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Be a Buddha bride: 10 tips to stay Zen: Alexander Solzhenitsyn has been buried in a Russian Orthodox ceremony at Moscow's Donskoi Monastery. As his casket was lowered into the ground, a military band and gun saluted the Nobel Prize-winning author while priests sang alongside Solzhenitsyn's wife and children. ›00:02 6 Aug, Wed
What's your secret for the perfect grilled cheese?: Entertaining this summer? Wow your guests with B. Smith's sesame salmon on a raft with grilled vegetables and garlic rice. ›13:51 23 Jul, Wed
The six worst foods for your beach bod: See the difference 100 pounds makes! Take a look at the amazing before and after photos of the newest Joy Fit Club members and learn how healthy choices changed their lives. ›15:14 13 Jun, Fri
Dont get scammed! Top 5 rip-offs: From the latest in politically themed fashion to miracle fruit that'll temporarily rewire your taste buds, TODAY style editor Bobbie Thomas shares a mixed bag of the latest buzzworthy items from the fashion world. ›16:57 24 Jul, Thu
Survive the drive! Gear for kids: Looking for a way to keep everyone happy and safe on a long road trip? TODAY technology editor Paul Hochman offers tips on great gear that's sure to deliver you to your destination in peace and quiet. ›17:16
Dead man stands throughout 3-day wake: A Puerto Rican man has been granted his wish to remain standing even in death. ›16:12 19 Aug, Tue
London drops plan to bar size zero models: Spectators packed the pub to witness "drag queens" (men dressed as women) like the 6-foot-7-inch Patty Island in his pink stiletto shoes and a few "drag kings" (women dressed as men) competed in the limbo, the wet T-shirt contest and the 100-meter high-heel sprint. ›18:06 13 Aug, Wed
Six Chinese foods that arent: London Fashion Week organizers have dismissed proposals that would have excluded many size zero models from the catwalk, saying industry executives around the world felt they were expensive, intrusive and unnecessary. ›21:21 13 Aug, Wed
Writing wrongly wins him top dishonor: year-old German Shorthaired Pointer, certainly packs a mighty right-paw jab and a bite, too. ›12:35 14 Aug, Thu
Shirley MacLaine reflects on her life: Have you taken an idea for a product or service that makes life easier, simpler or better and transformed it into a successful business? Tell us about your experience! ›14:40 21 Jul, Mon
Video: Extreme Beijing: BMX makes its Olympic debut: Aug. 19: BMX racing is the latest Olympic sport designed to attract a younger, edgier crowd. In Beijing, America's 25-year-old powerhouse Donny Robinson will be doing his part to deliver them the adrenaline rush they're looking for. NBC's Kevin Tibbles reports.(Nightly News) ›23:17 19 Aug, Tue
At Sydney bar, cocktails is a spa treatment: Order a cocktail at Zeta Bar and you are likely to find yourself whisked away to a secluded area, blindfolded and fitted with headphones as scented mists are sprayed in your face. Instead of just giving customers a choice of shaken or stirred, patrons are offered a full sensory experience, which they liken to visiting a spa. ›14:07 19 Aug, Tue
Send us photos of your favorite place!: Beauty expert Bobbi Brown offers brides-to-be a rundown of her best advice for a natural and long-lasting look. ›23:14 19 Aug, Tue
Unplug! Wireless power is coming soon: An Internet video of a lion joyously reuniting with two men who raised it has made millions of eyes misty. Now, after scores of years, one of the men in the video is amazed at its popularity. If its made more people aware of the environment, were very pleased, he said. ›14:42 22 Jul, Tue
Splat! Brides trash their gowns: Parents who have struggled with fertility issues share stories of their children. ›15:29 24 Jul, Thu
Slide show: Images: Miss Universe 2008: Is it a relaxing day on the beach or a family BBQ? Send us your photos and they might be featured on TODAYshow.com. ›12:28 18 Jun, Wed
Man on Harley finds wedding ring in road: Debbie Phelps animated cheering for her swimmer son Michael as he chases Olympic history has made her a favorite among TV viewers. We take every race and we celebrate, she said. Were relieved when its over, but we look forward to the next. ›14:52 12 Aug, Tue
Preschool party busted for noise: A New Zealand kindergarten disco was broken up by authorities for pumping out "Bob the Builder" music too loud. ›04:31 19 Aug, Tue
2007 Tokyo Motor Show: Cars Makers Should Greenlight: The concept cars that we think should become production models. ›07:00 31 Oct, Wed
Explore China with these four cuisines: Five good-luck dolls each symbolizing a different blessing welcome visitors each day with a colorful parade of Disney-like proportions. Catch the spectacle through the lens of a TODAYshow.com producer. ›18:19 15 Aug, Fri
Putin: Solzhenitsyn deatha loss for Russia: When it comes to your credit cards, are you taking advantage of them or are they taking advantage of you? TODAY financial editor Jean Chatzky offers tips on how to secure the upper hand in that swipe-and-sign relationship. ›01:23 12 Aug, Tue
Not a spinster, just a Late Bloomer: On his pre-Olympic tour of Beijing, TODAY's Matt Lauer was granted unprecedented access to the newly restored emperor's inner sanctum in the Forbidden City. Here, an exclusive peek into China's past. ›14:02 6 Aug, Wed
Hes running for president in 2032: Cloud 9 is more than a romantic expression for newlyweds Darren and Katie McWalters the English lovebirds exchanged vows while strapped to the top of biplanes 1,000 feet above the ground. It was a little bit bumpy, but it was truly overwhelming, Darren said. ›21:37 5 Aug, Tue
Runway star says I do to gowns: Need help booking that family vacation? Jeanne Muchnick of Parenting Teens Online shares a list the whole family will enjoy. ›21:18 22 Jul, Tue