Tom Hooper On The Magic Of 'Les Miserables'

Over the past quarter-century, millions of people have poured into theaters to see the stage-musical adaptation of Victor Hugo's Les Miserables. Now it's opening in movie theaters; director Tom Hooper tells NPR's Melissa Block that it was a total labor of love.

Source: http://www.npr.org/2012/12/21/166985874/tom-hooper-on-the-magic-of-les-miserables?ft=1&f=1045

Dumpster Diving Eating out Educational Courses Electronics Embroidery

How Boehner's 'Critical Moment' Could Turn Out OK For Him

The House speaker is trying to emerge from a blow from his own party. But if John Boehner can pull off a bipartisan agreement to avert the fiscal cliff, he could come out of this better off.

Source: http://www.npr.org/blogs/itsallpolitics/2012/12/22/167880148/how-boehners-critical-moment-could-turn-out-ok-for-him?ft=1&f=1003

Cake Decorating Calligraphy Camping Candle Making Canoeing

Kerry's Cabinet Nod Sets Off Massachusetts Senate Fight

If John Kerry leaves the Senate to become secretary of state another Kennedy could fill his Senate seat ? at least on an interim basis. And ousted Republican Scott Brown could have fighting chance of returning to the Capitol.

Source: http://www.npr.org/blogs/itsallpolitics/2012/12/21/167818008/kerrys-cabinet-nod-sets-off-massachusetts-senate-fight?ft=1&f=1003

Collecting Music Albums Compose Music Computer activities Cooking Cosplay

Could Life Exist on Newfound Alien Planet?

In a paper to be published in Astronomy & Astrophysics, researchers identified five possible planets around the star Tau Ceti. One of these alien worlds is within the star's habitable zone. Study co-author Steven Vogt discusses whether life could exist on the planet.

Source: http://www.npr.org/2012/12/21/167798228/could-life-exist-on-newfound-alien-planet?ft=1&f=1007

Jigsaw Puzzles Juggling Keep A Journal Kayaking Kitchen Chemistry

Put The Gadgets Down: Finding Time To Leave Technology Behind

Your email box is always full. You're never fully present with your family. And even when you know you should be taking a break, you feel the vibrating phone in your pocket. Ironically, the instinct is to use technology to deal with these problems. But the solution can be as simple as you let it be.

Source: http://www.npr.org/blogs/alltechconsidered/2012/12/21/167800985/putting-your-gadgets-down-finding-time-to-leave-technology-behind?ft=1&f=100

Dancing Darts Diecast Collectibles Digital Photography Dolls

Egyptians Vote In 2nd Phase Of Disputed Constitution Referendum

Egyptians voted on Saturday in the second and final phase of a referendum on an Islamist-backed constitution that has polarized the nation, with little indication that the result of the vote will end the political crisis in which the country is mired.

Source: http://www.npr.org/2012/12/22/167863676/egyptians-vote-in-2nd-phase-of-disputed-constitution-referendum?ft=1&f=1004

Brewing Beer Bridge Building Bringing Food To The Disabled Building A House For Habitat For Humanity Building Dollhouses

A Gluten-Free Holiday Table

Dealing with varied dietary restrictions may seem daunting and can add yet another complication to this glorious yet hectic season. Don't fret. Keep it simple, fresh and real with these gluten-free and vegetarian ? and even some vegan ? options.

Source: http://www.npr.org/2012/12/18/167544018/a-gluten-free-holiday-table?ft=1&f=1057

Collecting Artwork Collecting Music Albums Compose Music Computer activities Cooking