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The MacArthur Foundation wants bold solutions to big problems — the prize is $100M
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
The MacArthur Foundation is looking for ideas that would solve one of the biggest global challenges. The winning proposal will receive $100 million.
One of these novelists will receive the $150K Carol Shields Prize
Tuesday, April 09, 2024
The shortlist for the Carol Shields Prize was announced Tuesday morning. The award recognizes "creativity and excellence in fiction by women and non-binary writers in Canada and the United States."
Remembering musician Casey Benjamin of the Robert Glasper Experiment, dead at 45
Tuesday, April 02, 2024
The saxophonist best known for his work as part of the Grammy Award-winning Robert Glasper Experiment was 45.
Comedian Kevin Hart gets Mark Twain Prize
Monday, March 25, 2024
Comedian, writer and producer Kevin Hart received the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at a star-studded event last night at the Kennedy Center.
The first Black pilot of a commercial airline has died at 89
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
David E. Harris became the first Black pilot to fly for a commercial airline when American Airlines hired him in 1964. Announcing Capt. Harris' death, American's CEO called him a "trailblazer."
Maurice Sendak delights children with new book, 12 years after his death
Friday, February 09, 2024
Maurice Sendak's previously unpublished Ten Little Rabbits was released this week. On a visit to the late writer's home, we learned he whistled while he worked. (Story aired on ATC on 2/6/24.)
TikTok removes music from UMG artists, including Olivia Rodrigo and Taylor Swift
Thursday, February 01, 2024
TikTok has removed all Universal Music Group music from its platform, according to a spokesperson for the company. UMG argues, among other things, that TikTok is not compensating its artists fairly.
Fellow standups come to Jo Koy's defense after Golden Globes
Thursday, January 11, 2024
By most accounts of this week's Golden Globes, Jo Koy bombed. But fellow stand up comedians like Steve Martin, Michael Che, Kevin Hart and Whoopi Goldberg are coming to his defense.
A look at the excellence celebrated in tonight's airing of Kennedy Center Honors
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
The Kennedy Center Honors will broadcast on CBS Wednesday evening. This year's Honorees are Dionne Warwick, Billy Crystal, Renee Fleming, Barry Gibb and Queen Latifah.
Pink gives away 2,000 banned books at Florida concerts
Thursday, November 16, 2023
The pop music icon is taking a stand against the libraries and classrooms around the U.S. that have removed books due to claims of inappropriate content related to sexuality, gender identity and race.
Kevin Hart will receive the Mark Twain Prize — humor's highest honor
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
The 25th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor will go to comedian, actor, writer and entrepreneur Kevin Hart. Past recipients include George Carlin, Eddie Murphy, Carol Burnett and Adam Sandler.
4 takeaways from Disney's earnings call
Wednesday, November 08, 2023
The Walt Disney Co. announced its fourth quarter and yearly earnings on Wednesday. Revenues for the quarter and year grew 5% and 7%, respectively.
Scream time: Has your kid been frightened by a horror movie trailer?
Monday, October 30, 2023
Ads for horror movies and TV shows seem to be everywhere around Halloween — including during shows that kids might be watching. Avoiding them is a challenge.
American Museum of Natural History will remove human remains from public display
Monday, October 30, 2023
New York's American Museum of Natural History holds the remains of some 12,000 people. The museum is removing human remains from public display and reviewing its repatriation procedures.
Remembering pioneering female rock DJ Dusty Street
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
One of the first female rock DJs Dusty Street passed away recently. She was outspoken about the corporatization of music radio which ultimately lead to her being laid off from KROQ.
With 12 siblings, comic Zainab Johnson has plenty to joke about in new special
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Comedian, writer and actor Zainab Johnson turns personal chaos into comedy. In her new special, Hijabs Off, she talks about being a Black Muslim, growing up in Harlem, having 12 siblings, and dating.
Natural History Museum vows better stewardship of human bones
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
New York's American Museum of Natural History plans to improve its stewardship of thousands of human remains in its collection, which includes the bones of Native Americans and enslaved Black people.
Have you heard of Margaret Winkler? She's the woman behind Disney's 100th birthday
Monday, October 16, 2023
On Oct. 16, 1923, Margaret Winkler agreed to produce and distribute Alice Comedies, a new series by Walt Disney. That contract is considered the founding document of The Walt Disney Company.
Walmart heir wants museums to attract more people and donates $40 million to help
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Alice Walton's foundation Art Bridges will give grants to dozens of museums around the country.
In a new picture book for kids, a lot of random stuff gets banned
Sunday, October 08, 2023
The author of This Book Is Banned says they hope kids have fun with it — and also learn about censorship.