Culture
Today in history: Jazz artist Ramsey Lewis premieres new concerto at 80
August 6, 2015Ramsey Lewis, iconic leader in the contemporary jazz movement for 60 years, was born on May 27, 1935.
Read moreToday in history: Actor-activist Martin Sheen celebrates his 75th birthday
August 3, 2015Martin Sheen has stated, "While acting is what I do for a living, activism is what I do to stay alive."
Read moreToday in history: Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling turns 50
July 31, 2015She's best known as the author of Harry Potter, which has achieved worldwide reknown, won multiple awards, and sold more than 400 million copies.
Read more“Ant-Man” is fun, but never thinks big
July 30, 2015The movie is a decent enough popcorn flick, but its narrative weaknesses and hit-or-miss jokes don't help it much.
Read moreMore than a review: The importance of “Jimmie Higgins” work underlined
July 28, 2015"He was not one of the speakers, of course - he would have been terrified at the idea of making a speech; but he was one of those whose labor made the speaking possible."
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