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Profiles former Hollywood gossip reporter Rona Barrett, focusing on the launch of the Lavender by Rona Barrett beauty and food product line, proceeds of which will go to the Rona Barrett Foundation, which funds nonprofit groups that aid the elderly.

Focuses on the outlook for 'Basic Instinct 2,' the sequel to a motion picture release in 1992 which featured Michael Douglas and Sharon Stone. Amount of money that Stone is reported to expect from the movie; Reasons that Douglas will not appear in the sequel; Denial by involved parties that the movie has been cancelled; Continuing search for a male lead to act opposite Stone and several actors who have been considered.

Focuses on the relationship between singer Paul McCartney and model-activist Heather Mills.

Focuses on the daughters of several male celebrities, including Kimberly Stewart, daughter of musician Rod Stewart, and Jade and Elizabeth, daughters of musician Mick Jagger.

The article features several designers, and presents photographs of some of their work. Those featured include Boaz Cohen and Sayaka Yamamoto, founders of BCXSY in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, Jonathan Muecke, an installation artist, and Christian Haas, a lamp designer. Works featured by each include a Japanese screen by Cohen and Yamamoto, a “Mass” volcano-shaped vessel by Muecke, and Ropes, an energy-efficient lamp by Haas.

The article presents a list of contributors to the May 23, 2011 edition of "W," together with a brief description of their work and quotations about what they love. Those featured include Monica Khemsurov and Jill singer, founders of Sight Unseen, a consultancy firm specializing in editorials and events, Arthur Lubow, a U.S. journalist on Kjetil Thorsen and Craig Dykers, co-founders of Snøhetta, an architecture firm in Norway, and Ølve SundsbØ, a fashion photographer. Other contributors are also cited.

The article previews a clothes-washing machine in prototype development by the company Xeros that substitutes plastic beads for most of the water otherwise used in traditional machines.

Discusses the idea that many of actor Brad Pitt's girlfriends have starred in the music videos of Melissa Etheridge.

Discusses the sale of a house owned by Patti LuPone in Connecticut.

Presents an interview with actor Luke Perry, including his role in the musical 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show.'

Discusses the endorsements and investments of Washington Wizards owner Michael Jordan, in light of his endorsement of a signature handheld computer.

Presents the comments of singer Trisha Yearwood concerning the book 'The Red Tent,' by Anita Diamant.

Discusses the sale of a house formerly occupied by singer Bob Dylan.

Report on the efforts of celebrities in California to save energy, in light of the energy crisis in the state, including the advice of singer Barbra Streisand.

Reports on the health of model Niki Taylor, who was injured in an automobile accident.

Discusses injuries sustained by motion picture actors and actresses while filming, including that of Salma Hayek, who was attacked by a monkey.

Discusses the salaries of television actors in sitcoms, including that of Kelsey Grammer for the program 'Frasier.'

Reports that the home of Geraldo Rivera and his wife C.C. Dyer in Middletown Township, New Jersey will be sold. Expected divorce of the couple; Description of the house; Location of the town; Other celebrities who live nearby.

Presents an interview with comedian Rosie O'Donnell. Her role in a musical based on the works of children's author Dr. Seuss; Aspirations of her children; Time spent on her various projects including a television program; Her thoughts on the musical.

Reports that actor Kate Winslet is attempting to lose weight. Previous statements by Winslet regarding the health aspects of dieting; Physique of actors in motion pictures.

Focuses on the public response to FOX television's 'Temptation Island.' Concerns that the show is of moral and ethical questionability; Premise of the show; Indications that sex is featured prominently; Location of the filming.

Reports on the fees for animals appearing in movies.

Focuses on the hire of former press secretary Marlin Fitzwater as a consultant for the television show 'The West Wing.'

Discusses the sale of the Wadsworth mansion in Southern California which was used as a set in the filming of 'Risky Business.'

Reports on the rescue of two boys from a fire by country singer Garth Brooks.

Discusses 'Regis' Cash Club,' a five-cent slot machine with Regis Philbin's voice which will be appearing in casinos.

Focuses on the popularity of the Baha Men's song 'Who Let the Dogs Out,' at sporting events.

Features the physical resemblance of some of the 2000 Sydney Olympics athletes with some showbusiness personalities.

Focuses on the firefighter Michael Lombardi's acting role in Home Box Offices (HBO) 'Sex in the City,' and the reaction to the part by Lombardi's employer Postshow.

Reports that baseball player Ken Griffey Jr.'s house in Seattle, Washington, is up for sale now that he has been traded to the Cincinnati Reds.

Focuses on the marriage successes and failures of several celebrities, including Angelina Jolie and Billy Bob Thornton, Judy Garland, Dudley Moore, Richard Gere, and Cindy Crawford.

Reports that two actresses, Joanne Whalley and Jill Hennessy, are playing the role of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis in the television miniseries 'Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis: A Life,' on the Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS), and 'Jackie, Ethel, Joan: The Women of Camelot,' on the National Broadcasting Company.

Reports that actor Arnold Schwarzenegger will appear unarmed in posters for his new movie 'The 6th Day,' due to his concern about real-life gun violence.

Reports the theft of child photographs from actor Joshua Jackson of 'Dawson's Creek,' and the award offered for the return of his belongings.

An interview with Jennifer Morla, chief executive officer of Design Within Reach Inc. (DWR). When asked about the reasons why she join DWR, she refers to the invitation of Rob Forbes, founder of (DWR), to become a creative director which was also her interests. She reveals her strategy in accomplishing her goals in field of design, Moreover, she discusses the meaning of the company's description as the modern general store.

The article evaluates the Playhouse from Offecct.

The article evaluates several products including the Highway tables and chairs and the Button poufs.

The article evaluates Libri wood shelves from Michael Bihain.

The article evaluates Aeroplane lamps from Malin Lundmark.

The article evaluates Ultrasilencer vacuum from Electrolux.

The article evaluates the Fade Collection lamps designed by Matti Klenell.

The article evaluates the Eve cuff designed by Claesson Koivisto Rune.

The article evaluates the Task Lamps from Wästberg.

The article features Nordic Light Hotel. The hotel is the venue for annual Stockholm Furniture Fair. Its lobby has an installation of evergreen forest created by the Swedish design group Front. Relative to this, the designers placed fake conifers and squat chairs and benches which resembles raw wood that were actually made from soft foam pulled over steel frames covered with fabric intended to resemble a pine.

The article presents a number of maps of New York City, highlighting the whereabouts of places of interest to persons with different enthusiasms including those interested in design, environmental issues and literature.