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The Ruby Red Slippers worn by Judy Garland in the movie the "Wizard of Oz" are displayed at the Smithsonian Museum of American History in Washington, U.S., April 18, 2017. Photo by Joshua Roberts/Reuters

Arts Jan 29

Dying thief who stole ruby slippers from the Judy Garland Museum in 2005 gets no prison time

By Steve Karnowski, Associated Press

Arts Oct 24

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Who’s footing the bill to restore the ruby slippers

In our NewsHour Shares moment of the day, Judy Garland’s iconic ruby slippers from “The Wizard of Oz” are one of the most popular attractions at the National Museum of American History. But since their debut on the yellow brick…

By Julia Griffin

Nation Oct 24

Crowdfunding raises $300,000 in a week for ruby slippers restoration

Dorothy’s iconic ruby slippers from the Wizard of Oz will shine for years to come, thanks to a successful Kickstarter campaign by the Smithsonian Institute.

By Alison Thoet

World Oct 18

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News Wrap: Russia and Syria halt Aleppo strikes, ahead of short-term pause for aid

In our news wrap Tuesday, Russia and Syria halted air strikes on Aleppo, ahead of a short-term halt to all fighting in the city scheduled for Thursday. Also, a 72-hour halt to fighting in Yemen is also in the works…

By PBS News Hour

Arts Oct 06

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Why ‘Over the Rainbow’ takes us to a magical, musical place

What makes the song "Over the Rainbow" an indelible classic? Jeffrey Brown talks to composer and musician Rob Kapilow, who helps explain why we love the story of a girl caught yearning for both home and adventure.

By PBS News Hour

Mar 13

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Essayist Considers the Power of War Photography

NewsHour Essayist Roger Rosenblatt reflects on the power of a single war photo - this one of a Palestinian boy from Monday's New York Times front page.

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