ARTS & LEISURE
West Coast Theater
Annette Bening's opening in "Hedda Gabler" is only the latest sign that the stars of film and television have helped create a thriving theater scene in Los Angeles.

BOOKS
Audio Special: Max Frankel
In this audio interview, Max Frankel, the former executive editor of The New York Times, talks about his new memoir, "The Times of My Life."

TRAVEL
European Cultural Roundup
Follow your muse in any direction: to art exhibits, dozens of music festivals, theater and dance performances -- and some intriguing new museums.

OP-ED COLUMNIST
Bob Herbert: Bush v. Blackmun
Both considered themselves moderate Republicans and both were faced with the tough issue of abortion. One made a stand on principle and will be remembered as a man of courage and integrity. The other has carefully gauged the direction of the wind, and may well end up as President.

SUNDAY STYLES
Vows Column Archive
After one divorce and many broken hearts, Dr. Barbara Zeifer decided to call Denise Winston, a professional matchmaker, for help.

TECHNOLOGY
CyberTimes Navigator
The newly updated Navigator is the home page used by the newsroom of The New York Times for forays into the Web.

LEARNING
On This Day
In 1900, Congress ratified the Gold Standard Act. See this historic front page and read the full Times article.