Kennedy Center Closure Prompts Legal Fight Over Trump-Backed Renovation
The federal judge denied a Democratic lawmaker’s request for an emergency hearing on the closure, which began on Tuesday.The federal judge denied a Democratic lawmaker’s
Scientists Warn of Flood Risks to 8 Himalayan Countries after Nepal Disaster
The catastrophe set off alarms in a region with thousands of glaciers spanning eight nations. Better monitoring and cooperation between the countries could save lives,
Japan Raises Interest Rates to 31-Year High Under U.S. Pressure
The Bank of Japan’s widely expected move followed an unusual campaign by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent for tighter monetary policy.The Bank of Japan’s widely expected
Music
San Francisco Opera Reaches Deal With Orchestra, Ending Strike
Nearly a week after opening night was canceled while patrons were in their seats, the musicians agreed to a four-year contract. The deal still needs
5 Minutes to Make You Love John Coltrane’s ‘A Love Supreme’
Ahead of John Coltrane’s centennial, listen deeply to his 1965 spiritual jazz masterpiece as Ravi Coltrane, Lalah Hathaway and other musicians and writers reflect on its legacy. ​Ahead of John Coltrane’s centennial, listen deeply to his 1965 spiritual jazz masterpiece as Ravi Coltrane, Lalah Hathaway and other musicians and writers reflect on its legacy. Read More
New York Performing Arts Library Gets $60 Million Gift for Preservation
The anonymous donation, the library’s largest ever, will support digitization of archival items related to theater, dance and music. ​The anonymous donation, the library’s largest ever, will support digitization of archival items related to theater, dance and music. Read More
Gregor Benko, Who Resurrected a Vanished Musical World, Dies at 82
For over 60 years, he unearthed rare early piano recordings, illuminating an expressive, highly individual style that had fallen from favor. ​For over 60 years, he unearthed rare early piano recordings, illuminating an expressive, highly individual style that had fallen from favor. Read More
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