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The Food Network draws more viewers than any of the cable news channels, but Americans are actually cooking less than ever. Food-culture writer Michael Pollan (The Omnivore's Dilemma) ponders the phenomenon.

The report finds that broadcast TV and children's series are increasingly diverse, but people of color remain underrepresented on all fronts, including lead roles, writers, directors and showrunners.

Mark Oliver Everett is the creative force behind the rock band Eels. Since the group's debut album in 1996, Everett has made moody rock music with rough edges and tuneful melodies. That tradition continues on Hombre Lobo: 12 Songs of Desire, the band's first album in four years.

Listeners respond to the piece about life with Asperger's syndrome and to the reference to masala in the forecast for this year.

Listeners commented on Monday's story about Cindy McCain's half-sister and Friday's interview with a man who has taken in three sex offenders to live in his home. There is also a correction to Monday's story about Fort Hunt, Va.

When New York City lost one of its top contenders for World's Best Pastrami Sandwich, foodies around the country went into a funk. But big eaters can rejoice: The Second Avenue Deli is back — and its food is as delicious as ever.

The top U.S. envoy to Africa, Jendayi Frazer, says that the leader of Zimbabwe's opposition party has won that nation's disputed presidential election outright. Frazer also tells journalists in South Africa that the White House backs Great Britain's call for an arms embargo against Zimbabwe.

A few months ago, teenager Taylor Riddle was at the top of his game as one of the youngest delegates at the Democratic National Convention. Now, he finds himself caught unexpectedly in the middle of the nation's economic crisis.

In a trial, the words lawyers use can be as important as the witnesses they present. The difference between the language of the defense and prosecution has already become apparent in the perjury and obstruction-of-justice trial of Lewis "Scooter" Libby, Vice President Cheney's former top aide.

Bo Diddley created a trademark rhythm that has become a cornerstone of rock 'n' roll. His music has inspired the songs of top rock artists from Buddy Holly to U2, as well as numerous covers.