ARCHAEOLOGY

France 1 day ago

French lawmakers vote to condemn 1961 massacre of Algerian protesters

The French National Assembly voted Thursday to condemn the brutality of a 1961 police crackdown on Algerian protesters, which left about 120 people dead.

New York 1 day ago

Ariana DeBose to host Tony Awards for third consecutive year, this time at new location

Ariana DeBose, known for her roles in theater, including an Oscar win for "West Side Story," will return as host for the Tony Awards, marking her third year.

Italy 1 day ago

Significance of Michelangelo’s 'David' statue is being diminished by souvenirs, Italian curators say

Since its creation in 1504, Michelangelo's David has been a symbol of Italian culture. Curators are now voicing concerns about the commercialization of the statue.

China 2 days ago

Beijing residents play fetch with migratory birds in ancient Chinese tradition

In winter or early spring in Beijing, some residents continue to engage in a tradition dating back to the Qing Dynasty where they play fetch with birds.

Louisiana 2 days ago

New Orleans Jazz Fest to feature vibrant cultural showcase and culinary delights

The Fair Grounds Race Course in New Orleans is gearing up for the 2024 New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, which will span two weekends in late April and early May.

US 2 days ago

Richard Serra, renowned American sculptor, dies at 85

Richard Serra, a renowned American artist and sculptor known for his large-scale outdoor artworks, passed away at 85 at his home in Long Island, New York.

Obituary 3 days ago

Martin Greenfield, celebrity tailor and Holocaust survivor, dead at 95

Martin Greenfield, the celebrity tailor who immigrated to the United States after surviving the Holocaust, has died at the age of 95, his sons announced on social media

North Carolina March 22

NC Supreme Court declines challenge to Confederate monument's removal

The North Carolina Supreme Court declined Friday to revive a challenge to the city of Asheville's decision to remove a monument to Civil War-era Gov. Zebulon Vance.

Amphibians March 22

Creature named after Kermit the Frog offers clues on amphibian evolution, scientists say

Texas scientists say that a fossilized skull dating back 270 million years was named Kermitops gratus after the beloved Muppet character Kermit the Frog.

Politics March 22

Female athlete injured by transgender player slams Dem lawmakers who dismissed dangers

Former high-school volleyball player Payton McNabb, who was injured by a transgender woman during a sports match in 2022, torches Dem lawmakers who claimed trans women cause no harm in women's sports.