In California, we've been getting some awesomely delicious avocados lately. Chalk it up to avocado season, which runs from Spring to Fall. Even if you don't live in the Golden State, chances are, that green fruit you're savoring is from here anyway. 90 percent of the nation's crop comes out of California. From sandwiches and salads to salsas and other tropical-tinged flavor combinations, avocado Read more

Prince Harry suited up in Washington DC last night to attend a gala hosted by the Atlantic Council. It was a big evening for Harry, as he accepted the Distinguished Humanitarian Leadership Award from the council. Prince Harry's honor was thanks to his work on behalf of veterans through his and his brother's Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry. United Nations Secretary General Ban Read more

From the most addictive candy we've tasted in a long time to a salad spinner to help us celebrate National Salad Month, our tastes are all over the map for the month of May. The one thing we can be certain of is that it's going to be a delicious 31 days. Click through to see what we can't live without this month. Read more

National Teacher of the Year, Rebecca Mieliwocki, joked around with President Obama today, during a ceremony held in her honor at the White House. Ms. Mieliwocki is a seventh-grade English teacher at Luther Burbank Middle School in Burbank, CA, and she's the latest A+ teacher to get the award that dates back to Harry Truman. Teaching runs in Ms. Mieliwocki's family — both her mother and father Read more

What a great life these Disney princesses have! They get to marry the prince of their dreams, and live lavish lives as royalty. But before you start scoffing at what an easy time these princesses have and how they never had to think about budgeting, think again. In celebration of National Princess Week, check out these savvy money lessons from these singing, dancing beauties. Read more

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen divided to conquer NYC yesterday. Mary-Kate had her hands full as she left an office building and hopped into a car, and Ashley, who was wearing plaid TEXTILE Elizabeth and James pants, met up with pal Leelee Sobieski, who has a new show NYC 22 debuting soon, for lunch. The Olsens are hanging out in the Big Apple tending to their various fashion ventures. They're also Read more

Natalie Portman carried her son, Aleph Millepied, while out in LA yesterday. She and her husband, Benjamin Millepied, who married in secret recently, are looking forward to Aleph's first birthday in just a few months. They welcomed Aleph last June and during the last year have introduced him to his father's native France as well as Switzerland, where Benjamin was based while working with the Read more

Jay-Z paid a visit to the LiveNation offices in Beverly Hills yesterday. He wasn't in the audience at Sunday night's Grammy Awards, despite garnering six nominations this year. He skipped out on the show, but he did join his wife Beyoncé Knowles on Saturday for a brunch honoring music's big night. Beyoncé, who picked up one statue, was dateless for the event, but she joined pal Gwyneth Paltrow Read more

There's no question that 2012 is kicking off to a fashionable start. Last night, celebrities flocked the black carpet to attend the National Board of Review Awards gala, showcasing their style in chic cocktail attire. Emma Stone contrasted her fiery red hair in an ecru dress by J. Mendel, Keira Knightley opted for dark drama in Nina Ricci, while Naomi Watts shimmered in a sequined confection. Read more

Tonight in Iowa the 2012 presidential election kicks off officially when Republicans vote in the state's caucus. The campaign has already seen its fair share of scandals — remember Herman Cain? And over the past few months, we got to know more about the personal lives of the potential presidents. On the Democratic side, we already know Barack Obama will be the nominee with Michelle by his side. Read more