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Gal Gadot: A look at the actress who will play Wonder WomanGal Gadot will be portraying Wonder Woman in the 'Batman vs. Superman' film, according to the film's director Zack Snyder. Gal Gadot starred in the 'Fast and the Furious' films.
Little black dress, move over; other gowns deserve repriseLittle black dresses get to attend all the parties, while other gowns have to settle for a single appearance, according to fashion lore. 'No more,' Keira Knightley says by wearing her wedding dress for a third time. Who says the little black dress is the only outfit that gets a red carpet reprise?
80 percent of schools lack sufficient InternetTechnology is changing the way students are taught, but many schools lack the sufficient Wi-Fi and broadband access to take full advantage of the online learning opportunities.
Benedict Cumberbatch is out, Tom Hiddleston is reportedly in for Guillermo Del Toro's Gothic romanceBenedict Cumberbatch has reportedly dropped out of Guillermo Del Toro's film 'Crimson Peak' and 'The Avengers' actor Tom Hiddleston is reportedly taking his place. The TV show 'Sherlock,' which stars Benedict Cumberbatch, will air its third season in the US in January.- Verbal EnergyMaking these United States safe for NgramsLast month's court decision upholding the legality of the Google Books search engine also kept a powerful research tool available to the public.
Vietnamese braised chicken with 5 spiceWhen it's chilly, nothing warms you up like a spicy dish inspired by warmer climates. Use chicken thighs, another inexpensive cut of meat, or squash to go vegan for this recipe.
Millennials crash-landing: Just like the generations before themMillennials represent a generational gap that endured long before the title even existed. One writer points out that Millennials, deserving or otherwise, are targets for older generation sniping, just like the generations of young adults before them. Should we give them a break?聽
Darth Vader loses face. Do selfies strip authority?Darth Vader selfie debut on Instagram shows the softer side of the Dark Lord. Does the selfie strip Darth Vader of his authority? Do parents sporting selfies on social media risk the same fate?
'Out of the Furnace' tries to speak to our times but falls short'Out of the Furnace' stars 海角大神 Bale and Casey Affleck.
Common Core busts usual political linesThe Common Core has made some strange bedfellows as supporters and critics alike cross usual party lines in debate over the educational standards. When it comes to Common Core, forget the old allegiances.聽
Common Core critics cry educational follyCommon Core: Critics of the Common Core warn that the new educational standards have never been tested in real classrooms, place undue stress on students and teachers, and are far too expensive.
Nutella-filled chocolate chocolate chip cookiesGet ready for Christmas cookie season with these chocolate-hazelnut flavored cookies. Top double-chocolate dough with a swirl of Nutella.聽
What's the best holiday movie of all time? We need your vote!What will be crowned the best holiday movie ever? It's up to you. Vote in our poll!
Jeff Bezos: Will Amazon 'Prime Air' drones deliver diapers?Amazon founder Jeff Bezos announced plans to launch a new 30-minute or less drone delivery plan. Though Amazon drones probably won't hit the American skies any time soon, this blogger already has a shopping list.
Caroline Berg Eriksen's postpartum selfie: Harming or helping?Caroline Berg Eriksen: An Instagram photo of the Norwegian fitness blogger's fit body taken four days postpartum has resurrected the ongoing Mommy Wars debate. Are women like Caroline Berg Eriksen聽harming or helping women's body image after baby?聽
Tunnels under Rome inspire thumbs up to MinecraftTunnels under Rome: As geoscientists map the elaborate network of ancient tunnels under Rome in order to better predict collapses, one mom sees an opportunity for聽kids to help adults find solutions to real world problems with their own virtual versions of Rome.
Cardamom beef stew with roasted root vegetablesIn this recipe from聽'Home Cooking with Charlie Trotter,'聽a braised beef stew flavored with cardamom, garlic, onion, celery, and carrots is topped with roasted potatoes, parsnips, and celery root.聽
Common core hits the ground, highlights critical thinkingThe Common Core education standards have been debated in Congress, in town halls, and at PTA meetings, but the standards hit the road in the classroom. For many teachers and students, the new emphasis on critical thinking is a refreshing change of pace from teaching to a test.
'The Twelve Days of Paying For an Infant'As the annual breakdown of the 'Twelve Days of Christmas' carol into a consumer index hits the news, this dad breaks down the costs that really matter to him 鈥� the 'Baby Turning One Not Long After Christmas' Price Index.
Paul Walker in 'Fast and Furious 7': What happens now?Paul Walker in 'Fast and Furious 7': Will the movie move forward after the death of franchise star Paul Walker? 'Fast and Furious 7' had been slated for release next summer.
