Arts

Travel 1 day ago

OnlyFans stars and TikTok influencers are 'dominating' visas for their 'extraordinary ability'

OnlyFans stars and TikTok influencers are increasingly applying for O-1 "extraordinary ability" work visas that have been traditionally used by Hollywood celebrities.

Media 4 days ago

Washington National Opera to depart Trump-Kennedy Center amid reported financial difficulties

The Washington National Opera will terminate its affiliation agreement with the Trump-Kennedy Center due to ongoing financial challenges that predate current leadership.

Opinion December 31

DAVID MARCUS: Five ways to make the Trump-Kennedy Center great in 2026

Performers are canceling shows at the Trump Kennedy Center over the venue's new name, but one critic sees opportunity with five bold suggestions.

Donald Trump December 27

Kennedy Center president demands $1M from jazz musician who canceled Christmas Eve show

Kennedy Center president seeks $1 million from jazz musician Chuck Redd after he canceled his Christmas Eve show over Trump renaming controversy.

Media December 9

Controversial 'OCTOBER 7' survivors play coming to Trump-led Kennedy Center after past threats

A new play documenting real survivor accounts of Hamas' horrific Oct. 7 attack on Israel is coming next month to the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.

Health December 6

Creative hobbies keep the brain young, study finds; here are the best ones to pursue

An international study of 1,400-plus adults reveals creative activities like music, dance and art make brains appear biologically younger than their actual age.

Lifestyle November 28

Rare great white shark encounter off Maine coast captured in heart-stopping National Geographic photo

National Geographic has unveiled its Pictures of the Year, showcasing 25 stunning photos taken in 2025, including this shark image and more shots captured in the United States.

New York City November 10

Mamdani’s wife’s 'student sketchbook’ art is Hunter Biden effect all over again, says US artist

Artist Jon McNaughton compares Rama Duwaji to Hunter Biden, citing the NYC mayor-elect's wife's politically charged Instagram posts and black-and-white drawings.

Travel November 8

Louvre heist in broad daylight amid apparent security lapses puts global museums on alert

The heist at the Louvre highlighted the challenges of protecting highly valued works of art and other prized items, from the famous "Mona Lisa" theft in 1911 to modern museum heists.

Travel October 21

Louvre heist adds to history of high-profile museum breaches, leaves other galleries on edge

Museum security concerns rise after the latest Louvre robbery, as experts recall other major art thefts, including the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum's still-unsolved heist from 1990.