Culture
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Alexander Skarsgard and Olivia Colman Find Unexpected Depth in ‘Wicker’
Actors Alexander Skarsgard and Olivia Colman discuss the practical effects, unusual premise, and thematic depth of their fantasy comedy film Wicker.
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A Century of Winnie-the-Pooh and the Burden Faced by the Real Christopher Robin
As Winnie-the-Pooh turns 100, we examine the heavy emotional toll and lifelong resentment faced by the real-life Christopher Robin Milne.
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A Century After His Final Detroit Stage, Houdini’s Death Still Defies Consensus
A century after Harry Houdini died in Detroit from a ruptured appendix, new historical debates question his true cause of death and legacy.
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The Heavy Toll Larry David Paid While Directing ‘Seinfeld’
Biographer Blake J. Harris reveals in Emperor of Nothing that Larry David endured intense self-imposed pressure running the hit sitcom Seinfeld.
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Billy Evans Retains Legal Counsel Amid Profit Dispute Over Hit Holmes Documentary
Billy Evans is seeking Hollywood legal counsel to claim profits from the documentary ‘You Can See Everything’ after its portrayal of his aggressive demands.
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A former Smithsonian fundraiser returns to lead museum advancement strategy
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art appointed Allison Fleming Chance as its chief advancement officer to drive its Second Century Campaign.
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How a 2002 Southern Rap Anthem Became Atlanta’s Ubiquitous Sports Rally Cry
A 2002 crunk rap anthem by Baby D and Pastor Troy has transcended local music to become the defining, stadium-wide rallying cry across Atlanta professional sports.
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Bill Maher’s Softball Interview With Karoline Leavitt Sparks Scrutiny
HBO host Bill Maher faced sharp scrutiny after adopting a notably non-confrontational approach during his interview with former Trump press secretary Karoline Leavitt.
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Examining the Enduring Cultural Impact of Tom Hanks’s 2016 Saturday Night Live Sketch
A decade after Tom Hanks appeared on Saturday Night Live as ‘Doug,’ the iconic sketch continues to offer lessons on finding common ground across political divides.
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Tom Skerritt, Rugged Character Actor of Film and Television, Dies at 93
Tom Skerritt, the versatile character actor known for roles in M*A*S*H, Alien, Top Gun and Picket Fences, has died at age 93 of natural causes.
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Liverpool’s New Beatles Cultural Hub Wins Endorsement from Surviving Band Members
Sir Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr have endorsed a massive new immersive Beatles attraction opening in Liverpool in 2028.
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Remembering Richard Riehle, The Ubiquitous Character Actor Who Anchored Hollywood Classics
Prolific character actor Richard Riehle, known for his unforgettable roles in ‘Office Space’ and across 400 projects, has died at 78.
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Kendall Jenner’s Absence Explained for the 2026 Victoria’s Secret Runway
While sister Kylie Jenner debuted the $50 million Fantasy Bra at the 2026 Victoria’s Secret show, Kendall Jenner was absent due to a packed cross-country weekend.
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Larry David Targets Democratic Socialists in Air Mail Satire
Comedian Larry David satirized the Democratic Socialists of America in a new Air Mail essay, sparking online debate over his jokes regarding Israel.
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Literary Icon Claims Million-Euro Premio Planeta Accolade Using Secret Alias for Sequel Project
Chilean-American author Isabel Allende won Spain’s €1m Premio Planeta literary prize under a pseudonym with a sequel to her celebrated 1982 debut novel.