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Keith Haring: 10 books by and about the artist

On what would have been his 54th birthday, here are 10 books filled with the spirit and work of the influential artist.
In Pictures: Elizabeth Taylor auction
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3 great 2010 photo books

Looking for that just-right holiday present? A photo book is one of those gifts that keeps on giving. It can be enjoyed over and again for years to come and never really goes out of style. Here are three particularly good picks recommended by our Monitor staff photographers from among the 2010 releases .
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Men in Black 3: movie review

'Men in Black 3' is reasonably entertaining and features a great turn by actor Josh Brolin as a young Tommy Lee Jones.
Keith Haring: 10 books by and about the artist

On what would have been his 54th birthday, here are 10 books filled with the spirit and work of the influential artist.
Modern Parenthood
In pursuit of happiness, parents can find joy in daily routines

In pursuit of happiness, parents can find joy in daily routines. While changing up your day can add novelty, our happiness expert believes that there is pleasure to be had in the repetition of reading a daily newspaper or even sweeping the floor.
In Pictures: Elizabeth Taylor auction
Billy the Kid portrait sells for $2.3 million

One-of-a-kind portrait of Billy the Kid was expected to fetch $300,000 to $400,000 at auction. Billy the Kid photo image had been owned by the same family for generations.
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Takashi Murakami brings summer solstice to the Google doodle

Takashi Murakami has become a global superstar since founding the Hiropon Factory collective of young artists in Japan.
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A Slovakian town claims Andy Warhol as their own

Although famed pop culture artist Andy Warhol was born in the US, his mother's Slovakian hometown is happy to claim him as their own with a museum in his name.
3 great 2010 photo books

Looking for that just-right holiday present? A photo book is one of those gifts that keeps on giving. It can be enjoyed over and again for years to come and never really goes out of style. Here are three particularly good picks recommended by our Monitor staff photographers from among the 2010 releases .
Top picks: 'Edible Stories,' 'Mood Music for Time Travellers,' and more

Author Mark Kurlansky's 'Edible Stories,' Either Orchestra CD 'Mood Music for Time Travellers,' Martin Scorsese documentary 'Public Speaking' on Fran Lebowitz, and more recommendations.
Salvador Dali exhibition exclusively at Atlanta museum

Salvador Dali exhibition explores artist Salvador Dali's late work, including several major pieces that haven't been seen in the US in half a century.
Leo and His Circle

This biography of “gallerist” Leo Castelli paints a wonderful portrait of the hurly-burly 20th-century New York art world.
Ansel Adams Yosemite photo fetches $722K in record-setting auction

Ansel Adams black-and-white mural-sized print of Yosemite National Park nabbed $722,500 in a Polaroid auction that overall brought in more than $12.4 million.
Ansel Adams: Photo of Yosemite taken by Ansel Adams sells for more than $722,000

Ansel Adams: A photograph of Yosemite National Park taken by Ansel Adams fetched $722,000 at New York City auction.
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April Fools' Day history? Be wary of those who say they know.

April Fools' Day history is murky, and nobody knows its origins. So beware any Boston University professors who claim it originated in the court of Constantine.
Global News Blog
China bans 'Obamao' shirt, fearing offense to Obama

In China and the US, the 'Obamao' shirt – which puts President Barack Obama's face between Mao Zedong's iconic cap and jacket – has been a kitschy and right-wing favorite.
Michael Jackson's legacy: Who has the right to profit?

Michael Jackson's new documentary 'This Is It' will shape his legacy, not to mention his estate's worth. But how long should his image be protected from exploitation by others?
Horizons
Meghan McCain Twitter photo: online overshare 101

John McCain's daughter got a crash course on what not to do with social media, posting a playful – and some say racy – photo of herself on Twitter Wednesday night.
TV's insipid commercials, decoded

A semiotics professor explores the strange new world of subcomedy, from Progressive Auto Insurance to Omnaris nasal spray.
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In Paris in spring, thoughts turn to ... the art show

Like a business rediscovering its core competency, the city of light has seen the opening of no fewer than 12 major exhibitions in recent weeks.
From the editor: The Monitor's next century

Our journalists will record the unfolding future with the same lens of clarity and hope.
Diggin' It
The lawn mower as style statement

Can lawn mowers combine style with environmental qualities?
How do you say 'gooey brownies'?

My Korean ESL class gobbled up their underbaked treat.