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Highlights From ‘Go Set A Watchman’

Harper Lee’s buzzed-about new release, Go Set A Watchman, went on sale last week, taking the world by storm with its new investigations of Scout Finch as a grown woman and its divisive portrayal of her father, Atticus Finch, as a racist figure. Here are some highlights from the new book:

Leonardo DiCaprio Agrees To Donate It-Factor To Science

LOS ANGELES—Saying the gift would immeasurably improve their understanding of the ineffable quality that makes certain big-screen stars positively radiate, researchers at the University of California Los Angeles announced Tuesday that A-list actor Leonardo DiCaprio has agreed to donate his it-factor to science.

How Theaters Are Trying To Win Back Moviegoers

The number of Americans who went to the movies hit a 20-year low in 2014, leaving theaters scrambling to find ways to incentivize the public to see new releases on the big screen rather than watch films at home or on the internet. Here are some methods theaters are using to win back audiences and increase box office sales:

Comic-Con Survival Guide

San Diego Comic-Con is expected to draw more than 130,000 fans to Southern California this year to participate in cosplaying, attend panels, go to film screenings, and learn more about their favorite series. Here are some tips for surviving the four-day conference

Your Horoscopes — Week Of July 7, 2014

ARIES: Your belief that nothing can stop you will be tested this week by depression, procrastination, concrete barriers, dysentery, armed gunmen, and the unanimous passage of several laws targeted specifically at stopping you.

Disney Unveils First Virgin Princess

LOS ANGELES—In an effort to better reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of their audience, Disney officials this week introduced Lily of Hazelberry, the company’s first virgin princess.

Your Horoscopes — Week Of June 23, 2015

ARIES: The universe, in all its wisdom, has a plan for everyone. Strangely, you’re supposed to be the nun who holds up a distributor cap and winks while the Nazis try to start their car.

Your Horoscopes — Week Of June 9, 2015

ARIES: Your death next week will seem in­explicable until people remember the ill-advised 1985 “cross your heart and hope to die” pledge you made to be best friends with Jenny Bosben.

New Music Festival Just Large Empty Field To Do Drugs In

Declaring the event a rousing success so far, organizers confirmed more than 45,000 people turned out Wednesday for the first annual Cavalcade Folk and Roots Festival, a four-day gathering that consists solely of a big empty field to do drugs in.

Director Seeking Relatively Unknown Actress For Next Affair

LOS ANGELES—Saying that he’s going for a certain look and will know it when he sees it, feature film director Peter Hastings, 52, confirmed to reporters Wednesday that he hopes to find a relatively unknown actress for his next extramarital affair.

Your Horoscopes — Week Of May 26, 2015

ARIES: You’re not sure if your new mousetrap is better, but due to its horrifying use of liquefying blades, the world will beat a path to your door out of sheer morbid curiosity.

Famous Television Finales

The award-winning AMC series Mad Men ended its seven-season run on Sunday night and drew critical acclaim for its final episode, a conclusion that many felt was poignant and satisfying. Here are some other memorable TV finales across the years

Plan For Future Still Involves Drumming For Lifehouse

SOUTH BEND, IN—Fifteen years after first envisioning the path he hoped his professional life would take, local man Brent Gibbs is still planning his future around being the drummer for Los Angeles-based alternative rock band Lifehouse, sources confi...

Fox Revives ‘X-Files’: What To Expect

After months of speculation, Fox has announced that it is bringing back its hit ’90s TV show The X-Files, about a team of FBI special agents investigating unsolved cases about strange and paranormal phenomena, for at least six new episodes...

Your Horoscopes — Week Of March 24, 2015

ARIES: Your belief that everything happens for a reason may remain unshaken in the face of personal tragedy, but you'll certainly be upset when you find out the reason is "to get the Zodiac some chicks." 

Your Horoscopes — Week Of March 10, 2015

ARIES: As long as people don't look too long and the lights aren't too bright, no one will be able to see where they tried to fix your face from what will happen to it this coming Thursday. 

Nation Delighted As Many Famous People In Same Room Together

HOLLYWOOD—Expressing their immense personal satisfaction at the gathering appearing on their television screens, millions of Americans across the country were reportedly delighted Sunday night upon seeing many famous people in the same room together...

Half Of Hollywood Test Group Screened Placebo Film

LOS ANGELES—Saying the methodology helps them ensure unbiased results in their marketing research, studio executives at Paramount Pictures confirmed that during a Hollywood test screening this week they showed half of all theatergoers a placebo film...

Your Horoscopes — Week Of January 6, 2015

ARIES: One of the worst moments of a person's life is when they finally realize that they're mortal and are going to die, especially when it's a person like you who only sees the cement truck at the last second.

A Timeline Of Upcoming Superhero Movies

Following the massive successes of the Spider-Man, Batman, Avengers, and X-Men franchises, studios Marvel and DC Entertainment have announced as many as 40 upcoming superhero movies to be released over the next six years ...

Sesame Street’s 45th Anniversary: A Look Back

Sesame Street, the long-running PBS children’s television show starring a cast of Jim Henson muppets who teach children basic learning concepts and introduce them to difficult issues, turns 45 this week.
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Leonardo DiCaprio Agrees To Donate It-Factor To Science
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Harper Lee Announces Third Novel, ‘My Excellent Caretaker Deserves My Entire Fortune’
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of July 14, 2015
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Comic-Con Survival Guide
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of June 23, 2015
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Comic Book Fans Adamant That Human Torch Be Played By Actor Whose Body Actually Engulfed In Flames
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of June 16, 2015
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of June 9, 2015
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‘Game Of Thrones’ Fans Shocked After Some Little Goblin Or Something Killed Off In Last Night’s Episode
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New Music Festival Just Large Empty Field To Do Drugs In
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of June 2, 2015
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Disgruntled Bandmates Worried Rivers Cuomo’s Wife Becoming The Fifth Weezer
Director Seeking Relatively Unknown Actress For Next Affair
Director Seeking Relatively Unknown Actress For Next Affair
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of May 26, 2015
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Six Flags Adds Sleeper Cars To Its Roller Coasters For Passengers Who Prefer More Restful Ride
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of May 12, 2015
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of May 5, 2015
‘Avengers’ Sequel Picks Up Where First Film’s Profits Left Off
‘Avengers’ Sequel Picks Up Where First Film’s Profits Left Off
The Onion Reviews 'Avengers: Age Of Ultron'
The Onion Reviews 'Avengers: Age Of Ultron'
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of April 21, 2015
Plan For Future Still Involves Drumming For Lifehouse
Plan For Future Still Involves Drumming For Lifehouse
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of April 14, 2015
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of April 7, 2015
Chris Hemsworth Deputizes Hunk To Assume ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ Duties In His Absence
Chris Hemsworth Deputizes Hunk To Assume ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ Duties In His Absence
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of March 31, 2015
Fox Revives ‘X-Files’: What To Expect
Fox Revives ‘X-Files’: What To Expect
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of March 17, 2015
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The Onion Looks Back At 'The Sound Of Music'
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of March 10, 2015
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Catching Up On 2 Seasons Of ‘House Of Cards’ Depressingly Manageable
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Report: Only 40% Of Celebrities End Up Marrying Their Stalkers
Report: Only 40% Of Celebrities End Up Marrying Their Stalkers
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of February 24, 2015
Person Who Clearly Hasn’t Seen ‘The Fifth Element’ Arguing There No Good Roles For Women
Person Who Clearly Hasn’t Seen ‘The Fifth Element’ Arguing There No Good Roles For Women
Busy Woman Keeps Best-Dressed Oscar Slideshow Tab Open To Be Savored As Sumptuous Feast At Her Leisure
Busy Woman Keeps Best-Dressed Oscar Slideshow Tab Open To Be Savored As Sumptuous Feast At Her Leisure
No One Sure If Academy Awards After-Party Going To Have Food
No One Sure If Academy Awards After-Party Going To Have Food
Nation Delighted As Many Famous People In Same Room Together
Nation Delighted As Many Famous People In Same Room Together
Dolby Theatre Hunchback Stares Longingly At Beautiful Guests From Rafters
Dolby Theatre Hunchback Stares Longingly At Beautiful Guests From Rafters
Hollywood's Biggest Stars Endure Long Lines At Oscars Security Screening
Hollywood's Biggest Stars Endure Long Lines At Oscars Security Screening
Half Of Hollywood Test Group Screened Placebo Film
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The Onion Film Standard's Oscars Special
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of February 17, 2015
Your Horoscopes — Week Of February 17, 2015
Disney Rebooting ‘Indiana Jones’: What To Look Forward To
Disney Rebooting ‘Indiana Jones’: What To Look Forward To
The Onion Reviews 'Fifty Shades Of Grey'
The Onion Reviews 'Fifty Shades Of Grey'
‘Invisible Airwaves Crackle With Life,’ Reports Geddy Lee From Man’s Detached Earbud
‘Invisible Airwaves Crackle With Life,’ Reports Geddy Lee From Man’s Detached Earbud
Literary Study Finds All Modern Narratives Derived From Classic ‘Alien Vs. Predator’ Conflict
Literary Study Finds All Modern Narratives Derived From Classic ‘Alien Vs. Predator’ Conflict
Your Horoscopes — Week Of February 10, 2015
Your Horoscopes — Week Of February 10, 2015
Local Los Angeles Awards Show Slated To Open For Grammys
Local Los Angeles Awards Show Slated To Open For Grammys
Teen Crafting Marketable Persona In Garage Hoping To One Day Win Grammy
Teen Crafting Marketable Persona In Garage Hoping To One Day Win Grammy
Phil Spector Joins Jennifer Hudson To Present 'Best New Artist' Grammy
Phil Spector Joins Jennifer Hudson To Present 'Best New Artist' Grammy
Your Horoscopes — Week Of February 3, 2015
Your Horoscopes — Week Of February 3, 2015
Man Carefully Settles On Backup Channel For When Airing Of ‘Gladiator’ Goes To Commercial
Man Carefully Settles On Backup Channel For When Airing Of ‘Gladiator’ Goes To Commercial
Consumption Of Buncha Crunch Reverently Paused During Unsettling Scenes Of ‘American Sniper’
Consumption Of Buncha Crunch Reverently Paused During Unsettling Scenes Of ‘American Sniper’
Your Horoscopes - Week Of January 27, 2015
Your Horoscopes - Week Of January 27, 2015
Area Man Totally Blows His Chance To See ‘Exodus: Gods And Kings’ In Theaters
Area Man Totally Blows His Chance To See ‘Exodus: Gods And Kings’ In Theaters
Your Horoscopes — Week Of January 20, 2015
Your Horoscopes — Week Of January 20, 2015
Man Reserving Judgment On Best Actress Nominees Until Looking At All 5 Pictures
Man Reserving Judgment On Best Actress Nominees Until Looking At All 5 Pictures
Inspired Film Executive Has Great Idea For Budget Of Film
Inspired Film Executive Has Great Idea For Budget Of Film
Your Horoscopes — Week Of January 13, 2015
Your Horoscopes — Week Of January 13, 2015
FCC Sniper Takes Out Matthew McConaughey To Prevent Live Broadcast Of Profanity
FCC Sniper Takes Out Matthew McConaughey To Prevent Live Broadcast Of Profanity
Report: Girlfriend Probably Reading Some Book Called ‘The Midwife’s Promise’
Report: Girlfriend Probably Reading Some Book Called ‘The Midwife’s Promise’
Your Horoscopes — Week Of January 6, 2015
Your Horoscopes — Week Of January 6, 2015
The Onion Looks Back At 'Home Alone'
The Onion Looks Back At 'Home Alone'
The Onion Reviews 'The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies'
The Onion Reviews 'The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies'
Top Guitar Tabs We Learned In 2014
Top Guitar Tabs We Learned In 2014
Top 10 TV Moments Of 2014
Top 10 TV Moments Of 2014
The Onion’s Holiday TV Guide: Movies And Shows To Watch This Season
The Onion’s Holiday TV Guide: Movies And Shows To Watch This Season
Report: 80% Of Queen’s ‘Greatest Hits’ CDs Lodged In Center Console Of First Car
Report: 80% Of Queen’s ‘Greatest Hits’ CDs Lodged In Center Console Of First Car
Your Horoscopes — Week Of December 9, 2014
Your Horoscopes — Week Of December 9, 2014
James Bond Fans Concerned After Learning New Film’s Shooting Locations All In New Hampshire
James Bond Fans Concerned After Learning New Film’s Shooting Locations All In New Hampshire
CIA Admits Role In 1985 Coup To Oust David Lee Roth
CIA Admits Role In 1985 Coup To Oust David Lee Roth
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of December 2, 2014
Millions Of Holiday Travelers Return From Parents’ Homes All Caught Up On ‘The Mentalist’
Millions Of Holiday Travelers Return From Parents’ Homes All Caught Up On ‘The Mentalist’
Your Horoscopes — Week Of November 25, 2014
Your Horoscopes — Week Of November 25, 2014
Report: Majority Of Americans Know Which YouTube Clip They’ll Post Following Dustin Hoffman’s Death
Report: Majority Of Americans Know Which YouTube Clip They’ll Post Following Dustin Hoffman’s Death
Bill Cosby Offers To Sit Down With Us And Explain The Allegations Against Him Over A Glass Of Wine
Bill Cosby Offers To Sit Down With Us And Explain The Allegations Against Him Over A Glass Of Wine
A Timeline Of Upcoming Superhero Movies
A Timeline Of Upcoming Superhero Movies
Area Theater Has Strict Rule Against Bringing In Outside Movies
Area Theater Has Strict Rule Against Bringing In Outside Movies
Your Horoscopes — Week Of November 18, 2014
Your Horoscopes — Week Of November 18, 2014
New History Channel Program Explores What Would Have Happened If History Channel Never Existed
New History Channel Program Explores What Would Have Happened If History Channel Never Existed
Mitsubishi From ‘The Fast And The Furious’ Lands First Directorial Role
Mitsubishi From ‘The Fast And The Furious’ Lands First Directorial Role
Band Dreams Of One Day Becoming Popular Enough To Alienate Early Fans
Band Dreams Of One Day Becoming Popular Enough To Alienate Early Fans
Sesame Street’s 45th Anniversary: A Look Back
Sesame Street’s 45th Anniversary: A Look Back
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Your Horoscopes — Week Of November 11, 2014
Navy Forms Elite New SEAL Team To Write Best-Selling Tell-All Books
Navy Forms Elite New SEAL Team To Write Best-Selling Tell-All Books
The Onion Reviews 'Interstellar'
The Onion Reviews 'Interstellar'
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