Meet three authors who wrote some of the most banned books in America
Jodi Picoult, Maia Kobabe and Sandra Cisneros have each written books that have been challenged and banned throughout the country.
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Culture in the News
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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Encore: Not Your Average Guidebook - 'A People's Guide' Sheds Light On Greater Boston's Untold Histories
Three local co-authors present a new guidebook, one that offers an expanded history to the region. -
Picasso Kept In Maine House Closet For 50 Years Is Sold
AMESBURY, Mass. (AP) — A mixed-media painting attributed to Pablo Picasso has been sold after spending 50 years in a closet in a house in Maine.John… -
A Reading List For Black Expats From 'Basic Black'
These books share a different aspect of the Black Expat experience — from escaping America's institutional racism, to finding belonging and even the challenges one could experience abroad.
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Elza van den Heever Sings "Ah! Dal ciel discenda un raggio"
Elisabetta (Elza van den Heever) sings of the revenge she will take on Maria Stuarda.| 1:56 -
"Figlia impura di Bolena"
Joyce DiDonato and Elza van den Heever sing together in the Act I finale.| 3:42 -
Episode 32, Season 1<br> How Charlie Parker Changed Jazz Forever
Charlie Parker, a legendary jazz musician, influenced bebop, jazz, and many genres today.| 11:46 -
Episode 8, Season 9<br> "After Spiritualism," Artist Keith Morris Washington, & more
"After Spiritualism" at the Fitchburg Art museum, Artist Keith Morris Washington, and more| 26:46
