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Adm. William McRaven reflects on American spirit and the nation's future in new book
Retired Navy Adm. William McRaven served for nearly four decades in a highly decorated career, from Navy SEAL to commander of the Joint Special Operations Command. He is also widely known for his 2014 speech, “Make Your Bed.” More of…
Singer D4vd charged with murder of 14-year-old found decomposed in his car
Los Angeles prosecutors said Monday that the 21-year-old singer whose legal name is David Burke was charged with first-degree murder in the killing of Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
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What to know about the world's largest art heist from a Boston museum
For decades, the 1990 theft of 13 artworks from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum — now valued at more than…
6 times the White House Correspondents' Dinner served up memorable moments
Here’s a look at some of that history as Donald Trump prepares for the first time to attend as president.
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Art exhibition shines light on Romani persecution during Holocaust
It's a lesser-known chapter of the Holocaust, the murder of some 500,000 Roma and Sinti people, members of a long-marginalized…
Michael Tilson Thomas, renowned conductor and composer, dies at 81
Michael Tilson Thomas, a leading American conductor for a half-century who headed orchestras in Buffalo, Miami, London and San Francisco…
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New growth in logged forests inspires photographer's hope
Scott Rinckenberger is a photographer from North Bend, Washington, who shares his passion for the natural world and highlights how…
Amy Winehouse's father loses legal bid for funds friends made selling singer's memorabilia
A London judge ruled Monday against the father of Amy Winehouse who sued his daughter's friends for profiting off the…
Eddie Murphy receives AFI life achievement award along with star-studded tribute
The American Film Institute ceremony, held Saturday night at the Dolby Theatre, featured appearances from Spike Lee, Martin Lawrence, Dave…
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Ex-Kennedy Center staffer alleges chaos and cronyism under Trump leadership
Unless courts intervene, the Kennedy Center will shut down this July for two years, as part of a roughly $250…
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Dave Chappelle on investing in his Ohio town and backing its local public radio station
For more than 25 years, comedian Dave Chappelle has called the small village of Yellow Springs, Ohio, home. Amna Nawaz…
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Illustrator R.W. Alley on how he brings Paddington Bear to life
The origin of Paddington is one worth noting on Holocaust Remembrance Day. Michael Bond recalled seeing Jewish children arriving in…
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Lena Dunham and Amna Nawaz explore public stress and trauma on 'Settle In'
More than a decade ago, Lena Dunham rose to fame as the comedic force behind HBO's hit series, "Girls." In…
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Evan Shapiro and Geoff Bennett explore the future of media on 'Settle In'
The media industry has been navigating substantial turmoil in recent years. On our PBS news podcast, “Settle In,” Geoff Bennett…
Hollywood heavyweights voice opposition to Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros.
More than a thousand movie stars, writers, directors and other Hollywood professionals announced their “unequivocal opposition” to the proposed Paramount…
See planned images for Trump's Washington triumphal arch
It includes a towering winged figure with a Lady Liberty-like torch and crown, flanked by two eagles and guarded by…
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Inside Chicago's innovative Steppenwolf Theatre Company as it marks 50 years
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has long been one of the nation’s most influential ensemble companies. It's known for the actors it…