August 10, 2026

Critique of PBS’s Arts Reporting and Funding

Many question the government’s decision to halt funding for PBS. A recent NewsHour segment may add weight to their arguments. Touted as straight reporting, the segment raised few serious questions. It avoided complex debates, opting instead for a seemingly unanimous consensus. PBS is known for this reporting style, but its recent arts segment highlighted it […]

August 10, 2026

Reviving Vintage Computers: A Passion for the Past

Josh Dersch, a software engineer from Seattle, dedicates significant time to restoring vintage computers in his garage. His collection, exceeding 200 devices, reflects his enthusiasm for understanding technology’s roots. Dersch states, “It’s always been fascinating to see the origins of things. It’s a fun challenge to debug and repair. You can understand the entire system […]

August 9, 2026

Marc Padeu: Blending Renaissance Art with African Inspiration

Marc Padeu, a Cameroonian artist, draws on the richness of Renaissance art, set in African contexts. His painting Sous le poids de la coupe, showcases this blend. Padeu states that as an African artist, he is an heir to a vast history but works in a region lacking artistic infrastructure. His art reimagines European religious […]

August 9, 2026

Gay Talese: A Legacy in Journalism

Gay Talese’s 1969 book, “The Kingdom and the Power,” explored the internal dynamics of The New York Times, detailing the power struggles and familial conflicts. It took Talese six years to complete this non-fiction work, which reads like a novel and became his first bestseller. Talese admitted to being a slow writer, with a critical […]

August 9, 2026

Protests Highlight Divisive Debate Over Gender in Sports

Saturday in Chicago highlighted the ongoing tension surrounding Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham. Supporters gathered peacefully outside the United Center, but faced confrontation from counterprotesters with signs, masks, and explicit music. The messages conveyed included derogatory references to Cunningham and her supporters. During the protest, a self-identified transgender woman expressed concerns about the rights of […]

August 9, 2026

Accessible Performance of ‘The Trojan Women’ at Ancient Epidaurus

EPIDAURUS, Greece (AP) — Christopher Nolan’s film ‘The Odyssey’ has sparked renewed global interest in Homer’s works. In parallel, a unique theatrical performance in Greece is shedding light on another narrative from that era. Instead of focusing on the triumphant return of heroes, the cast of disabled and non-disabled performers presents ‘The Trojan Women’, highlighting […]

August 9, 2026

Divers Find 19th Century Guinness Bottle in Shipwreck

Divers exploring a shipwreck in the English Channel have made a remarkable discovery. While investigating the site of the Mindoro shipwreck, a vessel that sank in 1864, the team uncovered a bottle sealed with a label reading ‘Guinness Extra Stout, London.’ The shipwreck site presented a haunting scene beneath the water’s surface. Numerous glass bottles […]

August 8, 2026

Virtual Speed Dating: A Blend of Tradition and Technology

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the online dating landscape, leading to skepticism about authenticity on dating apps. Many singles wonder if they are truly interacting with real individuals or AI-generated profiles. Chabad, a Jewish organization, is addressing these concerns by merging AI with human matchmaking to foster genuine relationships. Chabad plans a landmark virtual speed […]

August 8, 2026

Trump’s Legal Moves Against the Media

President Donald J. Trump has received a temporary reprieve in his legal battle with the BBC. This week, a federal judge in Florida paused an order requiring Trump to disclose financial details of his business empire. U.S. District Judge Roy Altman is considering an amended complaint from Trump, aimed at narrowing his defamation claim to […]

August 7, 2026

Kochi’s Remaining Jews Strive to Preserve Their Heritage

As dusk settles over Kochi’s historic Jew Town, Keith Hallegua walks to the Paradesi Synagogue, wearing a gray kippah. It is Shavuot, the Jewish festival honoring God’s delivery of the Torah to Moses. Hallegua arrives knowing he will pray alone, lacking the minyan required for communal service. He stands as the synagogue’s last local attendee, […]