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July 15, 2005
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Arrest in Bombing Case

An Egyptian biochemist who taught in Leeds and had academic ties to the U.S. is arrested in Egypt in connection with the bombings in London.

Chilling Impact?

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The fallout of the Valerie Plame story may be having a chilling impact on newsrooms.

Potter Reaches the Blind

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Book six of the Harry Potter series is being published in Braille.

Wilder and Wonka

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Gene Wilder, the original Willy Wonka, discusses the new Wonka played by Johnny Depp.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

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Steve Almond reviews “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.”

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