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Bestselling books the week of 3/10/13, according to IndieBound*
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Emmy nominations make history as online-only 'House of Cards' receives major nominations
The Emmy nominations were led by 'American Horror Story: Asylum' and 'Game of Thrones,' which scored 17 and 16 nods, respectively. The Emmy nominations also honored series such as 'Mad Men' and 'Downton Abbey.'
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The Monitor's View Why EU-US trade talks should be about more than trade
As the European Union and the United States start talks for a transatlantic free-trade zone, they must see the opportunity to expand their common humanity as well.
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Chapter & Verse 'Divergent' author Veronica Roth will pen four original short stories
Veronica Roth will release four short stories written from the point of view of 'Divergent' hero Four. The first will be released a month before the last book in the trilogy comes out.
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Culture Cafe 'Downton Abbey' casting news: Paul Giamatti will portray an American relative
'Downton Abbey' is getting another guest star – actor Paul Giamatti will appear on the show as countess Cora's American brother. The show's fourth season is in production now.
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Sopranos tops list of best written TV series
Sopranos, the TV mob drama, beat out Seinfeld for the top spot on the Writers Guild of America's list of best TV shows.
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Chelsea Flower Show includes gnomes this year
A traditional no-no, gnomes will be welcomed -- this year only -- at England's famous Chelsea Flower Show.
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Decoder Wire Why does Prince Harry make Washington swoon? (+video)
Prince Harry, making a visit to the US, interrupted a congressional hearing without attending it. Even Michelle Obama sounded a tad breathless announcing his appearance at a White House Mother’s Day tea.
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'New affluent workers' and 'precariats'? Britain's classes get makeover
The largest-ever survey of social class by the BBC and two universities finds that there are still very rich and very poor – but much more going on in the middle.
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Reader recommendation: Singled Out
Monitor readers share their favorite book picks.
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Culture Cafe 'Downton Abbey' season 4: Creator and cast talk what's ahead
'Downton Abbey' just finished up its third season, but we already know some crucial information about the British drama's next episodes. Here's a round-up of what we've learned so far as well as the thoughts of the cast and crew on what's coming up.
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Bestselling books the week of 3/10/13, according to IndieBound*
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Bestselling books the week of 3/4/13, according to IndieBound*
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Downton Abbey: Who's leaving and who's coming?
Downton Abbey will say goodbye to housemaid Sarah O'Brien. But Downton Abbey will welcome New Zealand-born soprano Te Kanawa. Shirley MacLaine will be back to Downton Abbey too.
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Bestselling books the week of 2/28/13, according to IndieBound*
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The Vote Sean Hannity vs. Rep. Keith Ellison: Who won epic argument?
Fox News host Sean Hannity and his guest, Rep. Keith Ellison, exchange insults in one of the most 'contentious' TV interviews in recent history. Is it another sign of what's wrong with cable news?
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Bestselling books the week of 2/21/13, according to IndieBound*
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Culture Cafe 'Downton Abbey': 10 of the best tweets about the shocking finale
'Downton Abbey' fans took to Twitter to vent their emotions about the surprising wrap-up to the British drama's third season. 'Downton Abbey' airs on PBS in America.
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Change Agent Nonprofit 'Sesame Street' nears 1 billion views on YouTube
Kids urged to unlock a 'top secret video' when 1 billion views is reached. For 'Sesame Street,' the milestone — a first on YouTube for a nonprofit — reflects the multimedia nature of kids entertainment.
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Maggie Smith, star of popular 'Downton Abbey,' has never seen the British drama
'Lady Grantham' character famous for remarks like 'No one wants to kiss a girl in black,' says in real life she's not sure what being a 'star' means.
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Bestselling books the week of 2/10/13, according to IndieBound*
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Bestselling books the week of 2/3/13, according to IndieBound*
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Stir It Up! Loaded nacho chicken
Sometimes simplicity is bliss. Tortilla-coated chicken breasts topped with warm chile con queso, and a your favorite nacho toppings is weeknight dinner waiting to happen.
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Culture Cafe Emily VanCamp cast in 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier'?
Emily VanCamp is rumored to star in 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier.' Some fans assume she will play comic-book heroine Sharon Carter.
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Bestselling books the week of 1/31/13, according to IndieBound*
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Culture Cafe 'Downton Abbey': About that twist... (+video)
'Downton Abbey''s newest episode featured a wallop of a twist, one that left some viewers in tears. What popular character is (presumably) gone for good?
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