George Plimpton Reissues Books That Took Us Inside The Game
Seven of the the late George Plimpton's sports books are being re-released. NPR's Scott Simon talks with sportscaster Bob Costas about the collection.
Arts
Beans And Rice For Passover? A Divisive Question Gets The Rabbis' OK
For 800 years, Jews of European and Middle Eastern and Spanish ancestry have been split on the question of whether legumes, corn and rice are kosher for Passover. Rabbis have finally weighed in.
'Maestra' Is Pure Pulp Madness
L.S. Hilton's new book, the first in a trilogy, follows the aptly-named Judith Rashleigh on a wild ride of sex parties, private yachts, and behavior just as shallow and selfish as any male character.
In Shakespeare's Day, Hunger Tore Through England. His Plays Tell The Tale
Many food riots broke out during Shakespeare's era. Endless rain wiped out crops, and speculators profited (including the bard). The chaos and anxiety around food show up in some of his famous works.
Artist J.M.W. Turner To Be Featured On U.K. £20, Ousting Economist Adam Smith
Following a national nomination process for a visual artist to honor, the U.K. has announced the new face of the £20 bill. He's known for landscapes, seascapes and innovative depiction of light.
We Know Nothing, (About) Jon Snow As 'Game Of Thrones' Returns
HBO's hit kicks off its sixth season this weekend, but the show has now outpaced the original books, and the channel isn't making advance episodes available. So, is Jon Snow alive? We have no idea!
Everybody Has A Prince Story (Or Should). Here Are Ours
These stories are good for sharing any day, but they must be shared today, in honor of The Purple One's passing.
'The Meddler' Pokes Fun Without Mocking The Mom
The Meddler is a new comedy starring Susan Sarandon about mom who's just a bit much — just in time for Mother's Day.
How Can Tourism Promote Peace In The Middle East?
Social entrepreneur and educator Aziz Abu Sarah describes how he came to lead tours in which Jews, Muslims and Christians cross contested borders to spend time in each others cultures.
'Huntsman' And 'Tale Of Tales' Put A Modern Spin On Classic Fairy Tales
Critic David Edelstein reviews The Huntsman: Winter's War, a sequel to the 2012 movie, Snow White and the Huntsman, and Tale of Tales, an adaptation of a group of 17th century Italian folk stories.