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Creepers, Golliwog, Spalding

Studio 360 - January 18, 2038 - 11:14pm
Kurt Andersen talks to novelist Anne Rice about the mystery and allure of monsters across movies, art, and literature.
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NPR Arts & Culture - May 27, 2014 - 12:00am

The summer-movie slate looks like a typically airheaded one, from Land of the Lost to the naughty new spoof Bruno. But fear not: We found a few dramas — even some foreign weepies — to help tide you over.

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Not My Job: Three Headless Chicken Questions For Alice Cooper

NPR Arts & Culture - 0 sec ago

We've invited the heavy metal rocker to answer three questions about Mike, a chicken in the 1940s who lost his head and still went on to achieve fame and fortune.

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French President Signs Same-Sex Marriage Into Law

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Parliament had passed the legislation in April, but the main opposition party challenged its constitutionality. A ruling by the Constitutional Council Friday paved the way for President Francois Hollande's official blessing.

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Toronto Mayor Blames Newspaper For Cocaine Video

NPR News - May 17, 2013 - 8:54pm

The Toronto Star says its reporters have seen a video that purportedly shows Mayor Rob Ford smoking crack cocaine.

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Why The IRS Scandal Is Built To Last

NPR News - May 17, 2013 - 7:31pm

Of all the current Washington scandals, the one involving the IRS appears to have the most staying power. It rolls into one package an agency many love to hate, partisan suspicions and the American appetite for conspiracies.

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Why the IRS Scandal Is Built To Last

NPR News - May 17, 2013 - 7:31pm

Of all the current Washington scandals, the one involving the IRS appears to have the most staying power. It rolls into one package an agency many love to hate, partisan suspicions and the American appetite for conspiracies.

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Why The IRS Scandal Is Built To Last

NPR Politics - May 17, 2013 - 7:31pm

Of all the current Washington scandals, the one involving the IRS appears to have the most staying power. It rolls into one package an agency many love to hate, partisan suspicions and the American appetite for conspiracies.

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Why The IRS Scandal Is Built To Last

NPR Politics - May 17, 2013 - 7:31pm

Of all the current Washington scandals, the one involving the IRS appears to have the most staying power. It rolls into one package an agency many love to hate, partisan suspicions and the American appetite for conspiracies.

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Injuries Reported In 'Major' Train Derailment In Connecticut

NPR News - May 17, 2013 - 7:25pm

Authorities say one train derailed, colliding with a second train near Fairfield.

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Dozens Injured In Connecticut Train Derailment

NPR News - May 17, 2013 - 7:25pm

Authorities say one train derailed, colliding with a second train near Fairfield.

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Need A Tattoo Translated? Forget The British Foreign Office

NPR News - May 17, 2013 - 6:16pm

British consular officials say they've gotten odd requests over the past year, ranging from help in getting Olympic tickets to checking the credentials of an online date.

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'Venus And Serena': An Extraordinary Story, Told On Film

All Things Considered - May 17, 2013 - 5:29pm

The amazing tale of two sisters from a poor neighborhood — who play tennis unlike anyone before them and each reach No. 1 in the world — is one we're not likely to see again.

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'Venus And Serena': An Extraordinary Story, Told On Film

NPR Arts & Culture - May 17, 2013 - 5:29pm

The amazing tale of two sisters from a poor neighborhood — who play tennis unlike anyone before them and each reach No. 1 in the world — is one we're not likely to see again.

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Experts Agree: 'Psychiatry's Bible' Is No Bible

NPR News - May 17, 2013 - 5:07pm

The new version of the DSM, the manual of psychiatric diagnoses, is already sparking criticism. But psychiatrists say it helps make sure they're all on the same page.

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Boston Bombings Prompt Fresh Look At Unsolved Murders

All Things Considered - May 17, 2013 - 5:02pm

Authorities are revisiting a triple murder in the Boston suburb of Waltham. One of the victims may have been a friend of bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev. Tsarnaev would sometimes spar at the same mixed martial arts gym where the victim worked as an instructor.

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Boston Bombings Prompt Fresh Look At Unsolved Murders

NPR News - May 17, 2013 - 5:02pm

Authorities are revisiting a triple murder in the Boston suburb of Waltham. One of the victims may have been a friend of bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev. Tsarnaev would sometimes spar at the same mixed martial arts gym where the victim worked as an instructor.

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America's Cup Death Raises Concerns Over High-Tech Race Boats

NPR News - May 17, 2013 - 5:01pm

The apparent drowning death of British sailor Andrew Simpson has some questioning the safety of cutting-edge catamarans that are difficult for crews to control.

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Michigan LGBT Youth Center Does Outreach With A Dance 'Hook'

All Things Considered - May 17, 2013 - 5:00pm

The Ruth Ellis Center in Highland Park, Mich., is making an effort to meet its clients where they are — on the dance floor, specifically with the dance form known as "vogue." From there, the center can connect them with counseling, health services, tutoring and clean clothes.

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Michigan LGBT Youth Center Does Outreach With A Dance 'Hook'

NPR Arts & Culture - May 17, 2013 - 5:00pm

The Ruth Ellis Center in Highland Park, Mich., is making an effort to meet its clients where they are — on the dance floor, specifically with the dance form known as "vogue." From there, the center can connect them with counseling, health services, tutoring and clean clothes.

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