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'How to Rule the World' exposes Stanford's complex relationship with Silicon Valley power
While most college freshmen spend their first year shopping around courses and picking their majors, Theo Baker had a bit more on his plate. As a reporter for the Stanford Daily, he investigated research misconduct, leading to the resignation of…
Sonny Rollins, saxophonist and restless genius of jazz, dead at 95
He was one of the last living greats of the bebop era and one of the most influential saxophonists of his time.
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WATCH: Conan O'Brien delivers Harvard commencement address
Comedian and television host Conan O’Brien entertained Harvard University graduates at their commencement Thursday, mixing offbeat humor and political jokes…
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Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf on bringing 'Death of a Salesman' back to Broadway
"Death of a Salesman" tells the story of Willy Loman, a traveling salesman chasing the American Dream but never quite…
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New museum spotlights Thaddeus Stevens' abolitionist legacy
Civil War-era Congressman Thaddeus Stevens was a fierce abolitionist and advocate for racial equality. His life and legacy are now…
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Jon Meacham and Amna Nawaz examine the state of our democracy on 'Settle In'
Pulitzer Prize-winning presidential historian and bestselling author Jon Meacham joined Amna Nawaz on our podcast "Settle In.” They talked about…
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Mina Kimes on the 'big game feel' of the Scripps National Spelling Bee
The Scripps National Spelling Bee begins Tuesday in Washington, D.C., bringing together 247 finalists from all 50 states. These spellers…
What's inside Jim Henson's once-hidden studio
Deep in a cavernous New York City warehouse, the artisans behind some of the world’s most beloved children’s characters have…
Design plan for Trump's proposed Washington arch is approved by Trump-appointed commission
At a height of 250 feet, the arch would dwarf the Lincoln Memorial and be close to half the height…
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Sophia Nelson on 'Redefining Freedom' and living up to America's founding principles
When asked what sort of government the United States had, Benjamin Franklin famously said, "A republic, if you can keep…
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Russians who fled after Ukraine invasion stage fresh take on classic play in U.S.
Two Russians who left their country after the invasion of Ukraine and are now rebuilding their lives and careers in…
More tarot readers are turning to AI for advice, another sign of our growing reliance on chatbots for emotional support
AI and occult practices are meeting in strange and fascinating ways. What makes this pairing so striking is that interpretation…
Napoleon Solo holds off Iron Honor to win the Preakness
Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo was held out of the race, leaving a wide-open field of 14 horses to contest…
Bulgaria wins the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with 'Bangaranga'
Dara beat 24 other competitors during Saturday’s grand final in Vienna. The song’s infectious beats and tightly choreographed dance routine…
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Bellevue Literary Review celebrates 25 years of stories on illness and recovery
Three doctors, two poets and a fiction writer walk into a windowless hospital conference room. Not the start of a…
World Cup final halftime show to feature Madonna, Shakira and BTS
The governing body said the show would support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which is raising $100 million to…
Conan O'Brien will return to host the 99th Academy Awards next year
Despite a dip in viewership this year, social media engagement rose significantly.