Archie Comics Cartoonist Tom Moore Dies At 86
A longtime contributor to the Archie franchise has died in his hometown of El Paso, Texas.
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Written In Spanish About Belgium By A Colombian, 'It Feels American'
Nearly 15 years after his story collection was published in Spanish, Juan Gabriel Vásquez's Lovers on All Saints' Day has gotten an English translation. He explains the book's patchwork provenance.
Examining Hollywood's Pay Disparities
Hollywood's female stars have increasingly been speaking out about being paid less than their male costars. Hollywood Reporter's Matthew Belloni discusses the film industry's pay disparities with NPR's Arun Rath.
In 'Lovers,' There's A Lot To Like — And Plenty Of Self-Pity To Go Around
It took nearly 15 years, but Juan Gabriel Vasquez's Lovers on All Saints' Day has gotten an English translation. The collection, awash as it is in woe, is a portrait of the writer finding his footing.
A 3-D Food Lab And Restaurant Wants To Turn Yuck Into Yum
A group of top chefs, food scientists and tech geeks have set up a lab in Belgium to master 3-D food printing. Their goal: to create nutritionally enhanced foods that appeal to the pickiest palates.
Novelist E.L Doctorow, Master Of Historical Fiction, Dies At 84
Novelist E.L. Doctorow, best known for his works of historical fiction set in the early 20th century, has died at the age of 84. His widely admired books include "Ragtime" and "Billy Bathgate."
After 4 Years, Chinese Dissident Artist Ai Weiwei Gets His Passport Back
Authorities had seized Ai's passport in apparent retaliation for his social and political work. Ai's work is often fiercely critical of the Chinese government.
Songwriter Wayne Carson Dies At 72
Wayne Carson was a prolific songwriter who hit the top of the country and pop charts. He was best known for songs that included "Always On My Mind," recorded by both Elvis Presley and Willie Nelson.
Novelist E.L. Doctorow, Author Of 'Billy Bathgate,' 'Ragtime,' Dies At 84
The writer was best known for his works of historical fiction set in the early 20th-century United States. His son told the New York Times that he died Tuesday of complications from lung cancer.