Monday, January 19, 2026 3:59 PM ET
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Tennessee songbird: Dolly Parton's rise to country music superstardom -- "Ain't Nobody's Fool" by Martha Ackmann captures Dolly Parton's talent, her decency, and her cultural significance.3 days ago
'Young Mothers' paints a compassionate portrait of teen motherhood -- Belgian filmmakers Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne veer away from easy solutions to the challenges their "Young Mothers" face, while holding room for growth and change.4 days ago
In Hawaii, climbing Diamond Head is the height of delight -- The hike begins on the crater floor. From there, visitors follow a gradually inclining – and then steep – path up 560 feet.6 days ago
Women seek paths to equality within Latino Christian church leadership -- While women lead informal prayer groups and community outreach, and many have been formally ordained, they struggle to gain senior roles in the ministry.10 days ago
'We have to move with the times': The cloistered life isn't cellphone-free -- Many monks and nuns are almost as tethered to their smart devices as the rest of us.12 days ago
Is AI art an oxymoron? From Tilly Norwood to Breaking Rust, 2025 showed hints of future. -- In 2025, AI bands like Breaking Rust managed to top the charts and AI actor Tilly Norwood announced she was ready for her close-up. But if art is easy and anyone can do it, is it still art?19 days ago
Full hearts, fresh starts: Five writers share their New Year's traditions -- From folding gyoza around the dinner table to beating old pots through the neighborhood, five writers share their favorite year-end traditions.20 days ago
In a war-weary English town, singing together inspires hope -- Ralph Fiennes leads a stellar cast in "The Choral," about an amateur choir struggling to stay afloat as its male singers head off to fight in the Great War.26 days ago
Joy to the world! Concocting Christmas cheer, over the years. -- From scavenging gifts for college roommates to mailing Christmas cheer to loved ones, sometimes the sweetest holiday memories are the simplest.28 days ago
Rob Reiner directed great comedies. He was also a voice for social justice. -- Director Rob Reiner's versatility spanned comedies such as "When Harry Met Sally" and "The Princess Bride" to the courtroom drama "A Few Good Men."1 month ago
Holiday traditions that glow with meaning -- Forget commercialism and stress. Our correspondents share their traditions to tap into the true meaning of Christmas.1 month ago
The gift of no big gift: The year I thought Christmas would be ruined -- Christmas isn't just about what's under the tree. It's about sharing the joy of the season with loved ones.1 month ago
The history of snowmen isn't all 'jolly happy.' Here are the Frosty facts. -- A snowman scholar provides the backstory on snow figures through the ages.1 month ago