Brazilian musician Hermeto Pascoal, known as ‘The Mad Genius,’ dies at 89
Hermeto Pascoal, the eccentric Brazilian multi-instrumentalist known as “The Sorcerer of Sounds” and “The Mad Genius,” has died.
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Bobby Hart, co-wrote ‘Last Train to Clarksville’ and other hits for the Monkees, dead at 86
Bobby Hart, who co-wrote some of the Monkees’ biggest hits, has died.
Belgian festival’s decision to cancel a concert led by an Israeli conductor draws criticism
Belgium’s prime minister has traveled to neighboring Germany for a concert led by an Israeli conductor whose appearance was canceled by a Belgian festival.
Caricature artist draws the famous and the rest of us
“We think every face is beautiful in its own way. We want to highlight the things that make you you,” Robin Schwartzman said.
Christian Siriano transports New York Fashion Week attendees to the silver screen
Designer Christian Siriano transformed a Macy’s department store into a New York Fashion Week runway show for his latest collection.
National Book Awards longlists include new works by Angela Flournoy, Susan Choi and Yiyun Li
The National Book Foundation has announced the longlists for the National Book Awards.
Royal Opera appearance by Russian soprano Anna Netrebko draws pro-Ukraine demonstration
Dozens of Ukrainians and their supporters have demonstrated outside the Royal Opera House in London against a performance by Russian soprano Anna Netrebko.
Jane Austen fans step back in time to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the beloved author’s birth
Fans of Jane Austen are celebrating the 250th anniversary of the beloved author’s birth with costumed balls and themed events.