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Something Lasting and Unforgettable: Robert Duvall (1931-2026)
“Duvall never plays the same character twice, and he makes other actors look good. He brings a quality to his listening, his reactions, that charges a scene even when he’s not talking.” – Roger Ebert on Robert Duvall Another titan is gone. They seem to be falling with more frequency these days. Following in the…
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Short Films in Focus: The 2026 Oscar-Nominated Shorts
The Oscar-nominated Shorts programs continue to attract audiences who are either looking to complete their Oscar viewing list or just curious cinephiles seeking works from new voices from around the world. This year’s crop is a mostly solid bunch and difficult to predict. There are three English-language crowd-pleasers in the Live Action category (those always…
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“Train Dreams” Wins Big at the 2026 Independent Spirit Awards
On Sunday afternoon, exactly a month before the 2026 Academy Awards, the Independent Spirit Awards were handed out and Netflix’s “Train Dreams” was the big winner for the night, taking home prizes for Best Feature, Best Director (Clint Bentley), and Best Cinematography (Adolpho Veloso). Netflix also dominated the TV side of the event with the…
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Trump claims victory on affordability as public anxieties persist
Advisers had been encouraging the president to sound more empathetic toward struggling Americans. But as some bright spots emerge, the messaging has shifted.
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Judge Orders Trump Administration to Restore Displays About Slavery at Washington’s House
The judge said the government did not have the power to erase or alter historical truths after the administration took down displays about slavery at the President’s House Site in Philadelphia.
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Tom Pritzker, Hyatt Heir, Steps Down as Executive Chairman Over Links to Epstein
The member of a prominent and wealthy family, Mr. Pritzker was in regular contact with the financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
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Senators Meet Zelensky With Hopeful Message on Sanctions
During their visit, a pair of Democratic senators made the case for Congress to impose harsh penalties on Moscow for its continuing offensive.
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Vaccine Makers Curtail Research and Cut Jobs
Federal policies under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that are hostile to vaccines have “sent a chill through the entire industry,” one scientist said.
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Richard Ottinger, 97, Dies; Fought for the Environment in Congress
A New York Democrat, he spent 16 years in the House over two stretches, beginning in 1965, championing the health of the Hudson River and opposing the Vietnam War.
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Celebrating Maple Syrup Season in New England, the Midwest and Quebec
If you’re looking for a family-friendly weekend in New England, the Midwest or Quebec, it’s hard to find a better travel theme than syrup.