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MLB June 5

Mural honoring baseball icon Jackie Robinson defaced in Miami; police investigating

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick called vandalism of the art a "hate crime." A 7-year-old boy discovered Nazi symbols on the murals of the baseball legends.

Donald Trump May 30

Donald Trump fires National Portrait Gallery director for being 'strong supporter' of DEI

President Donald Trump dismisses Kim Sajet from the National Portrait Gallery, citing her support for DEI as inappropriate, amid a broader purge of officials opposing his agenda.

Lifestyle May 22

Abraham Lincoln's possessions sell for millions as bloodstained gloves top auction

Lincoln's assassination artifacts, including gloves and a "wanted" poster, fetched high bids at an auction to repay a loan by the Lincoln Presidential Foundation.

Melania Trump May 16

Melania Trump statue sawed off at the ankles and stolen in Slovenia

A bronze statue of Melania Trump was stolen in Slovenia. Created by Brad Downey and Ales Zupevc, it replaced a wooden version destroyed by arson in 2020.

Entertainment May 16

Kennedy Center promotes first explicitly pro-Christian feature in years as part of new ‘family-friendly’ focus

The Kennedy Center is seeking to expand its family-focused and pro-faith programming, starting with a special event June 1, a screening of the cartoon movie "King of Kings."

Donald Trump May 10

Sculpture depicting iconic Trump assassination attempt photo displayed in Oval Office

A bronze statue commemorating Trump's survival of the Butler, PA, assassination attempt was displayed in the Oval Office Friday, showing Trump raising his fist as Secret Service agents surround him.

Travel April 18

Secret 'Sistine Chapel' decked out with frescos in unlikely location

"Maine’s Sistine Chapel" or the South Solon Meeting House, in Waterville, Maine, is covered with 70-year-old fresco murals painted by artists in the 1950s.

VIDEO April 12

Nude sculpture stands 'tall and proud' above San Francisco's Embarcadero Plaza

"R-Evolution," the 2015 45-foot-tall sculpture of a nude woman, was originally created for Burning Man before making its current home in San Francisco. (Credit: KTVU)

US April 12

Massive nude woman sculpture in blue city sparks reaction after public unveiling: 'Embarrassed'

San Francisco unveiled a 45-foot nude statue, prompting criticism across the political spectrum as homelessness and public safety dominate headlines.

VIDEO April 12

San Francisco nude statue installation causes backlash

“R-Evolution,” a 2015 statue commemorated for the Burning Man festival of the same year, was recently installed at the Embarcadero facing the Ferry Building in San Francisco. (Credit: KTVU)

Media March 27

Actor Willem Dafoe slams President Trump's 'very invasive' takeover of The Kennedy Center

Hollywood and prolific stage actor Willem Dafoe took aim at President Donald Trump's decision to remove The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts leadership.