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Bill O'Reilly's 'Killing Lincoln' will be made into a documentary by Ridley and Tony ScottRidley and Tony Scott will be filming a National Georgraphic documentary based on Bill O'Reilly's book 'Killing Lincoln.'
Whole braised chicken in a potA whole braised chicken can feed a crowd or just two on a quiet winter afternoon.
Girl LandAnti-feminist provacateur Caitlin Flanagan takes us into the world of adolescent girls 鈥� but, unfortunately, fails to bring us into the 21st century.聽
FraternityHow a scholarship program brought color to Holy Cross
Pity the Billionaire: The Hard-Times Swindle and the Unlikely Comeback of the RightHow we got to this grim pass in our political and economic system
The Artist and The Descendants big winners at Golden Globe awardsGolden Globe winners, including 'The Artist,' and 'The Descendants,' are likely now to be frontrunners for the Oscars. Meryl Streep won best actress for 'The Iron Lady.'
Reader recommendation: To Be Sung UnderwaterMonitor readers share their favorite book picks.
10 best picture books for childrenIn "100 Best Books for Children," Anita Silvey recommends picture books for children ages 2 to 8. Some of these titles have excited the eye for decades, while others are more recent additions to the canon. But all make excellent bedtime reading.
A tamer Ricky Gervais leads predictable Golden GlobesThe victory for "The Descendants" in the best drama category sets it up in an expected battle at the Academy Awards with "The Artist," which won the award for best musical or comedy.
Benjamin Franklin: 10 great quotes on his birthdayAs Benjamin Franklin's birthday is celebrated on Jan. 17, here are some of the best quotes from the pithy revolutionary, scientist, and writer.- Martin Luther King Jr. Day: A quiz on the struggle for a national holiday
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was one of the world鈥檚 most eloquent and tireless champions of non-violent social change. The Atlanta-born civil rights leader was integral to the movement that eventually broke down archaic segregationist barriers across the country, culminating in President Lyndon Johnson鈥檚 signing of the Civil Rights Act in 1964. A Nobel Peace Prize laureate at age 34, Dr. King was also an advocate for peace and justice around the world, and his 鈥淚 Have a Dream鈥� speech, given on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in 1963, continues to inspire those who struggle for equality.
For two decades, the third Monday of January has been designated a federal holiday in the U.S. But the creation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day was a difficult process, with supporters often fighting an uphill battle. Take this quiz to test your knowledge of this day of remembrance, and the man whose life and works it honors.
Meatless Monday: Curried green lentil soup with raitaCurried lentil soup to warm up on a cold day.
Reader recommendation: The Road to Fatima GateMonitor readers share their favorite book picks.
"The Artist" leads the Golden Globes in nominations, but others not far behindThe Hollywood Foreign Press Asssociation's annual awards are considered strong predictors for Oscar glory.- Think you're a film buff? Take our movie trivia quiz!
Hollywood produces some of America's most successful cultural exports. Are you a real movie buff? Test your knowledge of the silver screen with our 50-question mega quiz.
Got Soup? Recipes to ward off the chill.Check out our ever-growing list of delicious soup recipes.
We Need to Talk About Kevin: movie reviewThe psychological thriller 'We Need to Talk About Kevin' is disturbing and creepy, but it also has a soullessness. 聽
Angels Crest: movie reviewA toddler's death pushes a snowbound town into taking sides in 'Angels Crest,' a melodrama trying to be tragic drama.
Sing Your Song: movie review'Sing Your Song' shows the energy and optimism Harry Belafonte gave to civil rights work 鈥� around the world.
Lula, Son of Brazil: movie reviewThe former Brazilian president's charisma and activism are ironed into a bland testimonial.
