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Roy Cohn's continued influence on politics and Trump traced in 'American Scoundrel'
For decades, Roy Cohn operated at the center of American power, from his work with Sen. Joseph McCarthy to his role as a lawyer, political fixer and mentor to a young Donald Trump. Biographer Kai Bird traces Cohn’s life and…
'The Last Free Women' follows 4 Afghans rebuilding their lives after escaping the Taliban
When the Taliban swept back into Kabul in 2021, millions of Afghans suddenly faced an uncertain and dangerous future. Among them were two young sisters whose ambitions to study medicine and law were threatened. Their escape and the lives they…
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The growing fallout over Macklemore's exit from Ed Sheeran's tour
The debate over Palestine, Gaza and Israel continues to reverberate throughout politics and pop culture. Anger erupted after Macklemore was…
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Restored Greek Byzantine palace offers blueprint for preserving cultural heritage
History buffs heading to Greece are mostly drawn to the country’s wealth of classical temples and amphitheatres. But now the…
Fencing goes up around the main Kennedy Center building after Trump-aligned board votes to close it
Fencing went up Wednesday around the main Kennedy Center building, a day after the Trump-aligned board voted to close most…
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Kennedy Center board votes to close after judge blocks Trump's name from building
The board of the Kennedy Center in Washington voted to temporarily close the iconic performing arts center, citing financial issues…
More artists drop out of Ed Sheeran's tour in solidarity with rapper Macklemore
Irish acts Aaron Rowe and Beoga, Denmark's Lukas Graham, and Finneas posted separately on social media that they would withdraw…
Nick Reiner will not face death penalty over his parents' killings
In a statement, his public defender said prosecutors had made the right decision and highlighted Reiner's mental illness and struggles…
Kennedy Center board votes to close over Trump naming dispute and financial trouble
The board of the Kennedy Center voted on Tuesday to close the center over financial issues and a dispute over…
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Comedian Jenny Yang takes act to stages inside immigrant grocery stores
As the challenges facing immigrant communities continue to make headlines, comedian and writer Jenny Yang is taking a different approach…
Bob Mackie, fashion designer who dressed the stars and defined '70s glamour, dies at 87
Bob Mackie, the fashion designer whose visually provocative Hollywood style defined glamour for the 1970s died Monday at 87.
'The Pitt' and 'Widow's Bay' among favorites ahead of 78th Emmy Awards
"The Pitt" is expected to repeat its wins from last year, while "Widow's Bay" could break records.
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A Brief But Spectacular take on the toll of separation
When Jasson Howell Sr. was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for heroin distribution, his incarceration upended the lives…
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Lonnie Bunch on his legacy and protecting the Smithsonian from political pressure
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch announced that he is stepping down as the institution he leads faces an escalating battle with…
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Youth sports become big business, putting stress on families and leaving some behind
Roughly 5 million kids are competing for travel or club sports teams that have cropped up across the country. Many…
Lonnie Bunch to retire from Smithsonian leadership following Trump administration clash
Bunch is stepping down from the leadership of the Smithsonian Institution following a tumultuous year in which President Donald Trump…
'Widow's Bay' dominates with 8 Emmys at early ceremony, while 'The Pitt' takes 4
“Widow’s Bay” ran away with eight early Emmys for its debut season Sunday at a ceremony eight days before the…