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Vieux Farka Toure Follows in his Father’s Musical Footsteps

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Vieux Farka Toure Follows His Father’s Footsteps But Breaks New Path

On his third studio album, "The Secret," Toure blends American and African blues, soul and funk, producing a unique hybrid of melodies.

Culture Canvas

In this week's arts and culture headlines, Sean Penn assists in the release of two American hikers jailed in Iran.

The Daily Frame

Actors perform Kunqu, one of the oldest forms of Chinese Opera, on the subway this week in Nanjing, China. Photo by: ChinaFotoPress /Getty Images.

Novelist Banks Explores Sex Crime Outcasts’ Social, Psychological Issues

In the novel "Lost Memory of Skin," author Russell Banks delves into deep issues of American life rarely raised or seen by most people. Jeffrey Brown and Banks discuss the book that explores a fictional group of convicted sex offenders.

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Extended Conversation: Russell Banks on ‘Lost Memory of Skin’

Author Russell Banks discusses his latest book, 'Lost Memory of Skin.'…

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Extended Interview: Russell Banks Discusses ‘Lost Memory of Skin’

By Molly Finnegan

A squalid encampment under a causeway in an American city is the unusual and charged setting for a new novel, "Lost Memory of Skin," which explores some deep issues of American life rarely raised and rarely seen by most of…

Seven Notable Banned Books

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The last week of September marks National Banned Books Week. Here are seven books both modern and classic that have been banned or challenged in the past decade. Each book has also been featured on the NewsHour broadcast or website.

Joplin Mural Tells Story of Storm Devastation

A look at a new mural in Joplin, MO.

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New Joplin Mural Tells Story of the Storm

Just a few blocks from the rubble of last year's tornado, a bright new mural has been painted, depicting life in Joplin both before and after the storm.