The 'Self Made' story of American millionaire Madam C.J. Walker

Ireland's President Catherine Connolly said he was one of Ireland’s great singer-songwriters.

An advisory council packed with Trump allies voted to weaken federal oversight of construction projects affecting historic sites. Critics are…

Thomas Hampson is known for the classical vocal traditions rooted in Europe. But for more than 25 years, Hampson has…

Judges read 163 novels to come up with the 13 semifinalists announced Tuesday for the 50,000 pound ($66,000) Booker Prize.

A new documentary explores the realities of motherhood in America, from the high cost of child care to the culture…

Carly Simon, the singer known for “Nobody Does It Better” and other hits, has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.

Prosthetics designed to blend in as replacements for missing body parts are becoming tools for creative expression. This is especially…

At the tip of Cape Cod, a new exhibition is showcasing the work of an artist who spent two summers…

Anna Deavere Smith is well known for her acting in films and TV, including on “The West Wing” and “Nurse…

“We will not let you destroy that museum. No matter how long it takes, how many battles are required, how…

The director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History pushed back Tuesday against a recent White House report that…

There was a hero’s welcome for the Spanish soccer team as they arrived in Madrid, where throngs of fans cheered…

Sunday’s World Cup final is expected to be watched by more than 1 billion people. As the tournament comes to…

Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" is shaping up to be one of the biggest movies of the year. The highly anticipated…

Suzanne Jackson is an artist who has experimented with materials for decades. Now in her 80s, she's having her first…