Former NBA player Dennis Rodman criticized President Obama for not establishing a relationship with North Korean dictator Kim Jong-Un. Read More
Society/Media
Show some R-E-S-P-E-C-T for women in technology
Even though studies show that businesses do better with women at the helm, the tech industry still looks like a boys' club. And that's "downright pitiful," writes Farai Chideya, co-author of the upcoming book, "Innovating Women." Read More
Not skinny enough to be princess? Disney’s ‘Brave’ character gets makeover
Disney gave its red-headed heroine Merida from the movie "Brave" an extreme, slimmed-down makeover before crowning her as its 11th official princess. And not everyone’s happy about her new look. Read More
America’s most trusted? Hint: Not a politician
Reader’s Digest released its annual list of the 100 Most Trusted People in America. Only a few politicians made the cut. Read More
Prince Harry gets a warm reception in Washington–mostly from the ladies
Dozens of congressional staffers--mostly women--shrieked with glee when Prince Harry and Sen. John McCain walked into view. "I get that all the time," joked McCain. Read More
Mitt Romney to appear with Jay Leno next week
Mitt Romney is making a return to late-night television. A publicist for The Tonight Show confirmed that former Republican presidential candidate will sit down with Jay Leno on Friday, May 17th. Read More
Jon Bon Jovi, Alec Baldwin, and SNL’s Bobby Moynihan help Chris Christie search for his fleece
Gov. Chris Christie searches for his infamous navy fleece in a new web video featuring politicos and celebrities like Jon Bon Jovi, Alec Baldwin, James Carville, and MSNBC's Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski. Read More
Watch: Gov. Christie spoofs his trademark blue fleece in whodunit video
It seems that Republican Gov. Chris Christie's sky-high approval ratings and celeb friendships are nothing without the power of his well-worn blue fleece. Read More
Republicans allege Benghazi ‘cover up,’ but of what exactly?
Congressional hearings Wednesday will feature self-described "whistle blowers" on 2012 attacks that killed four Americans. Read More
NOW Today: Better off?
He's most recently made headlines for selling his TV network and for blaming President Obama's poor Denver debate performance on the altitude. Or even before that, for winning a Nobel Peace Prize and an Oscar. But former Vice President Al Gore may always be remembered for the one thing he didn't win: the 2000 Presidential election. Read More
Limbaugh’s ‘slut’ comment continues to cost him
One year ago, Rush Limbaugh attacked Sandra Fluke on national radio. Now he may have to find a new home for his show. Read More
Justice Department to monitor South Carolina congressional election
The Justice Department will monitor Tuesday's special election for South Carolina's First District congressional race between former South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford and political newcomer Elizabeth Colbert Busch. Read More
Back from the dead? Senate to scrape up votes on background checks
The fight for gun-safety legislation is once again gaining momentum. Democrats believe they have more votes for the bill that would expand background checks for gun buyers. Read More
Cuban journalists exposing injustice merit more attention
Cuban journalists, dissident and within the country alike, may be the key to social and structural change in Cuba. Hence, they deserve more attention, writes "MHP" guest Sujatha Fernandes. Read More
Harvard historian apologizes for homophobic remark
Niall Ferguson offered an "unqualified apology" for claiming that John Maynard Keynes' sexual orientation made him less sensitive to the plight of future generations. Read More
Navratilova ‘passing the baton’ to fellow LGBT athlete Jason Collins
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova discussed NBA veteran Jason Collins' revelation that he is gay and whether or not "coming out" still matters on Sunday's "Melissa Harris-Perry." Read More
At Fox, derby hats trump job growth
While the rest of us pored over the breaking news that 165,000 more Americans found jobs in April, the hosts at "Fox & Friends" were yucking it up on the curvy couch. Read More
The Syllabus: What you should know for the May 5 ‘MHP’
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova will join Sunday's edition of "Melissa Harris-Perry" to discuss NBA player Jason Collins' revelation that he is gay. Also on the agenda: public shaming, rape culture on campus, Detroit's homeless, and the War on Drugs -- all at 10 a.m. EST on MSNBC! Read More
Fmr. NBA players praise Jason Collins: He’s a positive vanguard
John Amaechi joined Steve Kornacki to talk one on one about the NBA, homophobia, and Jason Collins. Read More
The Syllabus: What you should know for the May 4 ‘MHP’
Is President Obama facing a case of the second-term blues? What exactly does our government owe our veterans? Should creationism be taught in schools? Those questions and many more, on the May 4 edition of "Melissa Harris-Perry"! Read More
