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The Monkey King’s Cultural Breakthrough in the United States

Sarah Olivella November 28, 2025

For more than four centuries, the legendary Monkey King—Sun Wukong—has been a cornerstone of Asian literature, entertainment, and spiritual symbolism. Today, this rebellious kung fu–fighting hero is experiencing an unprecedented surge of visibility in the United States. His presence in a 2023 global animated film, a bestselling 2024 video game,

The Teen Behind the Louvre’s “Fedora Man” Mystery

SMGN Publishing November 9, 2025

A viral photo that sparked global intrigue A 15-year-old French student, Pedro Elias Garzon Delvaux, unexpectedly became the focus of worldwide attention after appearing in a photograph taken on the day of the crown jewels heist at the Louvre. The image, showing a sharply dressed young man in a fedora walking

Misty Copeland Embarks on a New Chapter with a Renewed Sense of Self

SMGN Publishing November 5, 2025

The celebrated dancer reflects on transformation, legacy, and resilience Renowned ballerina Misty Copeland, who made history in classical dance, is embracing a period of personal and artistic renewal following her farewell from the American Ballet Theatre (ABT). After years away from the stage and becoming a mother, Copeland describes this

Picasso’s Hidden Portrait of Dora Maar Sells for $37 Million, Rekindling Global Interest in the Artist’s Emotional Legacy

SMGN Publishing October 25, 2025

A striking Picasso Dora Maar portrait sale has captivated the art world. A portrait by Pablo Picasso of his muse Dora Maar, kept out of public view for over eight decades, has sold for $37 million in Paris. This sale reignites global interest in the artist’s personal life and creative

Misty Copeland retires from American Ballet Theatre after a groundbreaking career

SMGN Publishing October 23, 2025

The first Black female principal dancer of the company concludes 25 years of achievements Misty Copeland took her final bow with the American Ballet Theatre (ABT), ending a career that redefined representation and excellence in classical ballet. The farewell gala, held at Lincoln Center in New York City, celebrated both

New Louvre Heist Revives the Museum’s Long History of Thefts

SMGN Publishing October 21, 2025

A seven-minute operation exposes security vulnerabilities The Louvre Museum in Paris has been closed after a daring daylight robbery in which thieves stole priceless jewels. According to French authorities, two individuals used a lift mounted on a truck to enter the museum through a second-floor window leading to the Galerie

Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter take on Waiting for Godot on Broadway

SMGN Publishing September 17, 2025

From film to stage: a long-lasting partnership Over three decades after starring together in the cult comedy Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure, Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter are reuniting for a new artistic challenge. The two actors are performing in a fresh adaptation of Waiting for Godot, the renowned play

Senators urge Smithsonian to uphold independence amid political pressure

SMGN Publishing September 5, 2025

Lawmakers stress congressional oversight of the institution Four Democratic senators addressed a letter to Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch, urging the organization to resist external influence that could compromise its mission and values. The letter, signed by Senators Alex Padilla (California), Catherine Cortez Masto (Nevada), Gary Peters (Michigan), and

Founders Museum sparks debate on history and artificial intelligence

SMGN Publishing September 3, 2025

A new exhibit in Washington for the semiquincentennial The Founders Museum, located inside the Eisenhower Executive Office Building near the White House, has been inaugurated as part of the events leading up to the United States’ 250th anniversary of independence. The initiative was developed by the White House Task Force

Stephen Nakagawa appointed as new dance programming director at the Kennedy Center

SMGN Publishing August 25, 2025

Leadership change in the dance department The Kennedy Center has appointed Stephen Nakagawa as its new director of dance programming, shortly after the dismissal of the department’s staff. Nakagawa, a choreographer and former dancer with The Washington Ballet, steps into the role during a significant transitional period for the institution.

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DOJ Releases New Epstein Files Referencing Trump

SMGN Publishing December 23, 2025

The U.S. Department of Justice released an additional batch of documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, adding new material that includes hundreds of references to President Donald Trump. The disclosure forms part of a broader, congressionally mandated effort to make public all federal records connected to Epstein’s activities,

The Choral Uses Music to Unite a British Town During World War I

Sarah Olivella December 23, 2025

The historical drama The Choral is set in 1916, at a moment when World War I was reshaping communities across Europe. Against the backdrop of global conflict, the film focuses on Ramsden, a fictional town in northern England whose peaceful appearance contrasts sharply with the reality of conscription, loss, and

Student Loan Wage Garnishment Set to Resume for Millions of Borrowers in 2026

Sarah Olivella December 23, 2025

The U.S. federal government is preparing to reinstate wage garnishment for student loan borrowers who remain in default, marking a major shift in federal student debt enforcement after several years of suspended collections. The policy change is expected to take effect in early 2026 and will gradually expand throughout the

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