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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.
How well do you know 'Pride and Prejudice'?

Test your knowledge of Jane Austen's classic as it turns 200 today.
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.
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:
'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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In Gear British court dismisses Tesla Motors lawsuit against BBC

A British appeals court has dismissed Tesla Motors' second attempt at a libel suit against the BBC, the network behind Top Gear. In 2008, Top Gear ran a piece that was highly critical of the Tesla Motors Roadster’s range, depicting it as just 55 miles under spirited driving, not the 200 miles claimed by Tesla.
‘Argo’ helps Iran’s dictatorship, harms democracy

Abolhassan Bani-Sadr, the first president of the Islamic Republic of Iran after the 1979 revolution, says that by falsifying, misrepresenting, and taking critical facts out of context, the Academy-Award winning film 'Argo' delivers a pro-CIA message at the cost of the Iranian people and history.
Coming for Cameron? Poor showing in bellwether vote rattles Conservatives

The mood in Prime Minister Cameron's party is grim after it came an embarrassing third in the battle for a parliamentary seat in Eastleigh, a city the party sees as key to its fortunes in 2015.
'Dancing With the Stars' performers Julianne and Derek Hough will develop ballroom dancing show

'Dancing With the Stars' performers and siblings Julianne and Derek Hough will create a show that revolves around competitive ballroom dancing in England. The show will air on Starz.
Culture Cafe Gillian Anderson pilot will center on a conspiracy involving Washington's most powerful figures

The Gillian Anderson pilot will find the actress starring as CEO Meg Fitch, whose daughter is taken prisoner. NBC has ordered the Gillian Anderson pilot.
Reader recommendation: Eight Pieces of Empire

Monitor readers share their favorite book picks.
Were those the bones of Cleopatra's murdered sister?

Experts doubt that the 2,000-year-old bones, unearthed in 1904 in what is now Turkey, belonged to Arsinoe IV, Cleopatra's younger half-sister whom she ordered killed.
Global News Blog Good reads: the meteors we miss, Tesla's frigid review, car-buying woes, bionic eyes

This week's round-up of Good Reads includes a look at what crashes to Earth every year, a tiff over a Tesla review, why car dealers seem so manipulative, and a new technology that could help individuals dealing with blindness.
Terrorism & Security In shift, Syrian regime says it's ready to talk to rebels (+video)

Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Moallem said in Moscow that the Assad government wanted to engage in 'dialogue with anyone who's willing for it, even those who carry arms.'
Difference Maker Anshu Gupta brings 'clothing for dignity' to India

His nonprofit group, called GOONJ, collects and gives away used clothing. The twist: The needy 'pay' for their clothes by doing service work in their communities.
Monster goldfish found in Lake Tahoe probably dumped from aquarium

Monster goldfish found: A nearly 18-inch, 4.2-pound goldfish discovered in the depths of Lake Tahoe is not a native species, say scientists.
Terrorism & Security Kenyan court clears Kenyatta for presidential bid, despite war crime charges

The International Criminal Court ruled that Uhuru Kenyatta was one of those 'most responsible' for Kenya's 2007 post-election violence. But that won't stop him from running for president.
Barclays to cut 3700 jobs following interest rate scandal

Barclays will cut at least 3,700 jobs in a major restructuring, the bank said Tuesday. The layoffs follow a scandal-ridden year for Barclays, which was was forced to pay a $453 million fine for manipulating a key market interest rate that serves as the basis for trillions in mortgage loans.
Terrorism & Security Two years later, Egyptians' euphoria over Mubarak's fall a distant memory (+video)

Some protesters demanded President Morsi's ouster as they clashed with police on the anniversary of Mubarak's fall. Deepening economic woes and violence have marred Morsi's short tenure.
Terrorism & Security French, Malian troops regain control of Gao after rebels raid by canoe

Islamist rebels slipped into the strategic city of Gao by crossing the Niger River with canoes over the weekend.
Horizons Racist Google ads? New study links names to negative ads.

A Harvard University professor's new study finds that Google ads might have a racial bias. What does it mean for Google users?
Terrorism & Security Tunisians mourn slain opposition leader amid concerns of rising turmoil (+video)

Tens of thousands turned out for the burial today of Tunisian opposition leader Chokri Belaid. His assassination Wednesday prompted angry street protests across the country.
Stuart Freeborn, the man behind Yoda's makeup, was a pioneer in Hollywood

Stuart Freeborn was 'a makeup legend,' said 'Star Wars' creator George Lucas. Stuart Freeborn worked on films such as 'Dr. Strangelove' and 'Planet of the Apes' as well as the 'Star Wars' films.
Terrorism & Security France: Mali withdrawal is in sight

France said today that it hopes to withdraw its troops from Mali next month, but it's unclear what will fill the resulting power vacuum and continue the fight against jihadist forces.
Terrorism & Security Could North Korea be planning multiple nuclear tests? (+video)

North Korea says it plans 'higher level' test as part of its military deterrent in its confrontation with the United States. South Korea says that's code for multiple nuclear tests.
Richard III discovery spurs excitement, skepticism (+video)

Richard III's remains have been identified 'beyond reasonable doubt,' say researchers, but others are skeptical of the type of DNA match the team used to confirm his identity.
$68,000 for whale vomit? Beachcomber finds 'floating gold.'

A soccer-ball sized lump of whale vomit, better known as ambergris, could bring its British finder some €50,000 ($68,000). His dog found the smelly sphere while they were walking on the beach.
Terrorism & Security France rolls north in Mali, but daunting second phase looms (+video)

French troops entered the once Islamist-occupied city of Kidal today without opposition. But dealing with Islamist guerrillas and placating secular Taureg rebels will likely prove more difficult.
'Carmen,' gypsies, bohemians, and 'others'

A performance of 'Carmen' reminds the Monitor’s language columnist how vexed our language for various 'others' is.
Terrorism & Security Mali: French bring the troops, world now bringing the funds (+video)

International donors have pledged $455.53 million for an international campaign tackling Islamist militants in Mali.