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Columbus Day Special: Colonialists And Conquerors (PHOTOS, POLL)

Huffington Post | Adam Taylor | Posted 10.12.2009 | World

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Columbus Day may be celebrated as a patriotic holiday in the United States, but the man himself remains somewhat controversial. Some view Christopher ...

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Interview: Robert Greene on 50 Cent

Jason Richards | Posted 11.17.2009 | Entertainment

Read More: Lil' Napoleon, Napoleon, The 50th Law, Rap, The 33 Strategies of War, Books, The 48 Laws of Power, Music, 50 Cent, Entertainment News
Jason Richards

In The 50th Law, the new book Robert Greene co-wrote with 50 Cent, Greene regards the rapper as the music world's modern-day Bonaparte.

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6 'Facts' About Historic Figures (Their Enemies Made Up)

Cracked.com | Posted 08.31.2009 | Comedy

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The truth is like Silly Putty: you can stretch it, mold it and use it to destroy someone's life. Just ask anyone who's ever run a nasty smear campaig...

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Curse Words from an Old Manse

Sophie Pollitt-Cohen | Posted 08.29.2009 | Politics

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Sophie Pollitt-Cohen

I strongly disagree with anyone caring about this "stupidly" business. Politics is serious, and sometimes people get fired up. Diplomatic speaking is for diplomats.

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Who Owns Art? Who Owns Democracy?

Karen Essex | Posted 07.20.2009 | World

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Karen Essex

If the Parthenon marbles are returned to Greece from Britain, it should not be done on the basis of returning "colonial booty." These sculptures are a unique and special case.

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Can the U.S. Win the War in Afghanistan? What Napoleon Can Teach Obama About Guerrilla Warfare

Sheldon Filger | Posted 07.11.2009 | World

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Sheldon Filger

Will President Obama's approach on Afghanistan prove more efficacious than that of George W. Bush? The lessons of history raise doubts that deserve serious reflection.

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Obama: The Roger Federer of Politics

Scott Malcomson | Posted 07.10.2009 | World

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Scott Malcomson

Each man raises the level of play with a cool focus and economy of gesture that make most other players look crude.

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New From Lil' Kim Jong Il!

John Marshall | Posted 05.07.2009 | Comedy

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John Marshall

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Beethoven and Lord Byron Need Carrie Bradshaw to Live On

Samara O'Shea | Posted 12.19.2008 | Style

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Samara O'Shea

On November 25th St. Martins Press will release a book that has already been published--from my quick count--at least five times. The sixth has the Carrie Bradshaw seal of approval.

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Culture Zohn: Elizabeth Peyton Lets People In

Patricia Zohn | Posted 11.13.2008 | Entertainment

Read More: Elizabeth Peyton, Art, Portraits, The New Museum, Michael Jackson, Art Basel, Frida Kahlo, Marie Antoinette, Lisa Yuskavage, Gavin Brown, Picasso, David Hockney, Napoleon, John Currin, Georgia O'Keeffe, King Ludwig, Saana, Delacroix, Entertainment News
Patricia Zohn

2008-10-14-PULL.jpg Juxtaposed with the highly colored rock stars and fashionistas, the portraits are notable for the virtuosity and the way they make their subjects look utterly contemporary.

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Rumors Of The Next Cold War

Judah Freed | Posted 09.18.2008 | Home

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Judah Freed

No matter how subtly the conquest happens, Russian control of Georgia would amount to an historic shift in the balance of power -- especially as long as the world economy is fueled by oil.

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Is Bernanke Our Napoleon?

Seeking Alpha | Gene Inger | Posted 04.01.2008 | Business

Read More: Main Street, Federal Reserve, Ben Bernanke, Napoleon, Wall Street, Housing Crisis, Business News

Napoleon is alleged to have said, "Never get in the way of any enemy, who is destroying himself'." In the 'great deleveraging battle' of this post-tur...

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