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New York politicians, including Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and Gov. Kathy Hochul, made their way to Puerto Rico Thursday for the annual Somos conference. Officially, lawmakers gather on the island ...

The controversy about Zach Bryan's latest song taps into a half century of political realignment and country's evolution.

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Google has released its 2025 Year in Search report, offering a detailed look at the events, personalities, entertainment, and ...

Jakub Knera rounds off the year in Central and Eastern European music with a reflection on how the region's complex ecosystem ...

The Soweto Gospel Choir’s music, with its blend of struggle, hope and triumph, resonates deeply with audiences because it ...