Topic: Martial Arts

'The Raven': 5 other movies that turned well-known figures into action heroes

As Edgar Allan Poe hunts a murderer in 'The Raven,' here are 5 other movies that took well-known historical and literary figures and made them action stars

Is Ron Paul a martial arts master? Jay Leno clip shows his moves. (+video)

No, Ron Paul isn't a martial arts master. The Jay Leno clip is a spoof on the fact that Paul won't accept Secret Service protection. But if he did, his code name would be 'Bulldog.'

Shaquille O’Neal: 10 quotes on his birthday

To mark basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal's March 6 birthday, here are 10 favorite quotes.

Haywire: movie review

An assassin on the run seeks payback in 'Haywire,' an action thriller will little else going on but brutal encounters.

Black Friday 2011: You can get deep discounts ... on that?

Black Friday 2011 offers huge savings on popular holiday gift items, like televisions, gaming systems, laptops, clothing, and so on. But some retailers are using the traditional kickoff to the holiday shopping season to offer deals on stuff that's on (practically) no one's gift list. Here are our Top 6 wackiest product deals for Black Friday 2011. Have you got a better one? Let us know on Twitter or Facebook: 

Rumors of vice rattle China's Shaolin monastery and the home of kung fu

Shi Yongxin, abbot of China's Shaolin monastery, where kung fu and Zen Buddhism were born, has been attacked by Internet rumors alleging improper behavior. The abbot has long been a controversial figure in China.

Warrior: movie review

'Warrior' pits two brothers against each other in the ring as a family struggles for reconciliation.

Helen Mirren in 'The Debt': movie review

Helen Mirren, in 'The Debt,' plays a Mossad agent who helps kidnap a Nazi war criminal and discovers the dangers of deception.

Top 8 Putin moments: From Harley-riding bad boy to Formula One driver

Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin is known for his displays of athletic prowess and daring feats, as well as the occasional croon before an audience. His visit this week to a Russian youth camp did not disappoint. Here are some of his most notable romps throughout Russia.

Monitor picks: Southern recipes, local news online, and movie music

A new Southern cookbook, a website that unites local newspapers, and the thrilling soundtrack to J. J. Abrams' 'Super 8', and more recommendations.

Women's World Cup final: A proud Japan braces for big match vs. USA

Fans across Japan hope that the women's national team will lift the country's morale with a victory of the US team in the Women's World Cup final today.

South Korea loses monopoly on Taekwondo talent

South Korea failed to win the men's World Taekwondo Championships for the first time in history. It blames its fall from the top on new ways to record scoring.

Kung Fu Panda 2: Hollywood works harder to win Chinese audiences

Kung Fu Panda 2, which opened May 27 in China, includes references that will be familiar to Chinese audiences – part of a broader Hollywood effort to flourish in the booming market.

Kung Fu Panda 2: How real life informs a fantasy

Brazil's 'City of God' embraces Obama

Symbolizing his desire to connect with everyday Brazilians and support this nation's efforts to tackle crime and drug trafficking, President Obama spent an afternoon in Brazil's notorious City of God shantytown.

Billionaire as Russia's president? The 5 richest men in Russia.

A record number of billionaires now call Russia home – 114 of them, according to an annual list of the 500 richest Russians published Monday by the Moscow-based Finans magazine.

Chuck Norris to become honorary Texas Ranger

Chuck Norris: Texas Gov. Rick Perry is scheduled to present the actor and executive director of 'Walker, Texas Ranger' with a designation as an honorary member of the famed law enforcement group Thursday.