Thanksgiving is one of those few national holidays when a semi-religious sentiment is allowed. It peeks through in reply to two obvious questions: Thanksgiving to whom for what? In search of an answer ...

A new exhibition that documents the impact of the Industrial Revolution features several 1800s artists, writers and thinkers ...

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By Dave Kim The celebrity chef’s second children’s book, “Billy and the Epic Escape,” faced accusations that it stereotyped First Nations people in Australia. By Ali Watkins Our ...

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The latest from the chronicler of urban grit known for “Lush Life” and “Clockers” — as well as writing on “The Wire” TV series — is set in 2008 in East Harlem, where a five-story ...

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The turbulent and troubled life of Vivien Leigh comes to light in Lyndsy Spence's new book. Ysenda Maxtone Graham discovers the mental turmoil the actress battled with. Roger Lewis uncovers the ...

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