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WATCH: Canadian writer Anne Carson wins Nobel Prize in literature
Toronto-born Carson, 76, draws on themes and stories from ancient Greek and Roman literature for works that often blend elements of poetry, essay and fiction.
New documentary traces Elon Musk's rise and embrace of right-wing politics
Elon Musk remains one of the more powerful and controversial figures in business, science, tech and politics. He played a central role in the early days of the second Trump administration. Now, a new documentary is chronicling Musk's rise to…
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New documentary traces Elon Musk's rise and embrace of right-wing politics
Elon Musk remains one of the more powerful and controversial figures in business, science, tech and politics. He played a…
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AI startup touts new possibilities for video creators, but concerns remain
As AI continues to reshape arts and entertainment, it’s also creating a new type of producers and content providers. A…
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Martina Navratilova on Chris Evert, their rivalry and beating cancer
Martina Navratilova was a high-profile force on the tennis court in the 1970s and 80s with 59 Grand Slam titles.…
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Ayad Akhtar blurs fiction and reality in new novel, 'The Radiance'
A Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and author has a new novel that explores big questions about states of being and the…
This year's MacArthur 'geniuses' include scholars and artists who confront history
Commonly referred to as “genius grants,” the no-strings-attached awards are intended to provide the flexibility necessary for recipients to pursue…
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Syrian dancer reflects on escaping ISIS and finding freedom through ballet
Ahmad Joudeh is a ballet dancer of unusual grace and grit. He was born stateless in a Palestinian refugee camp…
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Former Kansas GOP governor explains why he's backing Democrat Adam Hamilton for Senate
Former Kansas Gov. Bill Graves, a Republican, crossed party lines to endorse Democrat Adam Hamilton in his bid to unseat…
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Marlon James explores how homophobia shaped life in Jamaica in 'The Disappearers'
Marlon James’ new novel, "The Disappearers," was shortlisted for the Booker Prize. It tells the story of a group of…
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What the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger settlement means for Hollywood
A day after Paramount Skydance and a group of state attorneys general announced a settlement clearing the way for its…
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2 years after the storm, graphic novel shares stories of Hurricane Helene survivors
Two years after Hurricane Helene ripped through much of the Southeast, many of the communities affected by that storm are…
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Ari Emanuel and Amna Nawaz discuss finding the next big thing on 'Settle In'
Ari Emanuel is a Hollywood icon in his own right, working behind the scenes to strike deals for his legion…
Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose involving fentanyl, coroner says
According to a statement from the Greenville County Coroner’s Office, a combination of fentanyl and its chemical byproduct, as well…
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American Israeli held hostage by Hamas performs songs of survival and hope
Recently, the small Israeli town of Nir Oz, devastated by the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks, held a unique concert. The…
States settle lawsuit over Paramount-Warner merger, clearing key hurdle for $81 billion deal
The agreement calls for Paramount to increase domestic production and establish monitoring of editorial independence of the company’s news operations.
Must-see exhibits at George Lucas's new Museum of Narrative Art in LA
The $1 billion project has become the life's work of “Star Wars” creator George Lucas and his wife, Mellody Hobson.…