Reinterpreting a literary classic doesn't reduce its characters to "cardboard cutouts," as Doyle's estate has insisted—it informs, critiques, and expands upon the original work and its themes.
Critics have accused the Best Picture contender of being a reckless celebration of excess. It's actually one of the most scathing critiques of Wall Street that Hollywood's ever produced.
As America continues in its frenzy over the now $640-million jackpot up for grabs in tonight's Mega Millions lottery, one thing's clear: You probably don't actually want to win the lottery.
To use just one example, Stacey Donovan's Dive neatly dismantles the argument that fiction for teens can't also be serious, messy, thought-provoking literature.
In Winters, California, a library, a swimming pool, and a school make a big difference in the quality of life.
Two Atlantic staffers evaluate the promise and potential pitfalls telegraphed in the Fox musical drama's premiere.
Megyn Kelly’s interview of Donald Trump made it clear once again: The definition of “bullying” has expanded almost to the point of meaninglessness.
Schools are exploring new ways to teach children the rules of informal interactions.
Trump employed the adjective, in the final presidential debate, to insult his opponent. What he didn’t realize was that the word has long been a rallying cry.
It had a good run.