The strength of any memorable movie lies in its chief antagonist. Yes, we all like to cheer for Luke Skywalker, Batman, or Professor Van Helsing. But what kind of movies might these heroes find ...

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It has been tempting to view the C.I.A. as omniscient. Yet Coll’s chastening new book about the events leading up to the Iraq War, in 2003, shows just how often the agency was flying blind.

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A saga of raw courage and flying skill extraordinary Kodagu, formerly Coorg, is known for its coffee and men in military services. Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa and General K.S. Thimayya made history ...