Parties News

A sea of Oscar statuettes filled the Governor's Ball on Sunday night as winners chatted, ate and celebrated with the film industry's elite at the official Academy Awards party.

Cape Town - South Africa's centrist opposition parties joined forces Tuesday to challenge the ruling ANC at upcoming elections, with black consciousness stalwart Mamphela Ramphele tapped as their presidential candidate.

If there is one thing I love about the holidays, it is all the sweets laid out on bright colored trays and dishes. And if there is one thing I despise at the holidays, it is that tempting desire to try every last one.

Guerneville - If you are planning for the New Year and other holiday season parties, you do not have to import your Champagne from France.

Barring any last minute additions, the list of presenters are finalized for this year's SAG Awards, which will be handed out Sunday, Jan. 27. The following also includes a full list of nominations.

Los Angeles - It is time to gaze into the crystal ball to predict some jewelry trends for the Emmy Awards. Actually, let's let leading style expert Michael O'Connor do that, as he offers up some trends he sees.

While the holidays are typically reserved for celebrating with family and loved ones, taking part in the festivities may leave some feeling less than merry. Family therapist Joanna Seidel shares her tips for keeping the seasonal peace.

The age of the internet, cell phones and high tech has arrived in South African election campaigning with the six biggest parties opening chatrooms on the internet and using cellphones and computers to talk to potential voters.

Selling items at home parties is a fun way for ladies to make a few extra dollars. Makeup, naughty bits and Tupperware have all been passed around living rooms but now it's time for Tasers to have center stage.

From Connecticut to Colorado, "gangsta" theme parties thrown by whites are drawing the ire of college officials and heated complaints from black and white students who say the antics conjure the worst racial stereotypes.