Huge rally increases pressure on Putin

Tens of thousands of flag-waving and chanting protesters called Saturday for a disputed parliamentary election to be rerun and an end to Vladimir Putin's rule.

GOP: Gingrich, Perry fail to qualify for Va. primary

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich and Texas Gov. Rick Perry have failed to qualify for Virginia's March 6 Republican primary.

Payroll tax cut OK'd by Congress, signed by Obama

Shoppers win 'game of chicken' with stores

NYT: Aggressive deals in the days before Christmas are good for procrastinators, but may be alarm bell for stores.

Last-minute shoppers dash for stores

Lions rip Bolts, earn first playoff spot since '99

The Detroit Lions made the playoffs for the first time since 1999 as Matthew Stafford threw three touchdown passes in the first half to beat the San Diego Chargers 38-10 Saturday.

Giants stay alive, put Jets on the ropes

Comedian Louis C.K. made $1M, gave half away

Louis C.K. cut out TV networks by selling his latest comedy special online -- then used network airtime to promote it. The strategy helped him earn a cool million dollars in a matter of days, half of which he's giving away to his staff and charities.

Gaunt, tearful George Michael: I nearly died

Holiday hazard: Kids turning into spoiled brats

Parents, do you ever get the feeling you've created a monster? Our TODAY Moms/Parenting.com survey shows that most parents fear their kids are spoiled. Psychotherapist Dr. Robi Ludwig shares tips for raising grateful children.

Holiday calendar: Take a sleigh ride in space

One of the best parts of Santa's job must be to see the world from on high on Christmas Eve — but thanks to the International Space Station, we can get a similar view on video.

7 cool Santa sightings for kids

St. Nick is making extra efforts this year to reach his pint-sized admirers by showing up on skis, trains, boats and more.