Belgium Likes Underground Beer. No, Literally
The historic city of Bruges is getting a 2-mile-long underground beer pipeline. Too bad it's from brewery to factory, not brewery to your door.
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25 Humble Suggestions For 'The Equalizer' Brand Extensions
Sure, you've seen The Equalizer. But what about The Weakqualizer?
The Gefilte Fish Line: A Sweet And Salty History Of Jewish Identity
Gefilte fish can be a hard sell even in its standard savory form. But some European Jews like it sweet, a preference that, surprisingly, overlaps exactly with a geographic and linguistic divide.
Margaret Atwood's 'Stone Mattress' Is Full Of Sharp And Jabbing Truths
In her latest collection, Margaret Atwood takes on death, dreadfulness and the use of fantasy. Though these stories are strange and wild, they all somehow ring true.
'The Equalizer' Pits Mallet Against Man And Man Against Corkscrew
Denzel Washington is a former special ops agent thrust back into action in this film adaptation of the '80s television show that's entertaining enough until it goes off the rails.
Pop Culture Happy Hour: Fall Books And Great Detectives
On this week's show, we dive into some of the fall books we're looking forward to and revel in a chat about detective stories.
Book News: A Prize In Memory Of Peace Picks Its Winners
The Dayton Literary Peace Prize, honoring writers who use literature to further social justice, has recognized Bob Shacochis and Karima Bennoune. Also: Sub Pop has published some grunge-worthy haiku.
Remembering The 'Short And Tragic Life Of Robert Peace'
Robert Peace, a 30-year-old African-American, was a Yale University graduate and an almost straight-A student in molecular biophysics and biochemistry. He also dealt marijuana.
How Not To Handle A New Voice In TV
The firestorm kicked off by a New York Times analysis of TV's most successful black female showrunner mostly highlights how some struggle to handle new voices taking over the cultural conversation.
Rosh Hashana's Sacred Bread Offers Meaning In Many Shapes And Sizes
Making challah for the Jewish New Year lets the baker take a moment to reflect on life's blessings. The bread can be shaped into the traditional round, or a lion or bird to echo Bible verses.