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10 Frequently-Challenged Books Everyone Should Read

It should go without saying that, as a publication, we're pretty big fans of that whole freedom-of-speech thing. So, we couldn't help but notice the list of the 100 most frequently challenged books from 1990-2000, as reported by the American Library Association. These are all books that people have tried to keep out of libraries or other public venues because they are somehow deemed "inappropriate" or "dangerous." The whole thing is a little Fahrenheit 451 if you ask us. (Although, oddly, the great book about the dangers of censorship doesn't appear on the list of books people most commonly try...  read more

Tappa Kegga Bru - The 5 Best College Comedies Ever

Some of the funniest films ever made pay tribute to that special time of transition in life between youth and adulthood. Yes, I'm talking about college—those carefree days of waking up hungover in a pile of your own vomit, only to realize you've missed your philosophy mid-term. Just thinking about it, I'm instantly transported back to my College of Charleston dorm room, with its painted-blue concrete walls and window that didn't open. I'm hitting snooze because I don't want to get up for my 2 p.m. thursday class. "Might as well skip it," I think to myself as I roll...  read more

So It Goes: Kurt Vonnegut Dead At 84

As originally reported by BBC News Online, author Kurt Vonnegut died Wednesday at the age of 84. After suffering brain injuries following a fall in his Manhattan home several weeks ago, he never fully recovered, eventually dying from complications related to said fall. The literary legend was best known for his post-WWII cynicism as conveyed through such cult classics as Slaughterhouse-Five and Cat's Cradle. Vonnegut is survived by his wife, photographer Jill Krementz, and seven children. Related links: Kurt Vonnegut's homepage BBC News story on Vonnegut's death Reuters' take on Vonnegut's death...  read more