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Robin Gibb, who died Sunday of cancer, used a reedy tenor and his songwriting skills to help the Bee Gees shoot to international superstardom in the 1970s.
Taking a cue from cable channels, broadcast networks are putting dark, edgier dramas on their new fall lineups. But there is no guarantee the mass audiences that tune into broadcast networks—or their advertisers—will be as enthusiastic.
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Online video service Hulu is looking to turn up the heat with its new summer programming that will premiere three original series and seven exclusively licensed TV shows previously unavailable to U.S. audiences.
A decade ago, Brian Baker was one of the best junior tennis players in the world. But then Baker's body abandoned him.
When Detroit Tigers ace Justin Verlander takes the mound, you can pretty much guarantee one thing: He will pitch at least six innings.
Late heroics from Didier Drogba saved Chelsea yet again as the English team pulled off an unlikely upset over Bayern Munich in the Champions League final.
I'll Have Another overtook Bodemeister down the stretch to win the Preakness and keep alive his hopes of winning the Triple Crown.
The PGA Tour has a pace-ofplay policy that works well—for the PGA Tour, if not for the broader good of the game. The policy also punished Kevin Na, whose anguished slow play during the event has been the talk of golf.
Once again goalie Henrik Lundqvist kept New York in a playoff game until the Rangers' offense found itself in the third period.
Political rivalries flared and money flowed—but it was more like a rock festival than what we'll see in London, writes Neil Faulkner.
Not changing diapers or giving the kids a bath—or doing anything that takes away from play time with knives.
A drone may never have a sense of morality—but it's possible one could perform better than a human in sparing the innocent.
Tim Payne's firm Team Pain is the go-to company for cities that crave skate parks built by actual skaters. Mr. Payne has overseen 250 of them
Projects in sustainable design, from Phaidon's new book 'Vitamin Green.'
In this column: No altruism at sea; catch that yawn, Rover; truth-telling texters; and humorless self-deluders.
In his three-volume history, Antony Polonsky surveys the Jewish communities of eastern Europe from 1350 to the present. Timothy Snyder reviews.
Victoria Nelson's "Gothicka" is a spirited examination of pulp Gothic fiction's role in contemporary culture. Elizabeth Lowry reviews.
Meghan Cox Gurdon reviews the latest in children's literature—from a marvelous book on linguistic nuance for the very young to a small boy's day of adventure at the beach.
The city's last floating railroad continues to ply New York Harbor, delivering freight from New Jersey to Brooklyn and back.
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Hitting the woods in search of the diamond of the mycological world.
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Once synonymous with so-so dim sum, these fried treats are a darling of the chef world.
Delightfully tart, verjus is finding its way out of French sauces and into your drink
Jay McInerney pays a visit to the vineyards.
Satisfying and seasonal food in about 30 minutes from Ignacio Mattos, chef of Isa in Williamsburg.
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This week's news you can eat.
Restaurant scribe Alan Richman on what he's learned during his 25 years at GQ.
Consumers in China are increasingly modern in their tastes, but they are not becoming 'Western.' How the selling of coffee, cars and pizza sheds light on a nation racing toward superpower status.
A rare rendezvous with the Tibetan spiritual leader in his gorgeous, gritty, tumultuous yet tranquil land of exile in northern India.
Where to eat, sleep, play and shop in this lovable city, with expert advice from chef Masaharu Morimoto, author Lisa Scottoline, architect Denise Scott Brown and philanthropist Marjorie Rendell.
Party like it's 1912, at three grand hotels that are celebrating big birthdays this year.
Refrigerator. Motorized foot rest. Valcona leather. Dan Neil test drives the over-the top and stately, A8 L W 12 Exclusive.
Want ultimate aural bliss? It's time to invest in custom headphones.
Talking taste, toothpaste and Tati with the dealer and author of a new book on the Lalannes.
How tall? Must they match? Decorator Alexa Hampton puts an end to the confusion.
For years, Yvon Chouinard kept his eco-conscious, employee-friendly practices largely to himself. Now megacorporations like Walmart, Levi Straus and Nike are following his lead.
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Jump in the ocean early this year with accessories fresh from the briny deep.
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For tubby tourists no more, the Hawaiian-style shirt is reimagined by five cool labels.
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Matt Ridlley on the lifesaving role of micronutrients and how a dispute over rice is depriving the poor.
The bravura storytelling of Jean Renoir's "Grand Illusion" (1937) makes it easy to overlook how subtly the film juxtaposes exuberance and violence, friendship and less worthy sentiments.
Paul Pairet has been lauded for his bistro classics at Mr. & Mrs. Bund in Shanghai, but he has been wanting to create a restaurant where he controls the ambiance for each dish.
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From man bags and friendship bracelets to vintage Mercs and Marlboro Lights, the particularities and peculiarities of the Über-Euro male.
Ready to cash in points or miles for a vacation getaway? You'll probably get a seat on Southwest, but good luck with Delta.
With Saab gone, Volvo needs to uphold the tradition of Scandinavian weirdness, and Dan Neil says the kooky, hectic, twitchy, eccentric C30 Polestar hatchback delivers.
In an industrial section of the city, a vast loft is a place to stretch out.











As strongly as I feel that we should reserve gifts for special occasions, my husband truly resents being told not to get his boys a little something when he wants to.
Networking is about building long-term relationships—not simply selling yourself.
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Matt Ridlley on the lifesaving role of micronutrients and how a dispute over rice is depriving the poor.
The improvisational spirit of the Golden Gate bridge, which is about to celebrate its 75th anniversary, has never been timelier, writes Holly Finn.
The Dish Network's opt-out ad feature is missing the point, writes Joe Queenan.
Today's Work Wear feature, documenting style in the office, focuses on architecture firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill in Manhattan.
Online art marketplace Paddle8, launched in May 2011, allows its members to browse and buy art from more than 200 galleries around the world. Here's a look at the company's office style.
Today's slideshow features design e-commerce site Fab.com. The start-up's midtown Manhattan headquarters serves as a colorful backdrop for its stylish employees.
On and Off the Red Carpet at Cannes, Day Three
Jada Pinkett Smith and Jessica Chastain showcased both day and evening looks on day three of the Cannes Film Festival.
More High Fashion at Cannes, Day Two
Stars kept up the high fashion moments on the red carpet at the 65th annual Cannes Film Festival.
How to Wear Neon Jewelry
'Game of Thrones,' Season 2, Episode 8, 'The Prince of Winterfell': TV Recap
So what happened in the newest episode of "Game of Thrones," "The Prince of Winterfell?" Jon Snow is a prisoner of the wildlings, and down in King's Landing Tyrion, Cersei and Joffrey prepare for the approaching fleet of Stannis Baratheon. A recap of all the action.
'Mad Men,' A Conversation (Season 5, Episode 10): TV Recap
Speakeasy's panel of experts and academics weighs in on the latest episode of "Mad Men," titled "Christmas Waltz." Will Draper get his mojo back?
Robin Gibb, Bee Gees Singer, Dies at 62
Robin Gibb, singer and songwriter for the Bee Gees, died today, according to a statement on his website. He was 62.
"Cubesats," the imagery of neuroscience, and more links from the world of idea.
In an epidemic, stopping key flights can be as effective as full airport closures, scholars say.
Surveys conducted via text message produce more-truthful answers than those done by voice, a study finds.
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