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'Caped Crusade' Peeks Under Batman's Iconic Cowl

6:39pm March 23, 2016

by Jason Heller

Glen Weldon's new book lays out the history of Batman — from pow-biff-zap camp icon to dour Dark Knight — with the witty, informed perspective of a diehard fan. To the Batcave, readers!

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The Many Masks Of Batman In 'Caped Crusade'

5:54pm March 23, 2016

Glen Weldon's book The Caped Crusade traces the evolution of Batman, and argues that his anger and obsession are only part of the character; his childhood anti-crime oath makes him a hopeful figure.

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Ceci N'Est Pas Ice Cream (Actually It's Lard And Food Coloring)

3:59pm March 23, 2016

by Maanvi Singh

A photo series exposes the cheats food stylists use to make dishes look so scrumptious in glossy magazines and cookbooks. Roast meats are glazed with motor oil, and milk is replaced with glue.

British newspaper the Independent announced it will move to a digital-only format later this month.

Whither Bridget Jones? Britain's 'Independent' Newspaper Goes Digital

2:56pm March 23, 2016

by NPR Staff

Helen Fielding's memorable comic creation started as a series of columns in the Independent some 20 years ago; as the paper goes digital-only, Fielding says the next Bridget could come from a blog.

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What Is Not Yours Is Not Yours, by Helen Oyeyemi

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Mysterious Keys Unlock Surreal Landscapes In 'What Is Yours Is Not Yours'

1:22pm March 23, 2016

by Maureen Corrigan

Book critic Maureen Corrigan says each of the "nouveau Gothic" stories in Helen Oyeyemi's new collection leaves a deep impression — like a scar that stubbornly refuses to fade.

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Rare Tape Of Wilt Chamberlain's 100-Point Game To Be Archived

5:44am March 23, 2016

by Neda Ulaby

The Library of Congress names 25 recordings to be added to its National Recording Registry annually. This rare recording — there is no film of the game — is one of this year's selections.

Boba 7, the speakeasy at the back of downtown Los Angeles restaurant Soi 7, serves boba cocktails made with beer or the Korean alcohol soju, in addition to an inventive nonalcoholic menu.

Bubble Tea Is Back — With A Vengeance

7:05pm March 22, 2016

by Tove Danovich

Boba is the Taiwanese beverage that allows you to chew your drink. In its latest incarnations (think horchata and cocktail bobas), it's playing ambassador to a whole host of other foods and trends.

Fred Kaplan was a reporter for The Boston Globe for about 20 years. He is also the author of The Insurgents: David Petraeus and the Plot to Change the American Way of War.

From Reagan's Cyber Plan To Apple Vs. FBI: 'Everything Is Up For Grabs'

3:47pm March 22, 2016

Fred Kaplan, author of Dark Territory, traces the history of cyber defense into the current heated debate between the FBI and Apple over the encryption of the iPhone.

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Rick Bayless is a master of Mexican cuisine. He's also a white guy from Oklahoma. Over the years, that has made him the target of criticism. Who gets to be the ambassador of a cuisine?

When Chefs Become Famous Cooking Other Cultures' Food

12:49pm March 22, 2016

Rick Bayless is a master of Mexican fare. He's also a white guy from Oklahoma. Over the years, that's made him the target of criticism. Who gets to be the ambassador of a cuisine?

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True Love And Time Travel In 'Patience'

10:31am March 22, 2016

by Etelka Lehoczky

Comic artist Dan Clowes takes a new direction in his latest graphic novel — which starts with a rare moment of happiness for its main characters. Does it last? Spoiler alert: No.