December 19, 2009

I never cared about Santa Claus. But he was the conceit that delivered the one thing I did want.

One white lie opens the door for thousands of lies — hurtful lies, egregious lies, fabulously elaborate lies.

Many stores have changed their rules regarding returns and exchanges since last year’s holiday shopping season, meaning consumers need to be more diligent.

On the road I didn’t have to explain myself, or why I felt I didn’t have anywhere to go.

A writer creates her own vision of a made-for-TV husband and kids, where even the flaws are adorable.

A request by Governor-elect Christopher J. Christie that all discretionary spending be paused has left theaters unsure of their futures.

Toys “R” Us is identifying and promoting the next hot toy as part of a new commitment to service and supply that is helping it achieve a turnaround.

For the first time in anyone’s memory, Yale offered admission to quadruplets, but whether any one of the siblings winds up there remains an open question.

After transferring from New Mexico State, Herb Pope is thriving at Seton Hall, which is closer to his troubled hometown, Aliquippa, Pa.

Kelly Hall-Tompkins, a professional violinist on a mission, takes her art to shelters.

Publicly and privately, the Yankees acknowledge there is no better man for the job of No. 2 hitter than Damon. But as long as Nick Johnson passes his physical, there is no going back.

The New York Philharmonic begins Contact!, a series of contemporary works.