Opinion | Why Mamdani Frightens Jews Like Me

www.nytimes.com/2025/10/21/o...

Libraries are cutting back on staff and services after Trump's order to dismantle small agency Libraries across the United States have cut back on some digital services weeks after the Trump administration's move to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

apnews.com/article/inst...

Kennedy Center Staff Vote to Unionize After Trump Takeover The union demanded "freedom from partisan interference in programming," among other stipulations.

playbill.com/article/kenn...

Opinion | George Saunders: Shame on the White House

Explore this gift article from The New York Times. You can read it for free without a subscription. www.nytimes.com/2025/05/13/o...

Thank you Dr. Nelson.

Trump Administration Fires Librarian of Congress

Explore this gift article from The New York Times. You can read it for free without a subscription. www.nytimes.com/2025/05/08/u...

This was horrible and unjust. She is my dear friend and mentor.

Senator Markey stands with Dr. Carla Hayden and a group of children at the Malden Library

Donald Trump just fired my dear friend Dr. Carla Hayden—the Librarian of Congress—via email. This is disgraceful. The Library of Congress represents some of the best America has to offer. Equal access to learning for all.

I totally agree. This was horrible.

Trump Abruptly Fires Librarian Of Congress Carla Hayden Trump has abruptly fired Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden as the White House continues to purge the federal government of those perceived to oppose the president.

Trump abruptly fires Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden

President Trump fires Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden Hayden, who became the first woman and the first African American to serve as the Librarian of Congress when she was appointed in 2016, was abruptly fired via email late Thursday.

www.npr.org/2025/05/09/g...

‘Unbearable’ dread: Hostages’ families demand answers after Trump says only 21 alive 'What does Trump know that we do not?' demands Alon Nimrodi, whose son is still in Gaza, as Israel maintains official number of living captives in Gaza still 24

www.timesofisrael.com/unbearable-d...

At the Kennedy Center, a concert honors the 2025 NEA Jazz Masters amidst turbulence In a fraught moment for two institutions behind the awards, this year's NEA Jazz Masters ceremony celebrated musicians who have upheld the genre's legacy while looking anxiously toward an uncertain fu...

www.npr.org/2025/04/28/n...

Demonstrators rally in 'Hands Off' protests against Trump policies and Musk-led government cuts “Hands Off!” rallies took place in Chicago, Boston, Washington, D.C., New York City and other cities across the country on Saturday.

www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...

Leader Jeffries: "Donald Trump won the Elise Stefanik district by 21 points in November 2024. He withdrew her nomination to be U.N. Ambassador because the extremists are afraid they will lose the special election to replace her."

This is painful, and saddening, and embarrassing. I feel like we're losing a member of the family - and for no good reason other than that some Americans wanted another season of the worst reality TV show in history.

Top Senate Republican Protests Trump Bid to Withhold Spending Senator Susan Collins of Maine, the chairwoman of the Appropriations Committee, joined top Democrats in insisting that the president does not have the power to “pick and choose” what to fund.

Breaking News: A top Senate Republican teamed up with Democrats to accuse President Trump of illegally refusing to spend $2.9 billion in approved funds.

Archaeologists Unearth Ancient Clay Puppets With Open Mouths and Detachable Heads That 'Resemble Modern Toy Dolls' The figurines were discovered in a largely unexcavated site in El Salvador. Some 2,400 years ago, they were controlled by strings that passed through their necks

www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/a...

YouTube video by Rodgers & Hammerstein 60 Iconic Moments from The Sound of Music I Celebrating Its 60th Anniversary in 2025!

youtube.com/watch?v=q0y-...
One of my favorite movies

After Oct. 7, Israel’s new National Library helps a resilient nation turn the page The $225 million building opened to the public just days after the Hamas atrocities - and has become an unexpected source of unity for a diverse society craving culture in wartime

www.timesofisrael.com/after-oct-7-...

2025 Olivier Awards nominations announced, with 'Fiddler on the Roof' leading | London Theatre Find out the full details of the 2025 Olivier Award nominations. The ceremony will take place at the Royal Albert Hall on 6 April, with Beverley Knight and Billy Porter hosting. Read more on LondonThe...

www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatre-news...

The sky is no limit: Reserve soldier with cerebral palsy summits Mt. Kilimanjaro Walking with crutches through the ice and snow, Maayan Gabai ascends Africa's tallest mountain with a group of 30 Israelis, helps raise NIS 1 million for Shalva, a non-profit for people with disabilit...

www.timesofisrael.com/the-sky-is-n...

Teen in critical condition after terror suspect plows car into bus stop, injuring 13 Attacker identified as Jamil Zayoud, a 53-year-old Palestinian from the Jenin area of the West Bank who had been living illegally in Israel with his Arab Israeli wife

www.timesofisrael.com/teen-in-crit...

I just want to say thank you to everyone who has reached out with kindness and encouragement, both personally and in these social media streets. So very proud of The Reidout @joy.msnbc.com team, who are truly family, and all of our supporters & friends. See you tomorrow night at 7, one more time ‼️

So blessed to know you, friend!

Broadway Stars To Perform Kennedy Center’s Canceled ‘Finn’ Musical At New York Town Hall; Andrew Rannells, Andrea Martin, Kelli O’Hara, Bonnie Milligan, Jessie Mueller & More Join Benefit Andrew Rannells, Andrea Martin, Kelli O’Hara, Bonnie Milligan, Jessie Mueller, Nikki M. James, Jose Llana, and Hennessy Winkler will perform on March 17.

deadline.com/2025/02/finn...

Brandi Carlile Premieres Nature-Inspired Track 'Wandering' Brandi Carlile has released a new song, "Wandering," which was written and recorded for nature series 'The Americas.'

www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...

Honor the Bibas Family – #OrangeForBibas

This Wednesday, we mourn the heartbreaking loss of Shiri, Kfir, and Ariel Bibas. Their innocence was stolen, but their memory will live on. 🕯️

Former hostage Liri Albag lights candles in memory of Ariel, Kfir, and Shiri Bibas' at Hostage Square.

Liri knows firsthand what the Bibas family endured. She lived it, too, and feels their pain.