Marian Anderson and the Concert at the Lincoln Memorial
Source: Smithsonian
Learn how the voice of Marian Anderson made a lasting impact in the history of music and Civil Rights.
Arts & Entertainment
Why Lego Isn’t (Just) a Toy Company
Source: The Wall Street Journal Economics (YouTube)
Twenty-five years ago, Lego was losing $300-million annually and nearly went bankrupt. Plagued by a history of rigid, inflexible control, Lego refused to do partnerships, tried to stop fan creators, had a toy line consumers felt was stale and out-of-date, and was facing unprecedented competition for the attention of their users due to more modern toys—like home video game systems.
It wouldn’t stay that way.
Watch this video to learn how Lego finally learned to listen to its fans, signed its first partnerships, won over adults, innovated its products, and expanded its empire into TV, movies, video games, comic books, theme parks, and more—allowing it to rapidly become the biggest-selling, most profitable toy company on the entire planet.
Work exposes timber floor ‘stood on by Shakespeare’
Source: BBC
The floor of St George’s Guildhall, strolled on by actors and theatergoers for centuries, reveals information about how people in Shakespeare’s day spent their time at the theater.
Understanding Arabic Music
Source: Kennedy Center
Music is an essential part of life and culture around the world. Learn about Arabic music and what makes it unique.
Anne Frank’s hidden home, now in Manhattan
Source: CNN
This exhibit recreates the Annex where Anne Frank took refuge and wrote down her thoughts, introducing her story to a new generation of readers.
Viral AI-made art trends are making artists even more worried about their futures
Source: NBC News
| More and more people are using AI programs to generate images quickly and cheaply, sparking a heated debate about the value of human creativity versus machine-made art. |
Rare Copy of Famous Shakespeare Love Poem Found
Source: BBC
Could one of the world’s most celebrated love poems actually be about politics? A discovery, made in the depths of the Oxford library, sheds light on the history behind Sonnet 116.
What Happened to the Real Von Trapp Family from The Sound of Music?
Source: People
Many people have heard of the 1965 hit film “The Sound of Music.” However, most don’t know the story of the real von Trapp family, or how they came to America.
The Brutalist honours my family’s hardships and loss, says actor Adrien Brody
Source: BBC
Find out how starring in “The Brutalist” allows actor Adrien Brody to connect with his own family history.
Moana 2’s’ Auliʻi Cravalho’s multicultural heritage reflects Hawaii’s rich history
Source: NBC News
| Moana is back for another adventure, but this time, the story goes beyond the ocean; it’s a celebration of multicultural heritage and Hawaiian history. Auli‘i Cravalho, the voice behind Moana, is using her platform to highlight the rich cultures that inspired the beloved character. |