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Sen. Al Franken Embraces 'The Funny' Again In New Book
The Minnesota Democrat recounts his journey from Saturday Night Live to the Senate — and explains why comedy works in confirmation hearings: "Comedians kind of get to the point in an effective way."
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Against the odds: How Blondie shattered the conventions of punk and pop
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Many oil company executives celebrated Donald Trump's return to the White House. But now expectations of higher profits are fading amid fears of a recession.
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Built on a rich coffee history, Yemeni cafes find U.S. success and new challenges, too
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Kennedy Center Joins Institutions Stripping Bill Cosby Of Awards
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This week saw the "Chairman of the Board" Frank Sinatra make a return to the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time in 56 years. His 1948 rendition of Jingle Bells jingled all the way to a Top 20 spot.
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University of Texas, MIT and others announce free tuition for some undergraduates
Nearly half a dozen institutions of higher education announced plans this week to make tuition free for undergraduates whose families make below a certain income threshold, starting in fall 2025.
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Katy Perry, Gayle King and others reflect on their brief but historic trip to space
Monday's 11-minute flight featured the first all-female crew since 1963. Here's what else to know about it.
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