Celine Dion's stage sat in the center of the Forum floor Wednesday night like a boxing ring. She entered the arena, in fact, surrounded by an entourage, not unlike a fighter about to enter the ring. ...more

January 29, 2009

Inside his bright, new laboratory at the University of Florida, researcher Lonnie Ingram is trying to build a better bug. ...more

November 16, 2008

As usual in Hollywood, Oscar night looks like the same people will generally be collecting the same prizes. Yet some suspense remains for a few of the main awards. A look at the key categories: ...more

February 24, 2008

Readers expecting a one-sided, "black athletes are being exploited" rant from Newsday sports columnist Shaun Powell will be disappointed. Those looking for challenging dialogue and insight will be pleased. ...more

January 10, 2008

"Flawed (a Brodie Farrell Mystery)," by Jo Bannister (St. Martin's Minotaur, $24.95) ...more

November 4, 2007