The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) awarded more than $1.6 million in financial grants at its annual star-studded luncheon. Eva Longoria served as celebrity emcee of the event, which was attended by the likes of Nicole Kidman, Colin Farrell, Diane Kruger, David O. Russell, Vince Vaughn, Vin Diesel, Amber Heard, Olivia Wilde and Jason Bateman.

She’s already found fame and fortune, and now, Kristen Stewart is ready for an education. The Twilight starlet has reportedly enrolled at UCLA as an English lit major.

Ever wonder what the most powerful leaders, business execs and celebrities keep on their desks? Well, we’re about to tell you. Our biweekly “What’s on My Desk” feature will take a look inside the offices and at the desks of the world’s most influential power players.

Great news, foodies: the team behind Venice’s celebrity staple Gjelina have two new projects in the works. Chef Travis Lett and co. are building another eatery just down the street from the modern Italian mainstay on Abbot Kinney.

It is a rare treat when the the Queen of all Media leaves the Royal throne and lands in the City of Angels. Of course, if Oprah Winfrey plans on taking a trip to LA, she does it as she does everything — in a big way.

Jennifer Garner has joined Halle Berry in her quest to protect celebrity children from the prying lenses of paparazzi. The two women testified before the Assembly Judiciary Committee in Sacramento in Tuesday in support of a bill that would protect their children completely.

Mirror, mirror on the wall, where in LA can you find the best margaritas in Los Angeles of all? Dear Angelenos, let us tell reveal our top picks for drinks that are so much more than your standard tequila, sour and lime libation.

Fendi Casa celebrated the union of art and technology last week with a summertime soiree for Samsung at its West Hollywood boutique. LA tastemakers, interior designers and realtors were on hand to celebrate Samsung’s new S9 UH TV.

Those who love iconic artist Banksy, it’s time to get your wallets out. The British graffiti master’s “Flower Girl” mural will be up for sale this December as part of Julien’s Auctions “Street Art” sale.