon

Michael Medved — Sun, 20 May 2012 21:15:00 GMT

What if Obama wins the popular vote, but not the Electoral College? Michael Medved’s nightmare scenario.

7 Best Moments From Sunday Talk

The Daily Beast Video — Sun, 20 May 2012 20:03:00 GMT

Attack ads nauseate Cory Booker, Pelosi predicts a dead-even election, and more.

Don’t Vote for Romney!

Cecile Richards — Sun, 20 May 2012 17:50:00 GMT

A Romney presidency would decimate health care for 5 million poor and uninsured people a year, writes Planned Parenthood president Cecile Richards.

Meet the UK's Anti-Royals

Tom Sykes — Sun, 20 May 2012 17:38:00 GMT

The UK's Anti-Monarchists

Jagger’s 7 Craziest ‘SNL’ Moments

Shannon Donnelly — Sun, 20 May 2012 13:26:00 GMT

After 34 years, Mick Jagger returned to “Saturday Night Live” as the host and musical guest.

What Happened to Obama’s Asia Pivot?

Leslie H. Gelb — Sun, 20 May 2012 08:45:00 GMT

The president talked of shifting from Europe to Asia. But that idea has faded as the G8 and NATO meetings loomed. Good riddance, says Leslie H. Gelb.

The Truth Hurts

Lee Siegel — Sun, 20 May 2012 08:45:00 GMT

The new bio of Washington Post editor Ben Bradlee has caused a stir. Lee Siegel on the perilous relationship between writer and subject.

A Look Inside Girls’ Bedrooms

Lizzie Crocker — Sun, 20 May 2012 08:45:00 GMT

Photographer Rania Matar captures teen girls in their most sacred space—their bedroom. By Lizzie Crocker.

Mozart Meets the Future

Isabel Wilkinson — Sun, 20 May 2012 08:45:00 GMT

The L.A. Philharmonic’s spin on “Don Giovanni” is set in a brave new world. Isabel Wilkinson reviews.

Hey Honey, Wanna Renegotiate?

Jacoba Urist — Sun, 20 May 2012 08:45:00 GMT

Postnuptial agreements aren’t as silly as they might seem, writes Jacoba Urist, provided you do your homework first.

Will Hollywood Save Private Ryan?

Roy Scranton — Sun, 20 May 2012 08:45:00 GMT

Got Your 6 blends politics, propaganda, and Hollywood self-righteousness, writes Roy Scranton.

Al Gore’s New Flame

Matthew DeLuca — Sun, 20 May 2012 08:45:00 GMT

He’s not yet divorced, but the former VP is said to be dating Elizabeth Keadle. What we know about Liz.

Classic Cannes, Part Deux

The Daily Beast — Sun, 20 May 2012 08:45:00 GMT

As the 64th annual Cannes Film Festival begins in the South of France, The Daily Beast presents another galaxy of stars who have lit up the Croisette.