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In Pictures: The Dalai Lama's career

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Dalai Lama wins Templeton Prize as more than 'simple Buddhist monk'

The Dalai Lama has won the Templeton Prize for exceptional contributions to affirming life’s spiritual dimension by spreading his message of compassion worldwide.
Richard Gere guitar collection fetches $1M in NYC

Richard Gere says he's parting with the instruments to support global humanitarian causes. Christie's says the "Pretty Woman" star studied trumpet and is a self-taught pianist and guitarist.
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Justin Bieber, Kim Kardashian sign 'Hollywood Pledge'

Hollywood stars like Justin Bieber and Kim Kardashian are hoping to cash in on their fame and 'social capital' and draw attention to charities by making the 'Hollywood Pledge.'
In Pictures: The Dalai Lama's career
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Murderesses Row: guns, gams, and glamour in 1920s Chicago

Douglas Perry, author of "The Girls of Murder City," talks about the true cases that inspired the musical "Chicago."
'Burma VJ,' harrowing tale of Burma protests, is Oscar contender

Documentary film 'Burma VJ' is about Democratic Voice of Burma and how it relayed images from the 2007 protests to the world. Aye Chan, the news organization's chief, speaks about his motives, the risks, and the Oscar-nominated movie.
Brooklyn’s Finest: movie review

Cop movie ‘Brooklyn’s Finest’ is a morality tale that puts a bleak cast on the profession.
Review: 'Amelia'

Biopic of Earhart's rise to fame is such a smooth ride the film lacks spark and edge.
Fans of the USA, and other notes from the 'phile' files

The Monitor's language columnist looks into terms like Anglophile.