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VIDEO August 27, 2024

Cirque du Soleil performer falls during Portland show

Witness describes tension at Portland Expo Center following incident during KOOZA performance. (Credit: KPTV)

LIFESTYLE August 23, 2024

Meet the American who invented the folding beach chair, Fredric Arnold, WWII hero, innovator, artist, actor

Artist and World War II combat pilot Fredric Arnold famously invented the collapsible beach chair, but his most important work was a monumental tribute to American war heroes.

World August 21, 2024

Gustav Klimt masterpiece ‘Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer,’ dating back over a century, took 4 years to complete

"The Portrait of Adele Bloch Bauer I" was created by artist Gustav Klimt. The portrait was taken by Nazis but eventually returned to the family's heirs.

Music August 18, 2024

Musical instruments for beginner musicians that are easy to learn

No matter how old you are, it's never too late to learn an instrument. As a beginner musician, consider something like the ukulele or harmonica.

LIFESTYLE August 17, 2024

On this day in history, August 17, 1945, George Orwell's 'Animal Farm' is published

Written by visionary George Orwell, "Animal Farm," a political fable still studied all over the world, was published on this day in history, Aug. 17, 1945.

Arts August 13, 2024

Fans of elusive artist believe Banksy has completed weeklong series of artwork with gorilla silhouette

Banksy, the elusive street artist, has left behind a series of works of art which depict various animals in silhouette and color. Fans have flocked to his recent work to photograph it.

LIFESTYLE August 9, 2024

On this day in history, August 9, 1854, influential 'Walden' by Henry David Thoreau is published

On this day in history, August 9, 1954, the influential "Walden, or a Life in the Woods," by Henry David Thoreau was published, about the virtues of simple living in a modern world.

LIFESTYLE August 8, 2024

Farmers carve ‘Peanuts’ comic characters in corn mazes nationwide to celebrate 75-year anniversary

Farmers across the United States and Canada have dedicated their corn mazes to the "Peanuts" creator to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the comic strip.

New York August 6, 2024

Discover New York’s diverse boroughs, notable sights throughout the Big Apple

Discover the best of New York City, from Manhattan's iconic landmarks to Brooklyn's hidden gems. Plan your NYC trip to include these must-see spots and locations.

LIFESTYLE August 3, 2024

Art historian spots ancient portrait thought to be lost in the background of photo shared on social media

A portrait of King Henry VIII that was thought to be lost was rediscovered by an art historian while he was scrolling through social media.

LIFESTYLE July 27, 2024

On this day in history, July 27, 1940, Bugs Bunny debuts in animated film 'A Wild Hare'

On this day in history, July 27, 1940, Bugs Bunny, now an iconic pop culture cartoon character, debuted in the short animated film "A Wild Hare," released by Warner Brothers.