We've been counting down the biggest headlines of 2009, and we'll be revealing more throughout the month of December. Read on to take a look back at some of the stories that created the most buzz throughout the year. This year, we lost many stars, both old and young. Michael Jackson stole headlines over the Summer due to his passing, but we also spent the last 12 months mourning other public Read more

We're counting down to the New Year by taking a look back at the Best of 2009, and that includes your favorite guides and tips for managing your career and money. Spending less than you earn is more important than ever these days, but it's also more difficult with disappearing jobs and slashed salaries. You can work on increasing your income by making extra money outside of your day job with the Read more

We've been counting down the biggest headlines of 2009, and we'll be revealing more throughout the month of December. We hope you enjoy this look back at some of the stories that created the most buzz throughout the year. Lindsay Lohan and Samantha Ronson rang in 2009 side-by-side in Miami. The girls were gearing up for another year full of ups and downs in their relationship, though at the end Read more

I already told you that everything old was new again in 2009 when it came to movie remakes — now I'm applying it to the music of the year too. First, TV's impact brought back an '80s anthem; when Glee premiered its pilot episode only back in June, the club performed Journey's power ballad "Don't Stop Believin'." Their version debuted at number four on Billboard's Hot 100, and was certified gold Read more

Tiger Woods, the most famous golfer in the world and the first athlete billionaire, had what looked like a pristine personal life throughout his career. A relatively minor car accident at around 2 a.m. the day after Thanksgiving this year cracked open the details of what was apparently a sordid secret situation. Details of the crash emerged and changed quickly; whether or not Elin Nordegren saved Read more

Plenty of movies get made and shelved every year, but once in awhile a little gem of a film gets a big break. This year's unexpected success story belongs to Paranormal Activity. The horror film was actually made in 2007, on a budget of $15,000. It premiered at a few film festivals before hitting the theaters in September in limited release — but not for long. In the spirit of The Blair Read more

We're counting down to the new year by taking a look back at the very Best of 2009, and that includes your favorite guides and tips for managing your career and money. Earlier this year, Starbucks invited me to a store to discover the ultimate insider's tips on how to enjoy your Starbucks experience for less. Deanna, the store manager of a local Starbucks, taught me several awesome tricks that Read more

Reflecting on the past year also means revisiting our best tips to help you usher in the New Year, just a little wiser. So, let's continue our look back at the Best of 2009 with a recap of your favorite lil bits of advice. In this economy, parents-to-be are thinking less about luxurious layettes and more about baby basics. If you're thinking of showering a mama-to-be, think sensible instead of Read more

Everything old was new again in the entertainment world in 2009! The Hollywood powers that be decided that the past was the richest mine of inspiration, as evidenced by the scads of remakes in movies and TV. The small screen has recycled '90s night soaps Melrose Place and 90210 to mixed results, while new ones were announced: look for a version of Charlie's Angels in the future. Some TV shows Read more