Reevaluating the NBA GOAT debate: Beyond Jordan and LeBron
Kevin Merida explores why the legendary Celtic Bill Russell should be part of the GOAT debate — for his skills and bravery on and off the court.
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Christian Sands brings “electricity” to the Charles River Jazz Festival
Christian Sands grew up in New England and took up piano when he was six years old. Now 36, he’s recorded with Christian McBride, Gregory Porter, and many others. His latest album is Embracing Dawn and he’ll be performing Saturday July 12 at the Charles River Jazz Festival in Allston.
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Faneuil Hall exhibit asks: What would it look like if the Sam Adams statue was gone?
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Why Salman Rushdie's work sparked decades of controversy
Indian-born British author Salman Rushdie has been the subject of death threats since his book The Satanic Verses was published in 1988. -
Patrick Kelly and California painters meet at the intersection of love and art
GBH Executive Arts Editor Jared Bowen highlights this week's arts displays in and around Boston.
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