Sunday Roundup: Osama Bin Laden, Food crisis, Africa

Osama Bin Laden is dead. Al-Qaeda founder and leader died last Sunday in his Pakistan hideout at the hands of Navy SEALs. The mastermind behind the worst-ever terrorist attack on U.S. soil is no more. Although Bin Laden’s death summoned joy for good reasons, it was only for a short time. Eric Schmitt explains: Bin Laden’s Death Doesn’t Mean the ... More

Lost, Battlestar Galactica, Nip/Tuck, House M.D… Addicted!

More than a year ago, in April 2007 (time flies!), I wrote a post about Dexter and The Shield—specifically, how morally ambiguous characters can make for great television. Whether it’s action-drama, sci-fi, comedy-drama (dramedy), medical drama, sitcoms, or police procedurals, TV series explore an incredible range of topics and styles. I’m always ... More