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Film fans primed for bat-sequel

"The Dark Knight," this summer's most anticipated movie, arrived in theaters at 12:01 this morning, sparking a serious case of Bat-mania in the Triangle and nationwide.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 8:32 AM | Full story

Author looks at power, family

When best-selling author and Yale University law professor Stephen L. Carter puts a group of influential men in a closed room their devious nature takes over.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 1:40 AM | Full story

Labels don't limit writer

For deprived fans of E. Lynn Harris, it seems longer than two years since the last book. After all, between his 1991 debut of "Invisible Life" and 2006's "I Say a Little Prayer," Harris released 10 books.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 6:39 AM | Full story

Palace International spans globe

Light from the setting sun streams in through the storefront windows of The Palace International, its golden warmth amplifying a rustically exotic mood set by potted palms, floral tablecloths and African art hung on walls the colors of ripe mangoes and tropical foliage.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 1:41 AM | Full story

Abba dabblers do too little

Theater fans who love a good yarn could only be disappointed by the skeletal tale at the heart of the Broadway musical "Mamma Mia!" The characters are sketchy.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 6:41 AM | Full story

Poor little rich killer

I tend to have a biased opinion when it comes to movies about wealthy, dysfunctional families: I couldn't care less about them.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 1:41 AM | Full story

Quick bites

If you're out after midnight and get a case of the munchies, there are plenty of pubs in the area with late-night menus to take the edge off.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 6:39 AM | Full story

Check It Out

Observations, comments, peeves and other things that might fall through the cracks.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 1:42 AM | Full story

White House kids

Presidents' children feel hot spotlight but see history close up.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 1:41 AM | Full story

Churches rethink goals of mission trips

Not long ago, the families of Fairfax (Va.) Presbyterian Church spent thousands of dollars to fly their teens to Mexico for eight days of doing good.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 6:46 AM | Full story

Church to honor pastor

Davie Street Presbyterian Church will honor its pastor who was recently named vice moderator of the Presbyterian Church (USA) General Assembly.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 1:42 AM | Full story

Girlfriend says he's no multi-tasker

Tell Me About It:Dear Carolyn: Recently my girlfriend helped edit my resume, and she suggested I remove a statement that reflected my good multi-tasking skills.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 6:45 AM | Full story

Romantic garden spots

Where are the most romantic gardens in the Triangle? What makes them romantic? Let us know and we'll feature some of your favorite gardens of love in a future story.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 6:45 AM | Full story

Seinfeld cookbook dispute rises again

Thanks to a rise in Amazon rankings, a revamped lawsuit and an "Oprah" rerun, the debate over "vegetable plagiarism" has entered Round 2.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 1:41 AM | Full story

Acts of Faith

Photojournalists document how people live their beliefs.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 6:50 AM | Full story

Dancing with a rising star

Life how you wanna live it.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 6:39 AM | Full story

They come to praise the great 'Gonzo'

A friend of mine once told me that every young writer goes or went through a Hunter S. Thompson phase. I know I did.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 1:41 AM | Full story

Improv and theater for kids

Family Outing:Places to go and things to do with the kids.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 6:39 AM | Full story

Country Picks

His 1999 debut, "Who Needs Pictures," introduced Brad Paisley as a master of songcraft with a soul to match.

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 6:39 AM | Full story

Classical Picks

Choral fans have a lighthearted culinary treat in store tonight at Chapel Hill's University United Methodist Church, when the Chapel Hill Community Chorus' Summer Chorus presents "La Bonne Cuisine."

Updated: Jul. 18, 2008 6:41 AM | Full story

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