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In The Secret War Against Hate, Steven J. Ross details the racist, anti-Semitic groups that sprang up in the latter half of the 20th century — and the spy network that worked to bring them to justice.

The White House Correspondents' Dinner will be headlined by a mentalist instead of a comedian. Oz Pearlman tells NPR he hopes to unify, delight and puzzle the crowd — but can't reveal how.

Malaria hot spots have played a critical role in shaping where humans settled and either thrived or failed to thrive.

James Matthias has raked in thousands of dollars for his bad "dad paintings."

Thomas led the San Francisco Symphony from 1995 to 2020, helping to establish its reputation as a world-class orchestra. In 2021, he was diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme, a type of brain cancer.

Paramount CEO David Ellison must now make his case to regulators and a wary Hollywood that the merger is good for the industry.

People who love to knit held a convention recently where they showed off their love for yarn and fiber arts.

President Trump says the Kennedy Center must close for renovation. Members of Congress and two lawsuits contend the real reason is mismanagement, artist cancellations and declining ticket sales.

Bigfoot is popping up everywhere — in low-budget horror films, in festivals around the country, and even in a critically acclaimed musical.

Farmers' Bulletins were national weather reports compiled each evening in Washington, D.C., and sent to thousands of communities.