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In the Season 7 episode "Eastwatch," Varys (Conleth Hill) surveys the war map at Dragonstone, worried that a phalanx is about to get cut off.

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'Game Of Thrones' Season 7, Episode 5: 'We're All On The Same Side'

10:55am August 14, 2017

by Glen Weldon

In "Eastwatch," a long-missing character returns, some very scruffy avengers assemble and Sam finally uncovers a vitally important piece of information, which he completely ignores.

The Glass Castle shows the different stages of Jeannette Walls' life, from early childhood to adulthood. (Pictured: Eden Grace Redfield, Woody Harrelson, Charlie Shotwell, Sadie Sink and Naomi Watts)

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Woody Harrelson On 'Glass Castle' Dad Whose Rages And Redemptions Loomed Large

8:43am August 13, 2017

by Lulu Garcia-Navarro

The film tells the story of writer Jeannette Walls' tortured upbringing. Harrelson plays Walls' father, Rex, an alcoholic who is determined to defy convention.

Ghost of The Innocent Man: A True Story of Trial and Redemption By Benjamin Rachlin

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'Ghost Of The Innocent Man' Chronicles Justice Too Long Delayed

7:00am August 13, 2017

by Martha Toll

Benjamin Rachlin's crisply-written new book tells the story of Willie Grimes, who spent 24 years in prison for a crime he didn't commit — and the tortuous legal struggle that eventually freed him.

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Art Camp Thrives On 8 Open Lots On Hamtramck-Detroit Border

9:02am August 12, 2017

by Zak Rosen

In Hamtramck, Mich., a working class city almost surrounded by Detroit, camp is not affordable for many kids. An artist has started a camp inspired by adventure playgrounds and neighborhood artists.

Ancient Iraqi Art On Display In Italy At Venice Biennale

7:55am August 12, 2017

by Christopher Livesay

The Iraqi Pavilion at the Venice Bienniale places ancient artwork saved from extremist destruction alongside work by contemporary artists as a way to make sense of the country's complicated history.

Liliane Bettencourt and François-Marie Banier attend a cosmetics industry event in 1992.

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'The Bettencourt Affair': Extravagant Friendship Or Cruel Swindle?

7:44am August 12, 2017

by Scott Simon

Cosmetics heiress Liliane Bettencourt lavished money and gifts on her friend, photographer François-Marie Banier. Then, her daughter sparked a decade of scandal by accusing Banier of abusing her.

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L'Oreal's Dark Roots Are On Display In 'The Bettencourt Affair'

7:00am August 12, 2017

by Nina Martyris

A former Paris bureau chief for Time, Tom Sancton is the perfect chronicler of l'affaire Bettencourt — the juicy swirl of scandal, bribery and dark doings that fascinated France for a decade.

Nicole O'Hara was diagnosed with breast cancer at 29 years old. She decided to have her mastectomy scars covered up with a tattoo.

The New York museum opened a permanent exhibition on the work of the late Jim Henson, including a Big Bird puppet, David Bowie's costume from Labyrinth and Muppets, all gifts of Henson's estate.