New book examines Massachusetts ties to a failed plot to kill JFK
New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer and Josh Mensch mingle hidden history with nail-biting detective work in their latest book, "The JFK Conspiracy, The Secret Plot to Kill Kennedy-And Why it Failed." The book takes a deep dive into a 1960 assassination plot shortly after Kennedy’s election and before his inauguration.
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GBH Music Holiday Spectacular 2024
Celebrate the season with the GBH Music Holiday Spectacular, a family-friendly concert and an opportunity for music lovers to be part of a live television production at GBH’s headquarters in Brighton.
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Before they were 2025 Grammy Award winners, they were Tiny Desk performers
Many of the major winners who picked up trophies on music's biggest night have graced the Tiny Desk. Watch their performances here.
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BAMS Fest highlights local and national artists, showcasing Boston’s rich cultural heritage
The Boston Arts and Music Soul Fest, also known as BAMS Fest, takes over Franklin Park’s Playstead Field June 29 and 30. -
Boston’s cricket craze continues as the US co-hosts Men’s T20 World Cup
For the first time, the U.S. is co-hosting the Men’s World Cup with the West Indies. Just another indication of the growing enthusiasm in America for cricket, the second most popular sport in the world after soccer. -
In ‘Horror Movie,’ novelist Paul Tremblay explores the legend of a cursed cult classic horror film
"The part of it I just really wanted to dig into is the collaborative process. When do these people go over a line where this group thought, 'Well, we're making decisions that are best for the movie and not necessarily the best for the individuals'?" says author Paul Tremblay.
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