El-Erian: Country Will Avoid Default July 18, 2011 We don’t want to test what would happen if a triple A rating is lost, says Mohamed El-Erian, PIMCO CEO/co-CIO. (CNBC)

Early Trading Buzz July 18, 2011 The buzz on what traders are watching today, with Peter Yastrow, Yastrow Origer market strategist/principal. (CNBC)

Tyler Florence’s ‘beautiful,’ flavorful shrimp July 18, 2011 The celebrity chef prepares his recipe for a delicious shrimp boil in the House Beautiful kitchen of the year on Rockefeller Plaza. (TODAY)

Doctor ‘tunes’ into cancer patients’ needs July 18, 2011 TODAY’s Jenna Bush Hager visits San Diego oncologist Steven Eisenberg, who uses the power of music to help heal his patients’ spirits. (TODAY)

Buchanan: For 2012, it’s Romney or the right July 18, 2011 The Huffington Post’s Alex Wagner joins Morning Joe to discuss the GOP 2012 field and if any of the candidates will be a worthy opponent to Mitt Romney and why she doesn't think ...

Could anything make Christie run in '12? July 18, 2011 The Huffington Post’s Alex Wagner joins Morning Joe to discuss Gov. Chris Christie, R-N.J. Will circumstances force him to jump into the race? The panel also discusses Mitt Romney’s new Web ads, ...

Third-round highlights July 18, 2011 The competitors at the American Century Championship made time for golf and the fans in the third round. (NBC Sports)

Wagner crowned the champ in Tahoe July 18, 2011 Jack Wagner says victory means a lot because he really enjoys playing at the American Century Championship and credits runner-up Tony Romo for playing a great tournament. (NBC Sports)

Dalai Lama: China must hear voice of democracy July 18, 2011 The exiled spiritual leader tells TODAY’s Ann Curry that the “whole world is turning in one direction” and China must follow the trend of democracy. (TODAY)

Inspire change with 67 minutes of service July 18, 2011 In honor of Nelson Mandela’s 93rd birthday and his 67 years in public service, actor Morgan Freeman highlights simple ways you can make a difference in your own community. (TODAY)

The Issues for the Street July 18, 2011 The Squawk on the Street team breaks down the bombshells for News Corp and the Rupert Murdoch empire. (CNBC)

Europe: A Healthier Bailout July 18, 2011 Plans for European countries to get out of debt, with Neel Kashkari, Pimco managing director. (CNBC)

Standing out in the second round July 18, 2011 From dancing skill to golf success, check out some of the best moments from the second round of American Century Championship action. (NBC Sports)

Stage collapses at Canadian music festival July 18, 2011 The main stage at a blues festival in Canada collapsed Sunday night during a Cheap Trick concert, injuring at least five people. NBC’s Peter Alexander reports. (Morning Joe)

Geithner: Certain of a Debt Deal July 18, 2011 Discussing the plans for whether the debt ceiling is not raised, with Timothy Geithner, Treasury Secretary, who says the only plan available is for Congress to act; with CNBC’s Steve Liesman. (CNBC)

Credit Constraints July 18, 2011 Insight on the credit situations in Europe and the U.S., with Sean Egan, Egan-Jones Ratings Company and Alison Deans, former Neuberger Berman CIO. (CNBC)

Credit Constraints July 18, 2011 Insight on the credit situations in Europe and the U.S., with Sean Egan, Egan-Jones Ratings Company and Alison Deans, former Neuberger Berman CIO. (CNBC)

‘Friends’ Kunis, Timberlake have a ‘ball’ on ... July 18, 2011 Actors Justin Timberlake and Mila Kunis have fun with TODAY’s Lester Holt as they discuss filming love scenes in their new film, “Friends with Benefits,” and accepting date invitations from ...

Nude, bound woman found hanging in mansion July 18, 2011 Police in Southern California are calling the death of 32-year-old Rebecca Nalepa suspicious after her body was discovered hanging in the historic home of her boyfriend, multimillionaire Jonah ...

Sgt. Ray Lewis asks Betty White to Marine ball July 18, 2011 As TODAY’s Natalie Morales reports, “The Golden Girls” actress is the latest celebrity to be publically invited to now star-studded Marine Corps events. (TODAY)