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Peggy Noonan explores what the U.S. could be in 'A Certain Idea of America'
In her new collection of columns from The Wall Street Journal, Pulitzer Prize-winner Peggy Noonan takes readers on a journey through the essence of our nation's character. With her trademark blend of storytelling, historical insight and journalistic rigor, Noonan explores…
Judith Jamison, transcendent dancer and artistic director of Alvin Ailey theater, dies at 81
As a dancer, choreographer, director and speaker, Jamison's distinguished career leaped over barriers of race and gender.
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Judith Jamison, transcendent dancer and artistic director of Alvin Ailey theater, dies at 81
As a dancer, choreographer, director and speaker, Jamison's distinguished career leaped over barriers of race and gender.
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New York fashion industry tries to preserve artisan craftwork as factories move overseas
In the 1980s, about 70 percent of clothes sold in the U.S. were made in the country. Today, it's down…
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Split on who to support, Muslim and Arab American leaders give a range of endorsements — or none at all
For many Muslim and Arab Americans, Israel's wars in Gaza, Lebanon, and the wider Middle East are personal, and so…
Harris appears on 'SNL' as mirror image of Maya Rudolph in last episode before Election Day
Kamala Harris made a surprise appearance on "Saturday Night Live" in the final days before the presidential election, playing herself…
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Universities transform art museums into spaces for voting and political discourse
During the final days of this tense election, we take a look at a project fostering a different type of…
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'Purpletown' documents what people in politically divided areas still have in common
With the election days away, there is no shortage of reflections on American politics and democracy. Photographer Paul Shambroom has…
Teri Garr, funny star of 'Young Frankenstein' and 'Tootsie,' dies at 79
The quirky comedy actor who rose from background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to favorites such as "Young Frankenstein" and…
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Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha processes the war in Gaza through his art
Palestinian poet, teacher and writer Mosab Abu Toha was born in a refugee camp in the Gaza Strip. That's where…
Superstar Bad Bunny backs Harris for president after Trump event features comedian's racist cracks
Trump campaign spokeswoman Danielle Alvarez in a statement said "this joke does not reflect the views of President Trump or…
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New book 'The Price of Power' explores the complex legacy of Mitch McConnell
Mitch McConnell is the longest-serving Senate leader in history and set to step down from that position next month. Over…
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Reporter Jimmy Breslin remembered in new biography as 'The Man Who Told the Truth'
From JFK's assassination to the Son of Sam, Jimmy Breslin covered major events of the 20th century as a columnist…
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Detroit's 'Little Village' project transforms a neighborhood and gives local artists a home
Detroit has been in the headlines during this campaign with Donald Trump comparing the city to "a developing nation." But…
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Detroit's 'Little Village' project transforms a neighborhood and give local artists a home
Detroit has been in the headlines during this campaign with Donald Trump comparing the city to "a developing nation." But…
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WATCH: Biden awards National Medals of Arts to Steven Spielberg, Missy Elliott, among others
Filmmakers Steven Spielberg, Spike Lee and Ken Burns and singers Missy Elliott and Queen Latifah were among 20 recipients of…