Jul 29 Glen Hansard, Irish musician who won Oscar for 'Once,' dies in motorcycle crash By Jill Lawless, Associated Press Ireland's President Catherine Connolly said he was one of Ireland’s great singer-songwriters. Continue reading
Jul 28 Watch 6:15 Board packed with Trump allies votes to weaken protections for historic sites By Anne Azzi Davenport, Jeffrey Brown, Azhar Merchant An advisory council packed with Trump allies voted to weaken federal oversight of construction projects affecting historic sites. Critics are concerned that this move will open the floodgates to endangering preservation of historic and cultural places across the country. Jeffrey… Continue watching
Jul 28 Watch 6:25 Thomas Hampson celebrates U.S. musical history with 'Song of America' By Fred de Sam Lazaro Thomas Hampson is known for the classical vocal traditions rooted in Europe. But for more than 25 years, Hampson has dedicated himself to reviving and celebrating American traditions in song. Fred de Sam Lazaro saw that on full display in… Continue watching
Jul 28 Booker Prize semifinalist list includes previous winners Douglas Stuart, Marlon James, Elizabeth Strout By Jill Lawless, Associated Press Judges read 163 novels to come up with the 13 semifinalists announced Tuesday for the 50,000 pound ($66,000) Booker Prize. Continue reading
Jul 27 Watch 9:35 Documentary explores why U.S. mothers lack support systems found in other countries By Amna Nawaz, Azhar Merchant A new documentary explores the realities of motherhood in America, from the high cost of child care to the culture wars over parenting and raising a family. Amna Nawaz spoke with the filmmakers behind "No Country for Mothers" for our… Continue watching
Jul 27 Carly Simon diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, treated for skin cancer By Maria Sherman, Associated Press Carly Simon, the singer known for “Nobody Does It Better” and other hits, has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Continue reading
Jul 24 Watch 8:18 Ocular artistry: Eye prosthetics become canvases for self-expression By Jeffrey Brown, Mary Fecteau Prosthetics designed to blend in as replacements for missing body parts are becoming tools for creative expression. This is especially true in the community of ocular prosthetics, or artificial eyes. Jeffrey Brown meets a Portland eye maker whose designs are… Continue watching
Jul 23 Watch 7:24 New exhibit showcases the long-hidden artwork of Avital Sagalyn By Jared Bowen, GBH At the tip of Cape Cod, a new exhibition is showcasing the work of an artist who spent two summers there in the 1940s. For much of her life, she remained largely unknown in the art world — by her… Continue watching
Jul 21 Watch 7:22 Anna Deavere Smith brings her family's history to the stage in 'Basil Biggs' By Jeffrey Brown, Karina Cuevas, Hunter Bonaparte Anna Deavere Smith is well known for her acting in films and TV, including on “The West Wing” and “Nurse Jackie.” She’s also made an impact as a playwright, creating her own style of theatrical dramas that explore aspects of… Continue watching
Jul 21 WATCH: 'If you erase it, we will replace it,' Rep. Mfume says of Black history at Smithsonian museums By Maria Ramirez Uribe “We will not let you destroy that museum. No matter how long it takes, how many battles are required, how much effort is needed, we will not allow that to happen,” Rep. Kweisi Mfume said Tuesday. Continue reading