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Legal scholar sees immigrant arrests as a 'struggle for the soul of the country'
As ICE agents arrest international students at campuses across the U.S., professor Daniel Kanstroom discusses the law — and the human cost. He says the round-ups are designed to "send a message."
Four Books That Deliver Unexpected And Delightful Surprises This Summer
by Maureen Corrigan
Travel (near and far), literary souvenirs and the crucial companionship of humankind's best friend are the subjects of the books on Maureen Corrigan's early summer reading list.
Actress Carey Mulligan Stands Out Amid The 'Madding Crowd'
The English actress has been nominated for a Tony Award for her role in the Broadway revival of Skylight. She also stars in the film adaptation of the Thomas Hardy novel Far From the Madding Crowd.
The Gary Peacock Trio Balances Introspection And Drive In 'Now This'
by Kevin Whitehead
Bassist Gary Peacock, pianist Marc Copland and drummer Joey Baron bring an airy, elastic swing to their new album, Now This. Critic Kevin Whitehead says the players pull the melodies together well.
Apple's Watch: A Timepiece Designed To Give You Back Your Time
by Alexis Madrigal
Apple's newest product is a screen on your wrist, with its own operating system and software. Tech correspondent Alexis Madrigal calls the Apple Watch "a powerful extension of what your phone can do."
Are DVD Box Sets A Dying Business? Studios Hope The Answer Is 'Not Yet'
by David Bianculli
As viewers turn to streaming sites to watch old TV shows, studios are issuing new DVD box sets of classic shows to a shrinking market. Critic Dave Bianculli suggests a few sets that are worth buying.
In 'Moone Boy,' Actor Chris O'Dowd Shares Memories Of Growing Up Irish
The Irish actor appeared in the film Bridesmaids and the TV series Girls. The third season of O'Dowd's British comedy series Moone Boy was recently released on Hulu. Originally broadcast May 29, 2014.
Joanna Gruesome's 'Peanut Butter' Rises Above The Band's Gimmicky Name
by Ken Tucker
The Welsh band's name is a play on that of singer-songwriter Joanna Newsom. Ken Tucker likens the group's second album to a high-wire act accompanied by "furiously strummed punk-rock guitar chords."
A Critic Takes On Cannes: Highlights (And Lowlights) Of The 2015 Festival
Critic John Powers returns from the French film festival to talk about this year's new international films. Top among his picks is The Assassin, a martial arts film by director Hou Hsiao-Hsien.