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T. S. Eliot: 10 quotes on his birthday
Here are 10 quotes by the 20th-century literary giant T. S. Eliot.
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Julia Child: 10 wonderful quotes on her birthday
Julia Child is a household name when it comes to the art of cooking, but she was also known for her lively wit and bubbly personality. These 10 memorable quotes celebrate the centenary of Child's birth.
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J. K. Rowling: 10 quotes on her birthday
Here are quotes from "Harry Potter" author J. K. Rowling on her birthday.
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Nora Ephron: Her 5 best movies
Here are 5 of the best movies written or directed by the filmmaker, who died June 26, 2012.
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4 noteworthy new novels: What happens when a past love reappears?
These four new novels all feature the specter of a past relationship.
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Terrorism & Security
US embassy evacuated as rebels surge in Central African RepublicThe turmoil in the landlocked African nation has prompted calls for France to intervene militarily in its former colony. 'Those days are gone,' said French President François Hollande.
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Syrian conflict threatens to fracture Iraq
Semi-autonomous Iraqi Kurdistan and the central Iraqi government are on a collision course as the Kurds increasingly side with the Syrian opposition and Baghdad stands by the Assad regime.
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'Les Misérables' features great acting as well as singing
'Les Misérables' stars Hugh Jackman in a piece of ideal casting.
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Geography of joy? Where the world's happiest people live.
Seven of the world's 10 countries with the most upbeat attitudes are in Latin America, says a new Gallop survey. Panama is No. 1 on the list. People in 148 nations were asked: Were they well-rested, had they been treated with respect, smiled or laughed a lot, learned or did something interesting and felt feelings of enjoyment the previous day.
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Ravi Shankar bridged cultures by bringing sitar to the West, but at a cost
Ravi Shankar collaborated with some of the biggest names in rock, jazz, and classical music. But in India critics said he was commercializing spiritual sitar music that was not properly understood.
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Sitar virtuoso Ravi Shankar bridged India and the West
Labeled 'the godfather of world music' by Beatle George Harrison, Ravi Shankar helped millions of Westerners — classical, jazz, and rock lovers — discover the centuries-old traditions of Indian music.
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Nurse left suicide note, Aussie radio sets up $525,000 fund (+video)
Nurse left suicide note: Jacintha Saldanha, a hospital nurse, left a suicide note, report British media. Will the note clear the Australian DJs of responsibility for her death or reinforce public opinion?
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Is Berlusconi really set to lead Italy again?
Mario Monti's resignation as prime minister of Italy has opened the door to Silvio Berlusconi's return to the office – and he has promised that he will run again in February's elections.
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On Europe's foreign agenda: how to handle Israel
The future of Israeli-European relations will be on the agenda when European Union foreign ministers meet today to broach the subject of Israel.
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Stir It Up!
Cookbook review: Cowgirl Chef by Ellise PierceA homesick Texan finds home in Paris by recreating Tex-Mex favorites with Parisian ingredients.
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Europe's big powers unify to push against Israel settlement plans (+video)
Observers are struck by the degree to which the UK, France, and others in Europe have acted together to criticize Israel's plans to expand settlements.
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Terrorism & Security
Has Israel's settlement expansion crossed a 'red line'? (+video)Both Britain and France have summoned Israel's ambassadors to protest plans to expand construction in East Jerusalem, while some say more serious action like economic reprisals are possible.
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Could China overtake US as global trader?
A special report by the Associated Press examines China's influence with its trading partners over three decades, and how business, politics, and daily life are changing with China's rise as a global player.
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Dominique Strauss-Kahn and NY maid accuser to settle
But it might not mean the end of legal troubles for Strauss-Kahn. He is awaiting a ruling on whether he is linked to 'pimping' in connection with a French prostitution ring.
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Continental Concord crash conviction overturned by French court (+video)
The crash hastened the end for the already-faltering supersonic Concorde, synonymous with high-tech luxury but a commercial failure.
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Is China coming to a city near you?
Hong Kong is being transformed by the influx of mainland tourists, some say Chinese tourism magnets such as Paris, Seoul, and Taipei should prepare to deal with something similar.
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Backchannels
How lonely must it be to be Mahmoud Abbas?Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is losing support at home as Hamas' star rises. While he's trying to regain relevance with a UN bid this week, the US and Israel are working against him.
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The Black Count
New Yorker writer Tom Reiss gives us the rattling good tale of the real Count of Monte Cristo.
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Thanksgiving travel fun? Take the dog ... or cat or bird
Thanksgiving travel with pets doesn't have to be a recipe for disaster. It's easier these days to take your furry friend – just be sure that they're invited.
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Walkable City
This timely, important book should be required reading for city planners – and anyone simply hoping for a more walkable downtown.
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Terrorism & Security
France: Is it time to arm Syria's rebels?Two days after recognizing new Syrian opposition group, France said it would float giving rebels defensive weapons. But even with the French push, such arms shipments look far from imminent.
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Global News Blog
Who is new Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby?As a former oil executive turned Anglican bishop, the new archbishop followed an atypical path to leadership of the Church of England.
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Support for gay marriage in France declines as government pushes bill
French President Hollande promised to legalize marriage and adoption for same-sex couples when he became president. But now that he's following through, the issue is becoming divisive.
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Reverse brain drain: How three siblings recreated a century-old Polish resort
The Mankowski siblings were born and educated in France. But they returned to Szczawnica, Poland, and have restored their great-grandfather's resort to its former glory.
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Istanbul residents rally around their beloved stray dogs
As part of Istanbul's modernization push, the government wants to kick its dogs off the streets and into parks. Some city residents are howling.
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