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The 50 best movies of all time

From film critics Gail Kinn and Jim Piazza's new book 'The Greatest Movies Ever,' their picks for the 50 greatest films
In Pictures: Cherry blossoms
Photos of the Day: Photos of the day 11/09

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Filipinos back government on China dispute, but want more diplomacy

While most Filipinos say that their government should not yield to to Chinese pressure in the South China Sea, others say that Manila could improve its diplomatic efforts to resolve the issue.
Time Warner Cable, MSG reach deal. Linsanity at work?

Time Warner Cable and MSG sports have ended a seven-week blackout of Knicks games for TWC customers. Fan furor over Jeremy Lin – 'Linsanity' – probably played a huge role.
The 50 best movies of all time

From film critics Gail Kinn and Jim Piazza's new book 'The Greatest Movies Ever,' their picks for the 50 greatest films
China's new European trade hub: An Irish town of 18,000

The Irish town of Athlone has approved a project that could bring as many as 400 Chinese businesses to Ireland. With China facing declining growth and Ireland mired in debt, both stand to benefit.
Change Agent
Ballroom dance instructor teaches poise, grace, respect, and fun

Ballroom dance instructor Pierre Dulaine helps kids from all backgrounds in New York City and around the world gain confidence and other life skills through ballroom dancing.
Thailand floods: Bangkok flood defenses are holding

Thailand's prime minister expressed cautious optimism Saturday that the flood threat to Bangkok may be receding. But flooding from high tides may still pose a problem for a city just six feet above sea level.
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'The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo’ trailer looks excellent

A four minute-long trailer for David Fincher’s ‘The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo’ has premiered online, teasing the film’s sinister mystery plot and impeccable visual style.
Who lives in better neighborhood: rich blacks or working-class whites?

Even affluent black and Hispanic households making more than $75,000 a year live in neighborhoods with higher poverty rates than white households earning less than $40,000, a new analysis shows
Top Picks: Johnny Depp, PBS's 'Masterpiece Mystery!,' Placido Domingo, and more

Johnny Depp's animated comedy 'Rango' comes to DVD, PBS's 'Masterpiece Mystery!' follows an Italian detective, Placido Domingo sings in a very special presentation of Verdi's Rigoletto, and more recommendations.
Stir It Up!
Chinese lamb with cumin

Whole cumin seeds, jalapeño, red bell peppers, garlic, and onions deliver a lively taste.
Reader recommendation: Shanghai Girls

Monitor readers share their favorite book picks.
In Pictures: Cherry blossoms
Johnny Depp stars in 'Rango,' as a chameleon: movie review

Animated western 'Rango' stars Johnny Depp, in one of his best roles, as a chameleon.
Oscars 2011: How the year's top films reflect the times

Many of this year's top movies portray dark themes or flawed characters. Why one culture watcher says they mirror this moment in history.
Heart of the City

Nine New York love stories: Can a city be a matchmaker?
Photos of the Day: Photos of the day 11/09
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Why Russia covets the Black Sea naval base of Sevastopol

Ukraine recently agreed to extend Russia's naval base lease for its Black Sea Fleet until 2042. One visit to Sevastopol, the port in Ukraine where the fleet is based, and it's immediately clear why Russia would be loathe to ever give up the base.
Little Tokyo, Los Angeles: Getting the flavor of the place

Feast your way to a new understanding of Los Angeles' Little Tokyo.
Obama’s NYC terror trial switch: Pragmatism or indecisiveness?

The Obama administration says it won’t hold the trial of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and other Al Qaeda suspects in Manhattan after all, mainly because of security costs and community backlash. But to some, it's another political misstep.
Best books of 2009: nonfiction

The nonfiction books we liked best in 2009.
Museum of Chinese in America opens in New York

The exhibits, which narrate 200 years of struggle for the Chinese in the United States, puncture old stereotypes and some that still lurk.
The Snakehead

Journalist Patrick Radden Keefe follows the story of the boss of a human smuggling ring.
Ties to my culture

When you're 17 and half-Chinese, you worry about losing that part of your identity.
With arms wide open: Chinese culture embraced

A Chinese-Canadian girl and her aunt, who married a Chinese man, reflect on being part of two cultures.
Review: 'Changeling'

True story of a mother whose son goes missing lacks some of the passion of Angelina Jolie's earlier performances.