Breaking Bard: Shakespeare's Best Villains
In honor of his 450th birthday this month, we present, in order of increasing nastiness, William Shakespeare's best villains, the top 20 bad boys (and girls).
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One Year After the Disaster, the Final Pet Lost During the Joplin Tornado is Claimed
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Family Reunited With Daughter Now Finds Son 10 Years After Tsunami
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Retailers Keep Deals Flowing on 13% Holiday-Sales Jump
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Cat Missing for 5 Years Found in NYC 1600 Miles From Home
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Once an Urban Landfill, Now a Rowing Paradise
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