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'The Expendables 3': The franchise should probably end after this film'The Expendables 3' often has basic problems with lighting and green screen, though the movie has some satisfying action sequences. However, even diehard fans of the franchise may feel like 'The Expendables 3' is running on fumes.
Robin Williams: Watch the Broadway cast of 'Aladdin' honor the actorRobin Williams starred as the Genie in the original 1992 film of 'Aladdin' and the cast of the Broadway adaptation of the musical recently honored him through song at one of their performances. Robin Williams died on Aug. 11.
Ditch the playdate: 4 ways to encourage creative play for kids Here are four ways parents can help remove limitations to play and set their kids free.
Top Picks: Imogen Heap's new album 'Sparks,' the PBS documentary 'Big Men,' and moreClassical music lovers can check out streaming concerts, ballets, and operas from all over the world on medici.tv, the PBS documentary 'Dorothea Lange: Grab a Hunk of Lightning' by Lange's granddaughter Dyanna Taylor looks at Lange's impact on our perception of the 1930s and '40s, and more top picks.
Oxford Dictionaries: Are new words 鈥榯hrowing shade鈥� on real English?The online Oxford dictionary has added dozens of new informal terms and abbreviations, keeping pace with trends in online communications. It might be best to teach kids proper English before throwing these new terms their way.
Cherry tomatoes in creamTomato season is finally here! Pair this bright, summery side dish with a grilled steak or fish fillet.聽
'The Giver' star Jeff Bridges discusses his passion project'The Giver' actor Jeff Bridges remembers wanting to make a film of Lois Lowry's classic dystopian novel. 'I thought, "It's gonna be a cinch," and that was 18 years ago,' the actor said.聽'The Giver' comes to theaters on Aug. 15.
'Let's Be Cops': Critics aren't embracing the comedy'Let's Be Cops' stars 'New Girl' actors Jake Johnson and Damon Wayans Jr. as two friends who pretend to be policemen. 'Let's Be Cops' was released on Aug. 13.
Bullyproof for school: A jiu-jitsu master mixes kale and stopping bulliesRener Gracie and Brian Ortega are famous for their jujitsu and mixed martial arts skills respectively, but they are also making a big impact outside of their sports by helping kids to deal with bullies through the 'BullyProof' summer camp.
Verbal EnergyEnron's gift to students of languageThe Texas energy giant鈥檚 record for largest corporate bankruptcy has long since been overtaken, but linguists will be feasting on the Enron e-mail dataset for years.- Famous movie lines: How well do you know them?
While favorite movie characters and their adventures remain in our minds long after we're done watching the films, snappy or meaningful quotes stay with us, too. Do you know these famous bits of dialogue? Try our quiz!
Hainanese chicken with riceBy using both the meat and the stock from the bird, this chicken and rice dish is especially flavorful. The freshness of the vegetables adds a great summer crunch!
'Veronica Mars' cast members will reportedly return for CW web series'Veronica Mars' cast members such as Kristen Bell, Jason Dohring, Enrico Colantoni, and others will reportedly return for the Web series 'Play It Again, Dick,' which will center on actor Ryan Hansen's character Dick Casablancas. A movie version of 'Veronica Mars' was released earlier this year.
Maryam Mirzakhani: Doughnuts, gender equity, and the 'Nobel Prize of math'Maryam Mirzakhani breaks new ground in math, and offers one mom another way to teach her sons about gender equity in science, technology, and mathematics.
Lauren Bacall: A look back at her legendary first film 'To Have and Have Not'Lauren Bacall made her screen debut in the movie 'To Have and Have Not,' which was directed by Hollywood legend Howard Hawks and costarred her future husband Humphrey Bogart. Lauren Bacall died on Aug. 12.
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Parenting tips from special opsWhat I learned about being a dad from Army Ranger School.- Parenting tips from special opsWhat I learned about being a dad from Army Ranger School.
Lauren Bacall leaves legacy of grace, elegance, and brilliant banterLauren Bacall, winner of an Oscar and two Tony awards who created magic with Humphrey Bogart 鈥� on-screen and off 鈥� died Tuesday.
Shashlik 鈥� grilled lamb kebabsThis Russian interpretation of lamb kebabs incorporates zucchini, tomatoes, red onions, and an array of spices. Delicious alone, with rice or salad, or wrapped in pita!