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Pleasant-sounding words might have a leg up.
While medical school may teach students about how the body works, it often neglects the social, political and cultural factors…
When the film premiered, theatergoers fainted and vomited. It went on to inspire a series of copycat films – while fomenting…
The secular carol doesn’t mention Jesus, angels or wise men, while reminding listeners of what makes them not just American,…
The history of whiskey is one of perception, not necessarily quality.
Norman Lear brought the first nuclear Black family to prime-time television in 1974.
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The TV producer showed how storytelling can bridge divides and serve as a beacon of truth in a complex world.
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By disguising her name, Alcott could publish in less prestigious venues without worrying about tarnishing her literary reputation.
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The original storyline for Road Dahl’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” contained some stunning parallels to the…
For years, the biggest video game publishers have operated under the assumption that compelling stories and captivating…
Innovations in AI seem to be spurring interest in what is or isn’t real, accurate and human.
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Watching a woman character star in a fictional political TV drama can spark viewers, particularly women, to vote, campaign…
Since 2019, fans of the TV series ‘Supernatural’ have flocked to Austin, where their encounters with 1967 Impalas customized…
The use of music in theater goes back to ancient Greece, and its popularity has grown to the modern-day productions of ‘Hamilton.’