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Trump Limited Access By Canadians To Shared Library On US/Canada Border. Now Anger On Both Sides

Coming at a time of heightened tensions between the two countries, the decision is prompting an outpouring of emotion in communities on both sides of the border, which in places has been marked simply by flower pots. - AP News

Ticket Prices For Popular Shows Are Now Out Of Reach For Most

Tickets for the hottest Broadway shows are now out of reach for many. And the same is true for other sought-after live events, such as pop concerts (which now cost hundreds, sometimes thousands, of dollars per ticket) and big sports games. - The New York Times

The Real State Of The Kennedy Center (And Its Current Chaos)

The second week of March, when the Kennedy Center typically announces programming for the next season, has come and gone. Across Washington, venues like The Anthem and Shakespeare Theatre Company are fielding calls from artists and organizations looking for somewhere else to perform. - MSNBC

Why Trump Took On The Kennedy Center

It's no coincidence that Trump is staging a putsch in this cultural jewel. It's no coincidence that he spends time there. It's no coincidence that he sees it as a weapon against the left-wing elites, whom he intends to humiliate. For one thing, it's one of the few places where he can act. - Le Monde

The Clown Car Didn’t Used To Have Any Room For Women

But, centuries in, things may be changing. - The New York Times

The Oregon Symphony Makes A Significant Schedule Change

Though, in retrospect, why was the Oregon Symphony regularly performing on Monday nights anyway? - Oregon ArtsWatch

The Many Small Details That Make Up The Wes Anderson Universe

Anderson “believed that, because even the smallest items help create a world onscreen, they needed to be ‘fully formed pieces of art and design.’” - The New York Times

Suzanne Collins Of The Hunger Games Is Not Bowing To BookTok’s Whims

“Who are we if not citizens of the Capitol, tuning in to the show, priming ourselves for the emotional punch of the next death, feeling moved to send sponsor gifts to children who are stuck in caves and trees, awaiting the moments of their demise?” - Slate

How Tate Modern, Now A Quarter-Century Old, Transformed London

“It was genuinely groundbreaking in its relationship with the city. The bridge over to St Paul’s was conceived really early on and it caused a great opening up of the river. ... It has helped London develop its confidence.” - The Observer (UK)

In A Hollywood Of Perfect Teeth, Some Actors Are Starting To Buck The Trend

Truly, how can one act without dental veneers? Apparently, “the current trend is shifting away from ‘catalog' smiles.” Perfect, but not too perfect. - El País

Was The So-Called AI Backlash To The Brutalist All Part Of Other Studios’ Plans?

David Cronenberg thinks so. "It’s very much a Harvey Weinstein kind of thing, though he wasn’t around,” the director said. - The Hollywood Reporter

The Gallerists Of Taipei

“Taiwan offers a unique blend of strong collector support, rich cultural diversity and a climate of freedom and openness — the ideal ingredients for a strong art scene.” - The New York Times

Three Out Of Four Members Of A British Punk Rock Band Were Denied Entry To The US

Bassist Alvin “Gibbs, along with bandmates Marc Carrey and Stefan Häublein, were deported back to the UK following their detainment. Only vocalist Charlie Harper had been allowed entry.” - The Guardian (UK)

Did Facebook Mean For Their Gag Order To Create A Bestseller?

“The moment that an arbitrator (requested by Meta) slapped Wynn-Williams with a gag order, banning her from promoting her memoir, Careless People, he handed her the kind of publicity no book party could match.” - Vulture (MSN)

Film Fans’ Favorite Supply Closet

“The real appeal of the Criterion Closet is emotional. It’s a place to let your movie obsessions—your obscure taste, your love of cult classics, your knowledge of directorial deep cuts—run wild and then be recognized for them.” - The Atlantic

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