Stan Lee on the superhero genre’s appeal

Michael Cavna

The Marvel Comics legend — sitting poised against the leopard-print pillows on the couch in his POW! Entertainment office, several days before “Thor’s” premiere — discusses the enduring appeal of superhero movies.

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A matter of ‘Faith’

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In political unrest, a cultural blow

In political unrest, a cultural blow

Philip Kennicott

One cherished part of Bahrain’s image has taken a hard hit — its reputation for promoting arts.

Dirty Beaches at Black Cat

Dirty Beaches at Black Cat

Aaron Leitko

Alex Zhang Hungtai performed a 30-minute set, hitting highlights from his recent album “Badlands.”

The other side of the footlights

The other side of the footlights

Jane Horwitz

Award-winning actor J. Fred Shiffman plans to give up stagework to join the Capital Talent Agency.

Eye on entertainment

Eye on entertainment

Tom Hanks, Christopher Cross, Justin Bieber, Tom Petty and other celebrities.

Setting a new tone

Setting a new tone

Stephen Brookes

Missy Mazzoli is one of the fastest-rising young composers in America, and she is determined to drag contemporary classical music into the real world.

The e-book gold rush

The e-book gold rush

Neely Tucker

In the digital frontier, some authors are leveraging the explosive sales of e-readers and sidestepping traditional publishing houses to go from niches to riches.

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Schwarzenegger, Shriver announce separation

The pair announced Monday that they are separating.

‘American Idol,’

Two new judges, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler, join Randy Jackson.

‘Dancing With the Stars’: Season 12

The 12th season of the celebrity dance competition series.

Royal wedding preparation

William and Kate will be married Friday.

2011 White House correspondents’ dinner: Red carpet

Celebrities arrive for the annual dinner.

Heroes on big screen

Superhero blockbusters have become a cinema staple in the last decade.

The many faces of Will Ferrell

A look back at the career of the actor and comedian.

Paul McCartney and his girlfriend, Nancy Shevell, are engaged

Nearly four years after they were first spotted together.

Dave Grohl through the years

Rocker and Washington area native has a new album.

‘The Office’ without Steve Carell

Steve Carell leaves "The Office," after being the boss for six seasons.

2011 White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner

President takes jabs at Republicans.

White House Correspondents’ weekend parties

Celebrities gathered before the 2011 White House Correspondent’ dinner.

Royal Wedding Contest results

Becky Schupp is the winner of The Post’s contest to design a royal wedding dress for Kate Middleton.

Elizabeth Taylor in Washington

The screen legend spent five years in the area in the late 1970s.

Grammy nominees with D.C.-area ties

A look at Grammy nominees and winners who have a connection to the Washington region.

'Tiger Mother' Amy Chua

After the publication of Chua's memoir, "Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother," interest has been high in her parenting philosophy.

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Schwarzenegger, Shriver separating

Video: Schwarzenegger, Shriver separating

Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and his wife of 25 years, Maria Shriver, announced Monday that they are separating. (May 10)
Schwarzenegger, Shriver separating

Schwarzenegger, Shriver separating

Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and his wife of 25 years, Maria Shriver, announced Monday that they are separating. (May 10)
Buckingham Palace flash mob

Buckingham Palace flash mob

Tourists outside Buckingham Palace were treated to a mass dance routine on Monday in honor of the recent royal wedding. (May 10)
Ann Curry to replace Meredith Vieira on NBC's 'Today'

Ann Curry to replace Meredith Vieira on NBC's 'Today'

Meredith Vieira announced that she will be stepping down from her co-anchor post on NBC's "Today" in June. Newsreader Ann Curry has been named her successor. (May 9)