Arts

The character known as Handala, created by Naji Al-Ali in 1969, is making an imprint on art and as a protest symbol.The character known as Handala, created by Naji Al-Ali in 1969, is making an imprint on art and as a protest symbol. Read More

The free-expression group has been engulfed by debate over its response to the Gaza war that forced the cancellation of its literary awards and annual festival.The free-expression group has been engulfed by debate over its response to the Gaza war that forced the cancellation of its literary awards and annual festival. Read More

Speedrunners are using algorithms and canny methods against a fire-breathing dragon to complete Minecraft, which is turning 15 this week, more swiftly than ever.Speedrunners are using algorithms and canny methods against a fire-breathing dragon to complete Minecraft, which is turning 15 this week, more swiftly than ever. Read More

The “Big Bang Theory” spinoff aired its last episodes Thursday night, but the franchise will continue on CBS this fall.The “Big Bang Theory” spinoff aired its last episodes Thursday night, but the franchise will continue on CBS this fall. Read More

Multiple films this year, including the new family comedy “IF,” explore the concept of imaginary friends on the big screen.Multiple films this year, including the new family comedy “IF,” explore the concept of imaginary friends on the big screen. Read More

Broadway is still recovering from the pandemic. A state tax-credit program has helped, but watchdogs say it aids some shows that don’t need a boost.Broadway is still recovering from the pandemic. A state tax-credit program has helped, but watchdogs say it aids some shows that don’t need a boost. Read More

Sports video games are emotionally powerful and an opportunity for bragging rights. Which one is still stuck in your mind?Sports video games are emotionally powerful and an opportunity for bragging rights. Which one is still stuck in your mind? Read More

The French writer Laurent Gaudé taps into collective trauma from the Nov. 13, 2015 terrorist outrage and channels it into something like catharsis.The French writer Laurent Gaudé taps into collective trauma from the Nov. 13, 2015 terrorist outrage and channels it into something like catharsis. Read More

Ilana Glazer and Michelle Buteau star in Pamela Adlon’s pregnancy comedy, but it never quite lands.Ilana Glazer and Michelle Buteau star in Pamela Adlon’s pregnancy comedy, but it never quite lands. Read More

A gallery shows works on paper with roots in performance art, and a film that documents their creation.A gallery shows works on paper with roots in performance art, and a film that documents their creation. Read More