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Pulitzer Prize-winning author Larry McMurtry dies at 84

By Jamie Stengle, Associated Press

McMurtry penned books and screenplays during a career that spanned over half a century, often depicting the American West. He won the 1986 Pulitzer Prize for "Lonesome Dove," the tale of a cattle drive during the 1870s.

In new Tina Turner doc, the legend wonders how to 'bow out slowly'

By Joshua Barajas, Jeffrey Brown

The directors behind “Tina” said they wanted to retell Turner’s story through the eyes of the larger-than-life performer, not the public perception of her.

'Arrested Development' actor Jessica Walter dies at 80

By Associated Press

Jessica Walter, who played a scheming matriarch in TV's "Arrested Development," has died. She was 80. Walter's death was confirmed Thursday by her daughter, Brooke Bowman.

WWII codebreaker Alan Turing honored on UK's new 50-pound note

By Pan Pylas, Associated Press

The rainbow flag flew proudly Thursday above the Bank of England in the heart of London's financial district to commemorate World War II codebreaker Alan Turing, the new face of Britain's 50-pound note.

Works by Janet Jackson, Kermit the Frog, among recordings added to Library of Congress

By Associated Press

The library selects titles for preservation because of their cultural and historic importance to the American soundscape. The titles have to be at least 10 years old.

Tanglewood music festival to resume after 2020 cancellation

By William J. Kole, Associated Press

The orchestra said contactless ticketing, stringent cleaning protocols, mask-wearing and social distancing will be in place for the festival, which is being shortened from its usual 12-week run to about half that.

This dish has gotten chef Gabriela Cámara through the pandemic

By Joshua Barajas

For chef Gabriela Cámara, the recipe she’s been turning to the most during the pandemic is a fresh tuna pasta with tomatoes and capers.

George C. Wolfe, Anne Carson win PEN achievement awards

By Associated Press

Tony Award-winner George C. Wolfe and Canadian poet-translator Anne Carson are among this year's winners of PEN America awards for career achievement.

How one doctor's love for poetry helps him communicate with patients better

By Jeffrey Brown, Anne Azzi Davenport

As a part of our Arts and Culture series, CANVAS, Jeffrey Brown takes a look at the intersection of the alchemy of health and art with his profile of Fady Joudah, the physician-poet — or perhaps poet-physician.

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