Cher's real name is the most boring surprise in the world: 3 best things
Cher always thought her real name was Cherilyn. Then he found out it was Cheryl. The end. The story could…
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Richard Price returns with a story of urban disaster and hope
Book review Lazarus Man By Richard PriceFarrar, Straus and Giroux: 352 pages, $29If you buy books linked to on our…
Maggie Smith took the stage with her in her best film roles
It's hard to think of another actor who can do more with syllables than Maggie Smith. For her, language was…
Column: Too corrupt for reality TV? There is always Congress as plan B
Like his spirit animal, Donald Trump, Rep. Clay Higgins first sought out reality TV before taking his shtick to Washington.…
10 promising books to add to your reading list in September
Critic Bethanne Patrick recommends 10 promising titles (both fiction and nonfiction) to consider for your September reading list. September’s novels…
In a treeless dystopia run by robots, glimmers of humanity and hope.
Book Review Hum By Helen PhillipsMarysue Rucci: 272 pages, $27.99If you purchase books linked on our site, The Times may…
10 promising books to add to your reading list in August
Critic Bethanne Patrick recommends 10 promising titles (fiction and nonfiction) to consider for your August reading list. This month’s new…
Why the 4.9 magnitude earthquake in Los Angeles was terrifying for some and nothing for others
The 4.9 magnitude earthquake that struck Southern California on Monday raised some classic questions: Why did it seem to last…
10 promising books to add to your reading list in July
Critic Bethanne Patrick recommends 10 promising titles (both fiction and nonfiction) to consider for your July reading list. This month’s…
'Umbrella Academy' showrunner denies workplace harassment allegations
Former employees have accused “The Umbrella Academy” showrunner Steve Blackman of fostering a toxic work environment, demanding retaliation, taking credit…