As notorious press-hater Russell Crowe stars in the new journalism thriller State of Play, TIME looks back at the silver screen's ten best journalism films
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From Hunter Thompson to George Plimpton, journalists have elevated the literary gimmick "What if I spent a year doing..." to a sometimes-galling, occasionally spectacular art form. TIME picks 10 of history's most memorable literary stunts
Jesus stories have been pious, burly, sometimes musical, occasionally comic. TIME scanned a century of Messiah films and picked 10 to bring inspiration, or impudence, to this Holy Week
From dressing up as witches to burning effigies of politicians, the world holds many more Easter traditions than just dyeing eggs
There will be 2,430 chances this baseball season for aspiring singers to butcher "The Star-Spangled Banner." Here are 10 of history's worst national-anthem performances.
From Carl Lewis to Mariah Carey, there are some people who should never, ever be allowed to throw out the first ceremonial pitch. Then again, everybody enjoys a good laugh
As the globe warms, more than the climate is endangered. Species are vanishing at a scary rate. We're the cause but we're also the solution
Will bankruptcy help save GM or Chrysler? A look at three major bankruptcies Continental Airlines, Kmart and Fruit of the Loom shows that outcomes can vary widely
In a changing world, what's next this spring in design, retail and e-commerce
Be on your toes today. There's a rich history of some pretty awesome April Fools' pranks. Here are 10 of our favorite
Plans for prestigious architecture projects often flourish during boom years; the actual construction, though, can wither after the bubble bursts
At the G-20 summit, world leaders need to stop the global economy going over the edge
Filmmakers will do just about anything to get you to come out to the movie theater. Here are the top 10 movie gimmicks
Looking for a tax credit, a rebate, or some juicy tax deductions? Here are ten ways to make April 15th a rewarding day
Cast your vote for the leaders, artists, entrepreneurs and thinkers who deserve a spot on this year's TIME 100
The new president is quickly learning he has to watch everything he says, no matter where he is. Obama's "Special Olympics" gaffe wasn't his first and definitely won't be his last
I Love You, Man, starring Paul Rudd and Jason Segel, is the latest movie in a long line of flicks that celebrate one of life's most vital relationships: A dude and his best buddy.
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The SXSW music festival kicks off March 18 in Austin and with 1,800 bands performing on more than 80 stages, there are sure to be some memorable moments
The global economy is being remade before our eyes. Here's a guide to the future of the economy, the environment, medicine and more
Nothing drives up the ratings like a good TV feud. Here are 10 of the best
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