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How to Get Free Kindle Books With Your Library Card (2024)
All you need is an internet connection, a library card, and a good ebook reader to dive into your next page-turner.Wired - Tech -
11 Best Smart Notebooks and Smart Pens (2024): Tablets, Digital Pens, and Reusable Books
These nifty tools combine the ease of jotting notes by hand with the power of saving them digitally.Wired - Tech -
College Students Hit the (Sports) Books
Gambling is here to stay. What does that mean for young people?The Wall Street Journal - World -
The week's bestselling books, May 5
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, May 5, 2024, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Paul Auster’s Best Books: A Guide
The novelist played with reality and chance in tales of solitary narrators and mutable identities. Here’s an overview of his work.The New York Times - Top stories -
Book excerpt: "The Spoiled Heart" by Sunjeev Sahota
The acclaimed British author returns with a timely, tragic novel in which an Anglo-Indian is caught up in a quagmire of identity politics.CBS News - Entertainment -
Emily Oster tackles pregnancy complications in new book
Author Emily Oster, known for her influential book "Expecting Better," introduces her fourth book, "The Unexpected: Navigating Pregnancy During and After Complications."CBS News - Top stories -
Judi Dench talks Shakespearean journey, new book
In her seven-decade career, Dame Judi Dench has played nearly every female character in William Shakespeare's plays, from Juliet to Cleopatra. Dench and her late husband even used to refer to Shakespeare as "the man who pays the rent." That's also ...CBS News - Top stories -
Judi Dench talks Shakespearean journey, new book
In her seven-decade career, Dame Judi Dench has played nearly every female character in William Shakespeare's plays, from Juliet to Cleopatra. Dench and her late husband even used to refer to Shakespeare as "the man who pays the rent." That's also ...CBS News - Entertainment -
Book excerpt: "I Cheerfully Refuse" by Leif Enger
The award-winning author of "Peace Like a River" returns with a strange, alluring novel set in a world burning up and going mad.CBS News - Entertainment -
Book excerpt: "Table for Two" by Amor Towles
The novelist behind the international bestseller "A Gentleman in Moscow" returns with an irresistible collection of short stories and a novella flavored with wit, intrigue, and a dash of bitter fate.CBS News - Entertainment -
Book excerpt: Judi Dench's love letter to Shakespeare
In "Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent," the acclaimed actress shares conversations with friend and actor Brendan O'Hea about the unique relationship she has with the Bard of Stratford-upon-Avon.CBS News - Entertainment -
A Very Famous Model Stars in a Very Pixelated Book of Wigs
With the model Kaia Gerber, the hairstylist Guido Palau created a “low-fi” project about the transformative power of hair.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
4/28: The Book Report by Washington Post critic Ron Charles
The "Sunday Morning" book reviewer offers his picks from this month's new fiction and non-fiction titles, including a new book by Amor Towles, author of "A Gentleman in Moscow," and Judi Dench's love letter to Shakespeare.CBS News - Entertainment - United Kingdom -
Norwegian Cruise’s stock falls after revenue missed, despite record bookings
Norwegian Cruise’s stock slumped Wednesday, after the cruise operator beat first-quarter profit expectations and raised its full-year outlook amid continued record demand, but missed revenue expectations for the first time in seven quarters.MarketWatch - Business -
His Book Was Repeatedly Banned. Fighting For It Shaped His Life.
“The Chocolate War,” published 50 years ago, became one of the country’s most challenged books. Its author, Robert Cormier, spent years fighting attempts to ban it — like many authors today.The New York Times - Top stories -
The Book Report: Washington Post critic Ron Charles (April 28)
This month's fiction and non-fiction titles include the follow-up from Amor Towles, author of the international sensation, "A Gentleman in Moscow."CBS News - Entertainment - United Kingdom -
Judi Dench revisits her Shakespearean legacy in new book
Judi Dench has tackled nearly every female role in William Shakespeare's plays, from Juliet to Cleopatra.CBS News - Top stories -
How to Age Fingernails, and Other Tips From a Movie Makeup Book
Emily Schubert has done makeup and prosthetics on movies like “The Sweet East” and “Good Time.” She shares her tricks in a new book with A24.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Judi Dench revisits her Shakespearean legacy in new book
Judi Dench has tackled nearly every female role in William Shakespeare's plays, from Juliet to Cleopatra.CBS News - Entertainment -
Brittney Griner Talks Candidly About Her New Book, Russia and Recovery
In an interview, the basketball star reveals her humiliation — and friendships — in Russian prison, and her path to recovery.The New York Times - Top stories - Russia -
Poisoned books, hidden monsters and a bit of maths – take the Thursday quiz
Questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes, every Thursday. How will you fare?. This week on social media, Tom Forth mused on those incredible moments when you are attending a pub quiz, and the person asking the questions ...The Guardian - World -
Book Review: Novelist Amy Tan shares love of the natural world in 'The Backyard Bird Chronicles'
Best-selling novelist Amy Tan of “The Joy Luck Club” fame combines entries from her nature journal with astonishing illustrations thanks to lessons in bird illustration in “The Backyard Bird Chronicles,” to share a birdwatching obsession that ...ABC News - Entertainment -
Phones, Islamic books and currency exchange. Some businesses are making money out of Taliban rule
The Taliban takeover three years ago has sent Afghanistan's economy into a tailspinABC News - World -
‘Getting a book idea feels like a buzz in the head’: Paul Auster – a life in quotes
The author of The New York Trilogy, Leviathan and 4 3 2 1 has died at the age of 77. Here are some of the most memorable quotes from interviews he gave throughout his life. • Paul Auster, American author of The New York Trilogy, dies aged 77. I’ve ...The Guardian - World -
Lulu Cheng and Lacey Benard talk bilingual learning with Bitty Bao books and toys
In our "Changing the Game" series, we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by spotlighting Lulu Cheng and Lacey Benard. After identifying a gap in Chinese learning resources for children, they founded Bitty Bao in 2020. ...CBS News - Top stories -
Marvel Rivals Devs Explain The Challenges Of Creating Third-Person Comic-Book Action
Marvel Rivals is inspired by Overwatch, but one area where the game stands out is in its decision to utilize a third-person perspective as opposed to the first-person viewpoint of Blizzard's hero shooter. Why third-person? According to NetEase ...GameSpot - Tech -
Rankings for 2024 season
ESPN fantasy analysts reveal their rankings for the upcoming season for both PPR and non-PPR leagues.ESPN - Sports -
The best carry-on luggage in 2024
Avoiding checking your luggage with these great carry-on bags and suitcases.CBS News - Top stories -
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Biden Administration Plans to Recommend Easing Marijuana Restrictions
The move kicks off a lengthy rule-making process and could amount to a major change in federal policy.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Walmart Is Shutting Health Centers After Plan to Expand
The 51 locations, next to Supercenters, proved too costly to be profitable, the retailer said.The New York Times - Business -
China Has a Controversial Plan for Brain-Computer Interfaces
China's brain-computer interface technology is catching up to the US. But it envisions a very different use case: cognitive enhancement.Wired - Tech - China -
Biden administration plans to reclassify and ease restrictions on marijuana
The Biden administration is taking steps to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I, the most strict classification that includes heroin and LSD, to Schedule III, a less restrictive category that includes steroids and drugs like Tylenol.NBC News - Politics - Joe Biden -
Meta Says It Plans to Spend Billions More on A.I.
Along with the higher spending, the owner of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp projected lighter-than-expected revenue, causing its stock to plummet.The New York Times - Tech -
LeBron James holds the key to the Lakers' offseason plans
Everything that needs to happen in Los Angeles this summer starts and ends with LeBron's player option. There are some avenues to convince him to stay.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NBA -
Biden administration plans to loosen marijuana rules
New classification of drug comes as president tries to shore up vote among younger AmericansFinancial Times - World - Joe Biden -
Biden administration plans to loosen marijuana rules
New classification of drug comes as president tries to shore up vote among younger AmericansFinancial Times - Business - Joe Biden -
Biden Administration Plans to Recommend Easing Marijuana Restrictions
The move kicks off a lengthy rule-making process and could amount to a major change in federal policy.The New York Times - Health - Joe Biden -
Biden plans to reclassify marijuana, ease restrictions nationwide
The Biden administration is set to make a major election-year move by moving toward reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug and easing restrictions nationwide. NBC’s Tom Costello reports for TODAY. // Editor's Note: A graphic in this ...NBC News - Politics - Joe Biden