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Brett McGurk chronicles negotiations to free Oct. 7 hostages in 'Brink'
Brett McGurk served under four presidential administrations, ultimately working as President Biden’s lead on foreign policy in the Middle East. During that time, Hamas attacked Israel, killing over a thousand people and taking hundreds hostage. Amna Nawaz sat down with…
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox on his blueprint for depolarizing a fractured nation
In the aftermath of the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox emerged as a prominent voice calling on Americans to step back from the political hatred and violence gripping the country. Now, the Republican governor…
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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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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.…
Ed Sheeran says situation in Gaza is 'catastrophic and unjustifiable' as he opens concert
Sheeran said he wants his music and shows to be about unity and humanity, not politics. But he said the…
For Palestinian aid groups, Macklemore's $1M pledge brings relief and attention to ongoing suffering
Macklemore committed to donate his net earnings from Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour after he was dropped for making pro-Palestinian comments…
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'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…
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Wheelchair tennis celebrates 50 years and a new wave of popularity
Professional wheelchair tennis players are competing for their countries this week in the World Team Cup at the U.S. Tennis…