Michael Slater, who has died aged 88, was an expert on the life and writings of Charles Dickens. He sought to engage the widest possible readership in Dickens’s work, and to bring into the public domain all those writings that still lay in the…
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Composer Reena Esmail’s Sitars and Symphonies; Exploring Point Richmond’s Fairy Houses
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This holiday week, we’re bringing you two joyful stories from 2025.
Reena Esmail’s childhood in Los Angeles had two soundtracks: the…
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Jurassic Night | Texas Stars
Step into the Jurassic Era with the Texas Stars! Sunday, January 4, 2026 is Jurassic Night! Before the game from 3-5pm on the East Plaza, see dinosaurs, Jurassic Jeeps, play games, and more! Once inside, enjoy prehistoric concessions,…
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Woman who starred in ‘Lion King’ on Broadway as a child is killed in stabbing, officials say
A woman who starred in Broadway’s “The Lion King” as a child was killed in a stabbing over the weekend, New Jersey officials said.
Edison police officers were called to a home on Sunday morning over reports of a stabbing and discovered…
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Effigy mounds, Screens and speech development, Frank Lloyd Wright chairs
A former state archaeologist looks back on the preservation of effigy mounds in Wisconsin. We also hear hear about schools reporting a greater need for speech and language support for young students. Plus, a new
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HUNTR/X, Chappell Roan, Charlie Puth and more join biggest “New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” ever
“Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest” will be bigger than ever this year with the largest concert lineup in the show’s history!
Just before Ryan Seacrest counts down to midnight on ABC, Diana Ross will take the stage as the…
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Why we get hooked on rubbish TV series | Television
Imogen West-Knights’ TV viewing habits are more common than many realise (I hate this TV series I’m binge-watching, yet I’m on track to complete all 177 episodes. Why am I doing it?, 15 December). Media is consumed like any other product,…
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The Family Stone Band, Joelle James highlight Sunday’s gameday entertainment
The Family Stone Band will take the stage at Allegiant Stadium for halftime when the Las Vegas Raiders host the New York Giants.
Honoring the legacy of Sly Stone, Sunday’s performance will feature The Family Stone Band with original…
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HUNTR/X, Chappell Roan, Charlie Puth and more join biggest “New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” ever
“Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest” will be bigger than ever this year with the largest concert lineup in the show’s history!
Just before Ryan Seacrest counts down to midnight on ABC, Diana Ross will take the stage as the…
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What Happens in the ‘Heated Rivalry’ Sequel, ‘The Long Game’?
Warning: This article contains light spoilers for the end of “Heated Rivalry.”
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The “Heated Rivalry” finale officially hit HBO Max in the U.S. on Dec. 26, bringing fans of Canadian streamer Crave’s unexpected hit…
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