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10 reasons NOT to love books (compliments of H.L. Mencken)
Books may seem universally beloved, but these historical persons, from Martin Luther to Woodrow Wilson, weren't such big fans.
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'Game of Thrones': A catch-up guide for newbies to the TV show
Never seen an episode but hoping to catch up? Here's what you need to know to start watching 'Game of Thrones' now.
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10 influential authors who came to the US as immigrants
These 10 immigrant authors have all made significant contributions to US literature and culture.
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10 most controversial authors (in recent memory)
These writers have all sold plenty of books – and taken quite a lot of flak.
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Bestselling books the week of 2/28/13, according to IndieBound*
What's selling best in bookstores across America?
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Global News Blog Benedict XVI pledges support to successor on his last day as pope (+video)
Some 118 cardinals will commence a closed door gathering to select the next pope in the coming weeks.
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Security: Where does it come from?
A Christian Science perspective.
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Pope Benedict bids emotional farewell
Amidst tens of thousands of supporters, Pope Benedict used his final weekly general audience to say goodbye. His resignation will become official at 8 p.m. Thursday. He will reside in the papal summer home for a couple of months before moving on to a quiet retirement in the Vatican Gardens. In the meantime, the Church's cardinals will pick a successor.
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Bestselling books the week of 2/28/13, according to IndieBound*
What's selling best in bookstores across America?
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Israel wields Bible's soft power as far afield as Brazil
Israel is ramping up its outreach to the growing numbers of evangelical Christians, particularly in the Global South, in order to build popular support for state policies.
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Abortion rights: Why New York is swimming against the national tide
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has come under fire for proposing a bill relaxing abortion controls even as many other states push restrictions. His office says the bill aims to strengthen Roe v. Wade.
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Your health: perfect and intact?
A Christian Science perspective.
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Why Cardinal Keith O'Brien is stepping down
Cardinal Keith O'Brien, Britain's highest-ranking Catholic leader, resigned. Cardinal O'Brien also will not be attending the conclave in Rome.
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Reflected light
A Christian Science perspective.
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With Pope Benedict's retirement, the where is clearer than the how (+video)
Workers are renovating a former nunnery in the Vatican to house the retired pope. How he will interact with his future successor remains uncertain.
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Vatican calls reports of conspiracy by Italian media 'completely false'
Since Pope Benedict XVI announced his resignation the Italian media has speculated there could be more to the story, and has written unflattering stories about the Vatican's administration. On Saturday, the Vatican accused the Italian media of spreading false reports.
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Sixth grade girl takes on Philadelphia archdiocese for right to play football
Caroline Pla, 11, is fighting for the right to continue playing football in Philadelphia's Catholic Youth Organization league. She has been in the league for a year already, but now the Philadelphia archdiocese is threatening to enforce the league's boys-only rule.
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'Bless Me, Ultima' has moments where its magical realism shines
'Ultima' strains to be a classic, but the film does have lovely sections.
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Pope may change rules to speed up next pope selection
Cardinals around the world have already begun informal consultations by phone and e-mail to construct a profile of the man they think would be best suited to lead the church.
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Energized now!
A Christian Science perspective.
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Copernicus and the Church: What the history books don't say
Many believe the heliocentric theory was immediately rejected by the Catholic Church. However, the relationship between the Church and Copernicus is much more complex than popular historical narratives suggest.
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How Nicolaus Copernicus rewrote the rules of the solar system
Nicolaus Copernicus was born 540 years ago today.
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If church feels empty
A Christian Science perspective: What can satisfy the heart's yearning for real comfort and compassion?
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Pope makes one of his final appearances, Rome braces for change (+video)
On Sunday, upward of 100,000 people attended a blessing by Pope Benedict XVI in St. Peter's Square, one of the pope's final public appearances. Rome and Vatican City are bracing for large crowds of pilgrims and tourists expected for the election of the new pope.
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Taking a hike in the Holy Land on the Jesus Trail
Israel's Jesus Trail, which winds through valleys and over hilltops near the Sea of Galilee, hits several spots of biblical importance and provides a taste of life in modern-day Israel as well.
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Pope approves new head of Vatican scandal-plagued bank
One of Benedict XVI's last decisions elevates German 'Knight of Malta' to head bank at heart of Vatileaks storm and money-laundering probe.
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Time for a real holiday?
A Christian Science perspective: Finding something beautiful and true in the ordinary.
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Pope, in parting message, warns of church divisions and infighting
If church face is 'disfigured,' honesty is needed Benedict XVI says while urging greater humility, unity.
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A bigger heart
A Christian Science perspective. Valentine's Day: a call for a wider embrace.
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Pope Benedict XVI: A 'simple and humble worker' (+video)
Amidst a tearful crowd, Pope Benedict XVI led his final public mass on Wednesday at St. Peter's Basilica. He thanked those in the audience for their prayers. Breaking with tradition, he will retire this month to a life of prayer in a converted monastery. He will not play a role in the selection of his successor.
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