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'Pride and Prejudice': 5 things you may not know about the classic novel
However much of an Austenite you are, these little-known facts may have escaped your notice.
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How well do you know 'Pride and Prejudice'?
Test your knowledge of Jane Austen's classic as it turns 200 today.
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Bram Stoker books: The 5 best movie adaptations of 'Dracula'
Bram Stoker's 'Dracula' is still the most famous of his books, and the story of the deadly vampire came to the screen with these five adaptations.
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How the world is reacting to Obama's reelection
From China to Iran, President Obama's reelection elicited everything from celebration to doubt about his second-term agenda. Here are 11 responses:
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'Moranthology': 6 stories from UK writing star Caitlin Moran
Following up on the success of her book 'How to be a Woman,' here are 6 stories from Caitlin Moran's new collection 'Moranthology.'
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Global News Blog Behind the G-20: A primer
What to look for as the leaders of the world's largest economies meet in London.
04/01/2009 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Former Khmer Rouge leader asks for forgiveness
In the first genocide trial in Cambodia, "Duch" acknowledged he was guilty of crimes against humanity and apologized to victims' families.
03/31/2009 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Pakistani Army ends siege of police academy
The standoff against militants in Lahore lasted seven hours and left up to 20 dead.
03/30/2009 01:00 am -
Obama can expect a week of protests ahead of G-20
British bankers won’t wear ties as groups threaten violence ahead of the economic summit in London.
03/29/2009 01:00 am -
Ahead of G-20 summit, Britons alerted to 'dirty bomb' risk
A new government report says that a terrorist attack is now more likely than ever.
03/27/2009 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Taliban suicide bomber kills 11 in Pakistan
The attack targeted members of an anti-Taliban militant group.
03/26/2009 01:00 am -
Opinion A trip down the Monitor's memory lane
A serious newsroom calls for serious high jinks.
03/26/2009 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Pakistan on edge after two blasts
Government officials warn that foreign Taliban militants have infiltrated the country and could carry out more attacks.
03/24/2009 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security As US public sours on Afghanistan, Obama calls for 'exit strategy'
The president said the US cannot stay indefinitely.
03/23/2009 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Obama offers olive branch to Iran in new video
The president seeks 'new beginnings' with the Iranian people and leaders in a message marking the Iranian new year.
03/20/2009 01:00 am -
Global News Blog Azerbaijan vote sets stage for endless presidency
Wednesday's vote abolished term limits, something that could promote a possible Aliyev dynasty.
03/19/2009 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Philippine troops clash with Abu Sayyaf militants
The Islamist group is holding three Red Cross workers hostage on a southern island.
03/17/2009 01:00 am -
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03/17/2009 01:00 am -
Global News Blog Azerbaijan seeks to abolish term limits for president
If voters approve, 'petro-president' Ilham Aliyev could serve for life.
03/17/2009 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Canadian judge sentences convicted terrorist to 10-1/2 years
Mohammed Momin Khawaja, the first man convicted under Canada's anti-terror laws, was involved with foiled bomb plot in Britain.
03/13/2009 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Suicide attack in Baghdad targets reconciliation conference, kills 33
The bombing is the third major attack in recent days, prompting fears of a spike in violence.
03/10/2009 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Colombia extradites paramilitary leader to US over rights groups protests
Hebert Veloza Garcia's extradition will stymie efforts to find justice for his victims, say Colombian human rights groups.
03/06/2009 12:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Mexico sends troops to border city in bid to control drug violence
The buildup in Ciudad Juárez, an entry point for drug smuggling on the US border, is meant to stop vicious fighting between drug cartels.
03/04/2009 12:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Gunmen attack Sri Lankan cricket team in Pakistan
At least six people were killed when militants ambushed the team's convoy.
03/03/2009 12:00 am -
World
03/03/2009 12:00 am -
World
03/02/2009 12:00 am -
Terrorism & Security India accuses Pakistani Army officer of involvement in Mumbai attacks
The colonel, accused of facilitating communications between the attackers and handlers in Pakistan, was named along with 34 other suspects.
02/26/2009 12:00 am -
On Capitol Hill – cultivating a monastery mind-set
During gnashing of teeth over the stimulus bill, a Thomas Merton-inspired House reflection group was holding hands and taking its weekly step back to reconcile personal conviction and political reality.
02/24/2009 12:00 am -
Horizons Horizon highlights – Low-tech/high-tech edition
02/20/2009 12:00 am -
Terrorism & Security In N. Africa, Al Qaeda offshoot claims six Western hostages
The claim by Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb that it holds hostages kidnapped more than a month ago fuels fears that the group is expanding its reach.
02/19/2009 12:00 am
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