One of the things people appreciate about books, bookstores and libraries is that they provide a reprieve from the day’s news. Mostly. Although I can barely recall the tense, five-week election ...

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The Wiz” is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a national tour bursting with vivid color and unabashed joy.

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Palestinian militants have so far released 15 bodies of hostages that were held in Gaza for the past two years as part of the ...

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