History is systematically collected information about the past. When used as the name of a field of study, history refers to the study and interpretation of the record of humans, families, and societies. Knowledge of history is often said to encompass both knowledge of past events and historical thinking skills.

Traditionally, the study of history has been considered a part of the humanities. However, in modern academia, history is increasingly classified as a social science, especially when chronology is the focus.

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Bollywood's Bachchan in hospital
Sun, 12 Oct 2008 11:40:32 -0000
Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan is in a stable condition in a Mumbai hospital after being admitted with abominal pains.
Oasis dig their way to number one
Sun, 12 Oct 2008 18:10:21 -0000
Oasis shoot straight to the top of the UK album chart with their seventh studio collection, Dig Out Your Soul.
Rapper Williams joins Madonna gig
Sun, 12 Oct 2008 11:55:49 -0000
Rap star Pharrell Williams makes a surprise appearance with Madonna in a New York date on her world tour.

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'My Own Worst Enemy'
Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700
Christian Slater is great fun in a dual role as a secret agent who happens to share a body with a suburban dad. It may feel like Christian Slater has been missing in action for a while, but that's not precisely true. If he hasn't made the splash his early roles in "Pump Up the Volume" and "Heathers" seemed to promise, he's worked pretty steadily, showing up in high-profile films such as "Bobby" and "The Good Shepherd" and doing TV work on "The West Wing" and "Alias."
'Quarantine'
Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700
The recovered-video-style horror film has pretty good performances and some thrills, but in the end you'll want out. The recovered-video genre of horror ("The Blair Witch Project," "Cloverfield") may still have legs, but if “Quarantine” is any indication, they're wobbling.
All is forgiven; McCain returning to Letterman
Sun, 12 Oct 2008 13:08:25 -0700
Despite the "squirelly" comments and top ten roasts, the late night host books the senator.

ABC News: Entertainment

Hef's the Centerfold in 'Mr. Playboy' Bio
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 17:22:30 -0400
Expose of Playboy honcho Hugh Hefner gives glimpse into harebrained early days.
Running for President or Chief Celebrity?
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 17:38:39 -0400
The contrast between Obama and McCain on comedy vs. news can be jarring.
Economy, TV and the American Family
Sat, 11 Oct 2008 14:33:36 -0400
In tough economic times, what does what you watch say about you?

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`Chihuahua' fetches $17.5M to win another weekend
By DAVID GERMAIN Mon, 13 Oct 2008 04:35:20 -0000
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- An adorable talking dog remained just the sort of escapist movie hero audiences wanted after a week of awful economic news....
T.I. has dual No. 1s but claims underdog status
By MESFIN FEKADU Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:34:12 -0000
NEW YORK (AP) -- Although T.I. owns both the No. 1 album and single in the country, the platinum-selling rapper says he still feels like the underdog....
Scott plays unscrupulous journalist in 'Atheist'
By MICHAEL KUCHWARA Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:12:15 -0000
NEW YORK (AP) -- As journalists go, Augustine Early is an unrepentant reprobate, a bottom-feeder who ferociously chases celebrity, particularly if it means the advancement of his own career....

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A Return For Debra Winger
Sun, 12 Oct 2008 13:00:05 -0400
Debra Winger shared critical acclaim with actress Shirley MacLaine the film "Terms of Endearment" a quarter-century ago. Now, after a long absence from the screen, she is back in the spotlight. Tracy Smith offers this Sunday Profile.
Review: "Rachel Getting Married"
Sun, 12 Oct 2008 09:43:40 -0400
Hollywood is extending a wedding invitation in the form of a brand new movie. By all means RSVP, says our critic David Edelstein:
Lisa Marie Presley Gives Birth To Twins
Sat, 11 Oct 2008 20:30:03 -0400
Lisa Marie Presley is a mom again.

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William Petersen post-'CSI'
Sun, 12 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0500
William Petersen is one of TV's biggest fish. He's leaving "CSI" for the city—and the theater scene—that spawned him William Petersen is one of TV's biggest fish. He's leaving "CSI" for the city—and the theater scene—that spawned him
'Rachel Getting Married' gets 3 1/2 stars
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0500
Rating: 31/2 stars (good-excellent) Michael Phillips: "A triumph of ambience, 'Rachel Getting Married' is the first narrative feature since the 1980s from director Jonathan Demme that feels like a party—bittersweet, but a party nonetheless."
Jolie says Pitt changed her mind about pregnancy in 'W' interview
Sat, 11 Oct 2008 00:34:00 -0500
NEW YORK (AP) _ Angelina Jolie, an advocate of adoption, credits partner Brad Pitt with her decision to have biological children.

CNN.com - Entertainment

'Beverly Hills Chihuahua' No. 1 again
Sun, 12 Oct 2008 15:11:55 -0400
Read full story for latest details.
McCain to appear on Letterman after all
Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:29:50 -0400
Looks like they may be ready to bury the hatchet back at the Home Office.
The surprise film hit of the fall
Sun, 12 Oct 2008 14:51:19 -0400
Read full story for latest details.

E! Online - Top Stories

Showdown Set for McCain and Letterman
Mon, 13 Oct 2008 03:45:32 -0000
Sen. John McCain launched his presidential campaign on the Late Show with David Letterman. Will he end it there as well? After canceling an appearance last month and causing...
The Jonas Brothers Cowboy Up
Mon, 13 Oct 2008 02:43:00 -0000
The Jonas Brothers just scored. The singing siblings are set to provide the live halftime entertainment for the Dallas Cowboys matchup against the Seattle Seahawks on Thanksgiving Day,...
Which Sci-Fi Series Should Return Next?
Mon, 13 Oct 2008 02:30:00 -0000
Now that it's been announced that V is coming back to join other recently revived sci-fi franchises such as Battlestar Galactica, Dr. Who and the upcoming J.J. Abrams' Star Trek reboot,...

Newsweek Entertainment

Kenny Chesney's Heartbreaking Album
Sat, 11 Oct 2008 17:08:11 -0000
Country singers need heartbreak like pastrami needs mustard, but Kenny Chesney's new album, "Lucky Old Sun," is extra spicy: he wrote it after his marriage to Renée Zellweger was annulled in 2005. Chesney spoke to Ramin Setoodeh.
Oliver Stone: A Bush Fan?
Sat, 11 Oct 2008 16:37:17 -0000
In 'W.,' Oliver Stone approaches his subject as a historian, not just a filmmaker. The widely reviled Bush comes off better than you'd think.
Not Much Dubya in Oliver Stone's 'W.'
Sat, 11 Oct 2008 16:37:17 -0000
Little in this movie to love and almost no reason to care

Christian Science Monitor | Arts & Entertainment

Review: 'Frontrunners'
Sat, 11 Oct 2008 01:00:00 -0500
Documentary follows the insanely competitive race for student council president at Stuyvesant High School in New York City.
Review: 'The Express'
Sat, 11 Oct 2008 01:00:00 -0500
The story of Ernie Davis, the first black athlete to win college football's highest trophy, is milked for inspirational uplift – and clichés.
Review: 'Happy-Go-Lucky'
Sat, 11 Oct 2008 01:00:00 -0500
Mike Leigh's spirited new movie about a sweet-tempered schoolteacher is both humane and real.

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