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In 'The Wedding Banquet,' a queer landmark is reborn for today

Andrew Ahn’s “The Wedding Banquet” is the most personal of remakes

In 'The Wedding Banquet,' a queer landmark is reborn for today
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

Tribeca Festival sets lineup with Miley Cyrus, Billy Joel and Eddie Vedder

The 2025 Tribeca Festival will feature a medley of music stars, including Billy Joel, Miley Cyrus and Eddie Vedder, in its 24th edition

Tribeca Festival sets lineup with Miley Cyrus, Billy Joel and Eddie Vedder
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Trump's tariffs could be tough to crack for a German nutcracker maker focused on the US

U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs threaten to become a tough nut to crack in an unlikely place — a small company whose factory nestled deep in the hills of eastern Germany produces painstakingly hand-crafted nutcrackers that are snapped up by American collectors

Trump's tariffs could be tough to crack for a German nutcracker maker focused on the US
Arts|Crime|US

Damaged memorial dedicated to former slave has residents upset

Damaged memorial dedicated to former slave has residents upset

Damaged memorial dedicated to former slave has residents upset
Africa|Arts|Lifestyle|US|World

An Ethiopian church in Washington preserves an ancient language and Orthodox tradition

In the U.S. capital, hundreds of Ethiopians dressed in white tunics gather at the DSK Mariam Church to chant and pray in an ancient liturgical language of one of the oldest branches of Christianity

An Ethiopian church in Washington preserves an ancient language and Orthodox tradition
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan on reteaming for ‘Sinners’

Ryan Coogler was the one who convinced Michael B

Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan on reteaming for ‘Sinners’
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty

Billie Eilish says she ‘absolutely hated’ her name growing up

Billie Eilish says she ‘absolutely hated’ her name growing up

Billie Eilish says she ‘absolutely hated’ her name growing up
Africa|Arts|Entertainment|Political|World

Artist Kehinde Wiley puts power in a new frame with paintings of African leaders

American artist Kehinde Wiley has unveiled an exhibition in Morocco of portraits of African leaders as part of a yearslong series exploring politics and image-making

Artist Kehinde Wiley puts power in a new frame with paintings of African leaders
Arts|Education|Lifestyle|US

See how a Michigan town moved 9,100 books one by one to their new home

Residents of a small Michigan community stood side by side to help a local bookstore move 9,100 books — one by one — from its former site to a new location about a block away

See how a Michigan town moved 9,100 books one by one to their new home
Arts|Education|Health|Science|Technology

THERAPLAYING: Music therapy program to teach guitar to Parkinson's patients

THERAPLAYING: Music therapy program to teach guitar to Parkinson's patients

THERAPLAYING: Music therapy program to teach guitar to Parkinson's patients
Arts|Education|Entertainment|US

8-year-old Lego builder advances to international competition

8-year-old Lego builder advances to international competition

8-year-old Lego builder advances to international competition
Arts|Europe|World

Vatican puts Sagrada Família architect on the path to sainthood

Vatican puts Sagrada Família architect on the path to sainthood

Vatican puts Sagrada Família architect on the path to sainthood
Arts|Crime|Lifestyle|US

'It's cathartic': Guns to Garden Tools ceremony honors lives taken by guns

'It's cathartic': Guns to Garden Tools ceremony honors lives taken by guns

'It's cathartic': Guns to Garden Tools ceremony honors lives taken by guns
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

17-year-old with autism set to perform the national anthem Orioles game

17-year-old with autism set to perform the national anthem Orioles game

17-year-old with autism set to perform the national anthem Orioles game
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

The Black Crowes and Jimmy Page revisit a unique 25-year-old live set

One of the more puzzling live albums of all time came out in 2000

The Black Crowes and Jimmy Page revisit a unique 25-year-old live set
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Robber takes man's $10,000 custom-made violin on train in downtown Chicago

Robber takes man's $10,000 custom-made violin on train in downtown Chicago

Robber takes man's $10,000 custom-made violin on train in downtown Chicago
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25 years on, Patrick Bateman’s unsettling morning routine is normal

25 years on, Patrick Bateman’s unsettling morning routine is normal

25 years on, Patrick Bateman’s unsettling morning routine is normal
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'Sinners’ mixes blues, vampires and the Mississippi Delta into Ryan Coogler’s 1st original film

Filmmaker Ryan Coogler has made his first truly original film in “Sinners,” which opens in theaters nationwide Friday

'Sinners’ mixes blues, vampires and the Mississippi Delta into Ryan Coogler’s 1st original film
Arts|Business|Entertainment

On stage but out of the spotlight − the quiet struggle of being an opening act

Touring has become one of the few reliable income streams for working musicians. But a new study finds that the benefits from opening for major artists are often fleeting.

On stage but out of the spotlight − the quiet struggle of being an opening act
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

See inside Lenny Kravitz’s luxurious Parisian mansion

See inside Lenny Kravitz’s luxurious Parisian mansion

See inside Lenny Kravitz’s luxurious Parisian mansion
Americas|Arts|Political|World

Peru mourns death of Nobel laureate writer Vargas Llosa

Peruvians mourned the death on Monday of lauded writer Mario Vargas Llosa, winner of the Nobel Prize for literature and a former presidential candidate.

Peru mourns death of Nobel laureate writer Vargas Llosa
Arts|Education|Entertainment

'Anna's Gift': Students perform original piece in memory of band director's daughter

'Anna's Gift': Students perform original piece in memory of band director's daughter

'Anna's Gift': Students perform original piece in memory of band director's daughter
Arts|Europe|MidEast|World

Turkey to begin restoration work on dome of Hagia Sophia

Turkey is set to begin restoration and reinforcement work on the dome of the Hagia Sophia, in one of the biggest repair projects carried out on the 1,486-year-old structure,

Turkey to begin restoration work on dome of Hagia Sophia
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Man crafts unique sculptures from old farm equipment

Man crafts unique sculptures from old farm equipment

Man crafts unique sculptures from old farm equipment
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Artist sees beyond city's grit to paint heart of the city

Artist sees beyond city's grit to paint heart of the city

Artist sees beyond city's grit to paint heart of the city
Arts|Business|Lifestyle|US

More complaints surface over wedding photographer and undelivered photos

More complaints surface over wedding photographer and undelivered photos

More complaints surface over wedding photographer and undelivered photos
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Gloom in Barbieland as Trump tariffs drive up costs

Surrounded by hundreds of Barbies at her home in the northern Spanish port of Gijon, TikTok influencer and collector Noemi de Lama has shared the news with her followers that

Gloom in Barbieland as Trump tariffs drive up costs
Arts|Europe|World

Pope puts Sagrada Familia architect Gaudi on path to sainthood

Pope Francis has approved the first step towards sainthood for Antoni Gaudi, the modernist architect behind Barcelona's "Sagrada Familia" basilica, the Vatican said on Monday.

Pope puts Sagrada Familia architect Gaudi on path to sainthood
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

Leslie Odom Jr. to reprise his Tony-winning role in 'Hamilton' this fall

Leslie Odom Jr_, one of the original cast members of the mega-hit Broadway musical “Hamilton,” is coming back for another shot, a role he says “gave me life.”

Leslie Odom Jr. to reprise his Tony-winning role in 'Hamilton' this fall
Arts|Education|Political|US

Plans to celebrate America's 250th anniversary were underway. Then came the federal funding cuts

Leaders of state humanities councils throughout the country say federal funding cuts by President Donald Trump's administration will force them to scale back or eliminate celebrations next year commemorating the nation's 250th anniversary

Plans to celebrate America's 250th anniversary were underway. Then came the federal funding cuts
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What the best ads of the 2000s reveal about American culture

What the best ads of the 2000s reveal about American culture

What the best ads of the 2000s reveal about American culture
Africa|Arts|World

Home to centuries of heritage, Sudan's biggest museum is looted and wrecked by a 2-year war

The exhibition halls of Sudan's biggest museum were once filled with statues and relics from centuries of ancient civilizations

Home to centuries of heritage, Sudan's biggest museum is looted and wrecked by a 2-year war
Americas|Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Political

Peruvian writer and Nobel Prize winner Mario Vargas Llosa dies aged 89

Peruvian writer Mario Vargas Llosa, who enchanted readers with his intellectual rigor and lyrical prose for five decades and came close to being president of his country, died on

Peruvian writer and Nobel Prize winner Mario Vargas Llosa dies aged 89
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

We also have lots of questions about the season of premiere of ‘The Last of Us’

We also have lots of questions about the season of premiere of ‘The Last of Us’

We also have lots of questions about the season of premiere of ‘The Last of Us’
Americas|Arts|Celebrity|World

Peruvian author Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel literature laureate, dies at 89

Peruvian author Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel literature laureate and a giant of Latin American letters for many decades, has died, his son said Sunday

Peruvian author Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel literature laureate, dies at 89
Arts|Education|Entertainment

Musicians with disabilities aim to break stereotypes with performance in Boston

Musicians with disabilities aim to break stereotypes with performance in Boston

Musicians with disabilities aim to break stereotypes with performance in Boston
Arts|Asia|Economy|Political|Technology|Travel|World

Osaka Expo opens in Japan offering a vision of the future. Here's what to know

The Expo 2025 has opened in Osaka with more than 10,000 people singing Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony to celebrate the start of the six-month event

Osaka Expo opens in Japan offering a vision of the future. Here's what to know
Arts|Entertainment

'A Minecraft Movie' stomps to $80.6 million in second weekend

After just two weeks in theaters, “A Minecraft Movie” is already the highest grossing Hollywood release of 2025

'A Minecraft Movie' stomps to $80.6 million in second weekend
Arts|Europe|MidEast|World

Historic domes of Hagia Sophia are renovated to protect the landmark from earthquakes

Turkey has begun a new phase in sweeping restorations of the nearly 1,500-year-old Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, focusing on preserving the monument’s historic domes from the threat of earthquakes

Historic domes of Hagia Sophia are renovated to protect the landmark from earthquakes
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

‘The Last of Us’ Season 2: A who’s who of all the new characters

‘The Last of Us’ Season 2: A who’s who of all the new characters

‘The Last of Us’ Season 2: A who’s who of all the new characters
Arts|Business|Fashion and Beauty|Food|Lifestyle

From $85 tomato leaf soap to $2,300 Hellmann’s mayo handbags, everyday food is now a status symbol

From $85 tomato leaf soap to $2,300 Hellmann’s mayo handbags, everyday food is now a status symbol

From $85 tomato leaf soap to $2,300 Hellmann’s mayo handbags, everyday food is now a status symbol
Arts|Entertainment|Political|US

Brazilian DJ Alok rocks Coachella, while some other international artists cancel

Brazilian DJ Alok brought a beaming blend of electronic dance beats to the stage on Saturday at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival despite

Brazilian DJ Alok rocks Coachella, while some other international artists cancel
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

Classical music at Coachella? LA Philharmonic makes desert debut

The Los Angeles Philharmonic led the charge into their first Coachella performance on Saturday with the "Ride of the Valkyries," helmed by Venezuelan

Classical music at Coachella? LA Philharmonic makes desert debut
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Indictment reveals art dealer went to great lengths to cover up, sell fraudulent artwork

Indictment reveals art dealer went to great lengths to cover up, sell fraudulent artwork

Indictment reveals art dealer went to great lengths to cover up, sell fraudulent artwork
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|US

City spent $540K in police overtime during Taylor Swift weekend, records show

City spent $540K in police overtime during Taylor Swift weekend, records show

City spent $540K in police overtime during Taylor Swift weekend, records show
Americas|Arts|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Travel

They came to the US as kids for a better life. Now they’re leaving for Europe as seniors

They came to the US as kids for a better life. Now they’re leaving for Europe as seniors

They came to the US as kids for a better life. Now they’re leaving for Europe as seniors
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Technology

Exclusive: Meet the designer behind Lisa’s reptilian Coachella look

Exclusive: Meet the designer behind Lisa’s reptilian Coachella look

Exclusive: Meet the designer behind Lisa’s reptilian Coachella look
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Technology|Travel

Airplane cabin designs that could change the way we fly

Airplane cabin designs that could change the way we fly

Airplane cabin designs that could change the way we fly
Arts|Economy|Food|Lifestyle|US

Expect more fake eggs made of colored marshmallows or even potatoes on this year's Easter spread

The internet has offered up a host of alternatives as egg prices continue to be stubbornly high

Expect more fake eggs made of colored marshmallows or even potatoes on this year's Easter spread
Africa|Arts|Entertainment|Environment|World

'The Herds' begins its journey from central Africa to the Arctic Circle

In the Kinshasa Botanical Garden, a troupe of cardboard animals — monkeys, a gorilla, leopards, a giraffe — stand at attention in a clearing

'The Herds' begins its journey from central Africa to the Arctic Circle
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Picture of Trump after the assassination attempt displaces Obama portrait at the White House

The White House has hung a painting of President Donald Trump depicting a moment after an assassination attempt against him last summer — bumping the official portrait of one of his predecessors, Barack Obama

Picture of Trump after the assassination attempt displaces Obama portrait at the White House
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Painting of iconic Trump raised-fist scene from Butler rally now hangs in Grand Foyer of White House

Painting of iconic Trump raised-fist scene from Butler rally now hangs in Grand Foyer of White House

Painting of iconic Trump raised-fist scene from Butler rally now hangs in Grand Foyer of White House
Arts|Entertainment|US

Whiting Foundation announces grants of $50,000 each for 10 emerging writers

Ten emerging writers, from an author of speculative fiction to a poet rooted in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina, have received $50,000 grants from the Whiting Foundation

Whiting Foundation announces grants of $50,000 each for 10 emerging writers
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'The White Lotus' effect: How HBO's hit series is redefining travel, style, and brand strategy

Compartés explains how "The White Lotus" has become a masterclass in modern marketing with its stunning visuals and satirical take on wealth to its cultural impact on fashion, food, and decor. 

'The White Lotus' effect: How HBO's hit series is redefining travel, style, and brand strategy
Americas|Arts|Europe|Food

Sacred hares, banished winter witches and pagan worship – the roots of Easter Bunny traditions are ancient

The Conversation explores the origins of the long and interesting journey the Easter Bunny has taken from European prehistory to today.

Sacred hares, banished winter witches and pagan worship – the roots of Easter Bunny traditions are ancient
Africa|Arts|Entertainment|Political

A song critical of Nigeria's president is barred from airwaves

Authorities in Nigeria have barred radio stations from playing a song critical of President Bola Tinubu and his administration’s policies

A song critical of Nigeria's president is barred from airwaves
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment

Global warming isn't funny -- except in the hands of these comedians

Comedians have long used jokes to raise awareness of serious problems, and many are now turning the gaze to climate change

Global warming isn't funny -- except in the hands of these comedians
Arts|Asia|Entertainment|Political|World

Pikachu protesters, Studio Ghibli memes and the subversive power of cuteness

Cute characters are often vulnerable, innocent and lovable – and therein lies their power.

Pikachu protesters, Studio Ghibli memes and the subversive power of cuteness
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Science|Technology

Ahead of spaceflight, Katy Perry is reading Carl Sagan and channeling her 'feminine divine'

Before she kicks off her upcoming world tour, Katy Perry is reaching for the stars

Ahead of spaceflight, Katy Perry is reading Carl Sagan and channeling her 'feminine divine'
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Political

Yoko Ono details pain of post-Beatles life with John Lennon in new documentary

Yoko Ono details pain of post-Beatles life with John Lennon in new documentary

Yoko Ono details pain of post-Beatles life with John Lennon in new documentary
Arts|Education|MidEast|World

Once on civil war's frontline, Lebanon museum sees new life

When Lebanon's civil war erupted 50 years ago this month, its national museum became a flashpoint of its capital's deadly frontline, with militants

Once on civil war's frontline, Lebanon museum sees new life
Arts|Asia|Environment|Technology|World

Architect Sou Fujimoto: Expo 2025 is ‘a precious opportunity to come together’

Architect Sou Fujimoto: Expo 2025 is ‘a precious opportunity to come together’

Architect Sou Fujimoto: Expo 2025 is ‘a precious opportunity to come together’
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Weezer bassist to play Coachella despite wife’s arrest

Scott Schriner, bassist for the rock band Weezer, will perform at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival this weekend despite his wife’s shooting and arrest on attempted murder charges.

Weezer bassist to play Coachella despite wife’s arrest
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Musician says she was left shocked by ‘bizarre’ emails from acting Kennedy Center director Richard Grenell

Musician says she was left shocked by ‘bizarre’ emails from acting Kennedy Center director Richard Grenell

Musician says she was left shocked by ‘bizarre’ emails from acting Kennedy Center director Richard Grenell
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

Oscars to add stunt design award for its 100th ceremony

After many years of impassioned calls for an Oscar recognizing the art of the stunt, the film academy has decided to give it an official award

Oscars to add stunt design award for its 100th ceremony
Arts|Food|Political|US

Annual White House Christmas ornament honors state dinner culinary diplomacy

This year's official White House Christmas ornament honors more than 150 years of culinary diplomacy practiced at state dinners

Annual White House Christmas ornament honors state dinner culinary diplomacy
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Cannes Film Festival sets lineup with Ari Aster, Wes Anderson and, yes, Spike Lee

New films from Wes Anderson, Ari Aster, and Richard Linklater will compete for the Palme d’Or at the 78th Cannes Film Festival

Cannes Film Festival sets lineup with Ari Aster, Wes Anderson and, yes, Spike Lee
Arts|Business|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Prada agrees to buy rival fashion house Versace in a deal valued at $1.4 billion

The Prada Group has agreed to buy rival Versace from the U.S. luxury group Capri Holdings in a deal valuing the Milan fashion house at 1.25 billion euros ($1.4 billion

Prada agrees to buy rival fashion house Versace in a deal valued at $1.4 billion
Arts|Entertainment|US

‘Civil War’ filmmaker and a former SEAL built a new kind of combat movie in ‘Warfare’

Filmmaker Alex Garland has teamed up with former Navy SEAL Ray Mendoza to make a new kind of war film

‘Civil War’ filmmaker and a former SEAL built a new kind of combat movie in ‘Warfare’
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|US

Albums from Miles Davis, Mary J. Blige, Elton John and Minecraft enter National Recording Registry

Albums from Elton John, Tracy Chapman, Mary J

Albums from Miles Davis, Mary J. Blige, Elton John and Minecraft enter National Recording Registry
Americas|Arts|Entertainment|Political|US

Canada's 1970s superhero 'Captain Canuck' has resurgence thanks to Trump

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Canada's 1970s superhero 'Captain Canuck' has resurgence thanks to Trump
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty

It's Met Gala time! Get yourself suitable with this guide on what to expect

Springtime sunshine has finally hit New York City, and that means the Met Gala beckons

It's Met Gala time! Get yourself suitable with this guide on what to expect
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

Patti Smith will take another look back in a new memoir, 'Bread of Angels'

Fifteen years after publishing the classic memoir “Just Kids,” Patti Smith has a lot more to say about her life

Patti Smith will take another look back in a new memoir, 'Bread of Angels'
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

‘It makes me a bit sad’: ‘White Lotus’ star Aimee Lou Wood doesn’t love all the talk about her teeth

‘It makes me a bit sad’: ‘White Lotus’ star Aimee Lou Wood doesn’t love all the talk about her teeth

‘It makes me a bit sad’: ‘White Lotus’ star Aimee Lou Wood doesn’t love all the talk about her teeth
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|US

Philadelphia’s Carnaval de Puebla canceled amid concerns of ICE presence

Philadelphia’s Carnaval de Puebla canceled amid concerns of ICE presence

Philadelphia’s Carnaval de Puebla canceled amid concerns of ICE presence
Arts|Education|Technology

Self-taught art teacher Leah Hackle encourages her middle school students to never give up

Self-taught art teacher Leah Hackle encourages her middle school students to never give up

Self-taught art teacher Leah Hackle encourages her middle school students to never give up
Arts|Crime|Food

Yarn artists devastated over theft of popular art installation at South Philadelphia fountain

Yarn artists devastated over theft of popular art installation at South Philadelphia fountain

Yarn artists devastated over theft of popular art installation at South Philadelphia fountain
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|MidEast|US

‘Warfare’ aims to be the most authentic Iraq War film yet

‘Warfare’ aims to be the most authentic Iraq War film yet

‘Warfare’ aims to be the most authentic Iraq War film yet
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Dreamville Festival's final curtain call: An NCCU grad's life-changing journey from stage to stardom

Dreamville Festival's final curtain call: An NCCU grad's life-changing journey from stage to stardom

Dreamville Festival's final curtain call: An NCCU grad's life-changing journey from stage to stardom
Arts|Business|MidEast

A 10-carat blue diamond shines at a $100 million exhibition in Abu Dhabi

A rare blue diamond was displayed at an exhibition of $100 million worth of the world’s rarest diamonds in the United Arab Emirates’ capital

A 10-carat blue diamond shines at a $100 million exhibition in Abu Dhabi
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Tom Cruise to return to Cannes with 'Mission: Impossible — Final Reckoning'

Three years after flying into the Cannes Film Festival with “Top Gun: Maverick,” Tom Cruise is returning to the Croisette with “Mission: Impossible — Final Reckoning.”

Tom Cruise to return to Cannes with 'Mission: Impossible — Final Reckoning'
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

'Fitzcarraldo' director Werner Herzog to receive Venice career award

Werner Herzog, the veteran German director of "Fitzcarraldo" and "Grizzly Man", will be awarded the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at this year's Venice Film Festival, organisers

'Fitzcarraldo' director Werner Herzog to receive Venice career award
Arts|Asia|Lifestyle|Travel

Daruma dolls are one of Japan’s most popular souvenirs. But where do they come from?

Daruma dolls are one of Japan’s most popular souvenirs. But where do they come from?

Daruma dolls are one of Japan’s most popular souvenirs. But where do they come from?
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

Clem Burke, multifaceted drummer of iconic rock group Blondie, has died

Clem Burke, whose versatile drumming propelled the iconic rock group Blondie during its decades of music that spanned from new-wave punk to disco-infused tunes, has died

Clem Burke, multifaceted drummer of iconic rock group Blondie, has died
Arts|Entertainment|Political|US

Robert Caro, Salman Rushdie and Sandra Cisneros honored by Authors Guild

Robert Caro, Salman Rushdie and Sandra Cisneros were honored Monday night at an Authors Guild dinner gala that celebrated the written word and its vital role in the preservation of democracy

Robert Caro, Salman Rushdie and Sandra Cisneros honored by Authors Guild
Americas|Arts|Science|World

Altar found in Guatemalan jungle evidence of mingling of Mayan and Teotihuacan cultures, experts say

An altar from the Teotihuacan culture, at the pre-Hispanic heart of what became Mexico, has been discovered in Tikal National Park in Guatemala, the center of Mayan culture, demonstrating the interaction between the two societies

Altar found in Guatemalan jungle evidence of mingling of Mayan and Teotihuacan cultures, experts say
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

Henry Louis Gates Jr. goes from host to guest on PBS' 'Finding Your Roots'

For 11 seasons, Henry Louis Gates Jr. has sat across from his guests on the popular PBS series “Finding Your Roots” and led them through secrets in their family tree

Henry Louis Gates Jr. goes from host to guest on PBS' 'Finding Your Roots'
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

Mike White reveals surprising ‘White Lotus’ coupling that ended up on the cutting room floor

Mike White reveals surprising ‘White Lotus’ coupling that ended up on the cutting room floor

Mike White reveals surprising ‘White Lotus’ coupling that ended up on the cutting room floor
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

Denis Arndt, Tony-nominated star of ‘Heisenberg’ and veteran of David E. Kelley TV shows, dies at 86

Character actor Denis Arndt, who was cast in “L

Denis Arndt, Tony-nominated star of ‘Heisenberg’ and veteran of David E. Kelley TV shows, dies at 86
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports

Billie Jean King immortalized in bronze with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Billie Jean King became the first woman to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the new sports entertainment category

Billie Jean King immortalized in bronze with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Arts|Entertainment|Political

Amber Ruffin, cut from White House correspondents dinner, will host PEN America gala

Comic Amber Ruffin has a new spring gig

Amber Ruffin, cut from White House correspondents dinner, will host PEN America gala
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Opinion|US

Hip-hop can document life in America more reliably than history books

There’s an impulse by universities and media to inaccurately document hip-hop’s history. The genre is, in part, a response to that imprecision, a professor of hip-hop writes.

Hip-hop can document life in America more reliably than history books
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

Tracy Chapman is stepping back into the limelight with a re-release of her debut album

Tracy Chapman is stepping back into the limelight with a re-release of her debut album

Tracy Chapman is stepping back into the limelight with a re-release of her debut album
Arts|Business|Europe

This famous architect’s iconic furniture line is getting its first update in decades

This famous architect’s iconic furniture line is getting its first update in decades

This famous architect’s iconic furniture line is getting its first update in decades
Arts|Political|US

Painter of ‘truly the worst’ Trump portrait says president’s comments threaten her art career

Painter of ‘truly the worst’ Trump portrait says president’s comments threaten her art career

Painter of ‘truly the worst’ Trump portrait says president’s comments threaten her art career
Americas|Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political

Meet the Mexican soldier trying to revamp a musical genre accused of glorifying cartels

Regional Mexican music is crossing borders and going global

Meet the Mexican soldier trying to revamp a musical genre accused of glorifying cartels
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

‘White Lotus’ Season 3: What happened in the killer finale

‘White Lotus’ Season 3: What happened in the killer finale

‘White Lotus’ Season 3: What happened in the killer finale
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political

Hundreds rally to bring film and TV production back to Hollywood

Hundreds of Hollywood crew members, producers and actors on Sunday urged California legislators to increase tax incentives and enact other measures to encourage

Hundreds rally to bring film and TV production back to Hollywood
Arts|Entertainment|Europe

Winners of the 2025 Olivier Awards celebrating work on the London stage

Winners of the 2024 Olivier Awards, handed out Sunday for achievement in London theater, opera and dance include “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.”

Winners of the 2025 Olivier Awards celebrating work on the London stage
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

John Lithgow wins best actor at the UK stage Olivier Awards for exploring Roald Dahl's dark side

American actor John Lithgow has won the best actor trophy at the London stage Olivier Awards for exploring the dark side of children’s writer Roald Dahl in “Giant.”

John Lithgow wins best actor at the UK stage Olivier Awards for exploring Roald Dahl's dark side
Arts|Celebrity|Election|Entertainment|Political

Elton John thinks his shuttered musical ‘Tammy Faye’ failed because it was ‘too political’

Elton John thinks his shuttered musical ‘Tammy Faye’ failed because it was ‘too political’

Elton John thinks his shuttered musical ‘Tammy Faye’ failed because it was ‘too political’
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

'A Minecraft Movie' delivers Hollywood a much-needed box-office hit

“A Minecraft Movie” is smashing all box office projections

'A Minecraft Movie' delivers Hollywood a much-needed box-office hit
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

FKA Twigs cancels Coachella appearance and remaining tour dates due to ‘ongoing visa issues’

FKA Twigs cancels Coachella appearance and remaining tour dates due to ‘ongoing visa issues’

FKA Twigs cancels Coachella appearance and remaining tour dates due to ‘ongoing visa issues’
Arts|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Mother turns grief into art; "Just knowing that a part of Lewis is still living on this earth is so comforting."

Mother turns grief into art; "Just knowing that a part of Lewis is still living on this earth is so comforting."

Mother turns grief into art; "Just knowing that a part of Lewis is still living on this earth is so comforting."
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Ipswich coffee shop known for its love of community gets surprise visit from Ed Sheeran

Ipswich coffee shop known for its love of community gets surprise visit from Ed Sheeran

Ipswich coffee shop known for its love of community gets surprise visit from Ed Sheeran
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ACTOR VAL KILMER DIES AT 65

Val Kilmer, film star known for ‘Top Gun,’ ‘Batman Forever’ and ‘Tombstone,’ dead at 65

ACTOR VAL KILMER DIES AT 65
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Malian singer Amadou Bagayoko dies at age 70

Renowned guitarist and singer Amadou Bagayoko of Mali’s music duo Amadou & Mariam has died

Malian singer Amadou Bagayoko dies at age 70
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Lakota artist smudges the former gold mine inside the Black Hills

When Lakota artist Marty Two Bulls Jr. looks at the Black Hills of South Dakota, he doesn’t just see its natural beauty, he also sees a scar cut deep into the heart of the universe

Lakota artist smudges the former gold mine inside the Black Hills
Africa|Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|World

Iconic Malian musician Amadou Bagayoko of Amadou & Mariam dies at 70

Grammy-nominated Malian musician Amadou Bagayoko, who won global fame by moulding traditional West African sounds with Western rock and pop influences as one half of the blind duo

Iconic Malian musician Amadou Bagayoko of Amadou & Mariam dies at 70
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Singer Rara Sekar draws inspiration from nature, encourages people to return to simple living

Rara Sekar, an Indonesian singer, draws inspiration from nature as she encourages people to return to simple living as a way to combat climate change

Singer Rara Sekar draws inspiration from nature, encourages people to return to simple living
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Ex-assistant says filmmaker Paul Schrader sexually assaulted her and backed out of settlement deal

Paul Schrader, the writer of “Taxi Driver” and director of “American Gigolo,” has been accused in a lawsuit of sexually assaulting his former personal assistant, firing her when she wouldn’t give in to advances and reneging on a settlement that was meant to keep the allegations confidential

Ex-assistant says filmmaker Paul Schrader sexually assaulted her and backed out of settlement deal
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Musical theater's beloved show 'The Last Five Years' finally makes it to Broadway

Nick Jonas was only 9 and portraying a teacup on Broadway when he first heard about a buzzy new musical playing way downtown

Musical theater's beloved show 'The Last Five Years' finally makes it to Broadway
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Patti LaBelle says Elton John never returned her Tupperware

Patti LaBelle says Elton John never returned her Tupperware

Patti LaBelle says Elton John never returned her Tupperware
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Conan O’Brien explains why he went to the Kennedy Center for the Mark Twain Award

Conan O’Brien explains why he went to the Kennedy Center for the Mark Twain Award

Conan O’Brien explains why he went to the Kennedy Center for the Mark Twain Award
Africa|Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment

Spotify royalty payouts to Nigerian, South African artists boom in 2024

Audio streaming giant Spotify's royalty payments to artists from Nigeria and South Africa - its two biggest African markets - spiked to around $59 million last year as

Spotify royalty payouts to Nigerian, South African artists boom in 2024
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Invited to the Met Gala, nothing to wear? Hint: Find yourself a 'superfine' suit

If you somehow scored a Met Gala invite but can't figure out what to wear, fear not

Invited to the Met Gala, nothing to wear? Hint: Find yourself a 'superfine' suit
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The problem with Trump’s takeover of the Kennedy Center isn’t the possibility of ‘Cats’

The president has followed in the footsteps of Louis XIV of France and the czars of Russia, who operated national theaters as extensions of monarchical power.

The problem with Trump’s takeover of the Kennedy Center isn’t the possibility of ‘Cats’
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Amid a ’70s design revival, colorful hard-stone watch dials make a comeback

Amid a ’70s design revival, colorful hard-stone watch dials make a comeback

Amid a ’70s design revival, colorful hard-stone watch dials make a comeback
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Living abroad and hungry to see a Chinese movie on the biggest of screens, some took action

A group of Chinese people have decided they wanted the nation’s biggest movie to be big in the United States, literally

Living abroad and hungry to see a Chinese movie on the biggest of screens, some took action
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US judge declines for now to block Trump 'gender ideology' arts grants ban

A federal judge on Thursday declined at this time to block U.S.

US judge declines for now to block Trump 'gender ideology' arts grants ban
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NFL taps Milwaukee artist for 32-piece draft week art installation

NFL taps Milwaukee artist for 32-piece draft week art installation

NFL taps Milwaukee artist for 32-piece draft week art installation
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Tom Cruise remembers 'Top Gun' co-star Val Kilmer

Actor Tom Cruise paid tribute to his late "Top Gun" co-star, Val Kilmer, on Thursday, remembering him as a talented actor who loved movies.

Tom Cruise remembers 'Top Gun' co-star Val Kilmer
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Federal judge rules action against NEA unnecessary after it backed off bans on gender ideology

A federal judge has denied a motion to block the National Endowment for the Arts from barring funds to artists whose projects promote gender ideology, saying the agency no longer was doing that

Federal judge rules action against NEA unnecessary after it backed off bans on gender ideology
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Tom Cruise opens CinemaCon speech with moment of silence for Val Kilmer

Tom Cruise opened his highly anticipated CinemaCon appearance on Thursday with a moving tribute to his “Top Gun” co-star, Val Kilmer

Tom Cruise opens CinemaCon speech with moment of silence for Val Kilmer
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Unique Chicago museum showcases the history of public housing through its residents

A one-of-a-kind Chicago museum hopes to change the perception of public housing in America

Unique Chicago museum showcases the history of public housing through its residents
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Bruce Springsteen to release 7 ‘Lost Albums’ containing over 80 never-before-heard songs

Bruce Springsteen to release 7 ‘Lost Albums’ containing over 80 never-before-heard songs

Bruce Springsteen to release 7 ‘Lost Albums’ containing over 80 never-before-heard songs
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Collector keeps family tradition alive with massive model train setup

Collector keeps family tradition alive with massive model train setup

Collector keeps family tradition alive with massive model train setup
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Cristóbal Tapia de Veer reveals he won’t be returning as ‘The White Lotus’ composer

Cristóbal Tapia de Veer reveals he won’t be returning as ‘The White Lotus’ composer

Cristóbal Tapia de Veer reveals he won’t be returning as ‘The White Lotus’ composer
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“Pictures, just like that”: local artist uses cardboard boxes to create photo exhibit

“Pictures, just like that”: local artist uses cardboard boxes to create photo exhibit

“Pictures, just like that”: local artist uses cardboard boxes to create photo exhibit
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The delicate dance to preserve the magic of Abbey Road's legendary Studio One

Abbey Road's Studio One is where the scores of “Star Wars,” “Harry Potter,” and “Wicked” were recorded

The delicate dance to preserve the magic of Abbey Road's legendary Studio One
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Bruce Springsteen to release 7 albums of unreleased songs, 'Tracks ll: The Lost Albums'

Bruce Springsteen knows what his fans want

Bruce Springsteen to release 7 albums of unreleased songs, 'Tracks ll: The Lost Albums'
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Parents, teachers rally to save Cleveland school after recommendation to close it

Parents, teachers rally to save Cleveland school after recommendation to close it

Parents, teachers rally to save Cleveland school after recommendation to close it
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It’s among the largest collections of Michelangelo sculptures ever shown. But there’s a catch

It’s among the largest collections of Michelangelo sculptures ever shown. But there’s a catch

It’s among the largest collections of Michelangelo sculptures ever shown. But there’s a catch
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Why Rihanna's expanding Clara Lionel Foundation is seen as a model for celebrity philanthropy

Rihanna fans might know the musician for hits such as “Umbrella” and “Diamonds."

Why Rihanna's expanding Clara Lionel Foundation is seen as a model for celebrity philanthropy
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Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo tease new 'Wicked: For Good' footage during CinemaCon victory lap

When Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and director Jon M

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo tease new 'Wicked: For Good' footage during CinemaCon victory lap
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Florida teen overcomes health complications from spider bite, publishes children's book

Florida teen overcomes health complications from spider bite, publishes children's book

Florida teen overcomes health complications from spider bite, publishes children's book
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Head of Washington's African American History museum on personal leave, Washington Post reports

The director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, Kevin Young, has gone on personal leave, the Washington Post reported on Wednesday, citing an

Head of Washington's African American History museum on personal leave, Washington Post reports
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US revokes visas of Mexican band members after cartel leader's face was projected at a concert

The U.S. State Department revoked the visas of members of a Mexican band after they projected the face of a drug cartel boss onto a large screen during a performance at a music festival in the western state of Jalisco over the weekend

US revokes visas of Mexican band members after cartel leader's face was projected at a concert
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Ralph Fiennes will make his opera directing debut

Actor Ralph Fiennes will make his opera directing debut in Paris next season with Tchaikovsky’s “Eugene Onegin.”

Ralph Fiennes will make his opera directing debut
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Look of the Week: Was there a hidden message in Erykah Badu’s ‘booty’ bodysuit?

Look of the Week: Was there a hidden message in Erykah Badu’s ‘booty’ bodysuit?

Look of the Week: Was there a hidden message in Erykah Badu’s ‘booty’ bodysuit?
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Watches and Wonders 2025: 11 striking designs from the world’s largest watch fair

Watches and Wonders 2025: 11 striking designs from the world’s largest watch fair

Watches and Wonders 2025: 11 striking designs from the world’s largest watch fair
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From 'Top Gun' to 'Tombstone,' notable Val Kilmer films and where to watch them

Val Kilmer once proclaimed that he’s almost been fired from all his movies

From 'Top Gun' to 'Tombstone,' notable Val Kilmer films and where to watch them
Arts|Education|Health

Man auctioning off art creation to help school

Man auctioning off art creation to help school

Man auctioning off art creation to help school
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Val Kilmer, 'Top Gun' and Batman star with an intense approach, dies at 65

Val Kilmer has died at age 65

Val Kilmer, 'Top Gun' and Batman star with an intense approach, dies at 65
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Val Kilmer recently gave us Batman a last time as part of his beloved art

Val Kilmer recently gave us Batman a last time as part of his beloved art

Val Kilmer recently gave us Batman a last time as part of his beloved art
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Soprano Anna Netrebko to open Royal Opera season, returning after a 6-year absence

Soprano Anna Netrebko will return to London’s Royal Opera after a six-year absence to open the 2025-26 season in a new production of Puccini’s “Tosca” that starts Jakub Hrůša’s tenure as music director

Soprano Anna Netrebko to open Royal Opera season, returning after a 6-year absence
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Elizabeth Strout and Miranda July are among finalists for the Women's Prize for Fiction

American authors Elizabeth Strout and Miranda July are among finalists for the Women’s Prize for Fiction

Elizabeth Strout and Miranda July are among finalists for the Women's Prize for Fiction
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Josh Brolin and Michael Mann pay tribute to Val Kilmer after his death at age 65

Actor Josh Brolin and director Michael Mann are among those honoring actor Val Kilmer after his death on Tuesday at age 65

Josh Brolin and Michael Mann pay tribute to Val Kilmer after his death at age 65
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Shia LaBeouf ‘fully supports’ release of documentary about turmoil at his now-closed theater company

Shia LaBeouf ‘fully supports’ release of documentary about turmoil at his now-closed theater company

Shia LaBeouf ‘fully supports’ release of documentary about turmoil at his now-closed theater company