After James Franco's squinty, smirky I-can't-believe-I'm-saying-these-words Oscars hosting stint, you may have some questions. Such as: Was he stoned? And: How stoned was he? Luckily, we have prepared a brief FAQ to help guide you through this confusing moment.

Elena Kagan today was sworn in as the 112th Supreme Court justice. She is the fourth woman to serve.

[Democratic leaders hover over President Obama as he signs the Dodd-Frank financial regulatory reform bill into law today. Neither Chris Dodd nor Barney Frank interrupted with an "Oh shit I forgot something," so, phew. Image via Getty.]

After being rained out in Chicago, President Obama gave a Memorial Day speech at Andrews Air Force Base.