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How Americans celebrated the bicentennial — with fireworks, a Freedom Train and Farrah

In 1976, as the United States prepared to celebrate its 200th anniversary, the mood was ambivalent

A Bosnian song about disillusionment with the American Dream becomes a World Cup banger

The opening lyrics couldn’t be plainer: “I am from Bosnia; take me to America.”

Taylor Swift becomes the youngest woman inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at age 36

Taylor Swift has become the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at age 36

Shakira, Andrea Bocelli and Salma Hayek kick-start the World Cup at opening ceremony in Mexico City

The opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City was full of international stars

From YouTube to Disney+: Preschool hit 'Gracie's Corner' lands streaming and development deal

The educational series “Gracie’s Corner” is joining Disney+

The secrets behind a memorable World Cup anthem, from Shakira and more

What makes a memorable FIFA World Cup anthem

Fabio Luisi and Dallas strip Wagner's Ring Cycle of staging and issue audio recording

Fabio Luisi wanted his Ring Cycle to be heard, not seen

Keith Urban didn't set out to record a yacht rock record. But then he entered the 'Flow State'

Keith Urban didn't set out to record a yacht rock covers album

Playing hip-hop or Doris Day, older exercise instructors can speak their peers' language

The students in Bengie Santos' exercise class at the Greater Seattle Y say there's something special about their 72-year-old instructor

With jumpsuits, wigs and dance moves, these young boys and teens keep Elvis' legacy alive

A group of young Elvis Presley tribute artists, ranging in age from seven to 17, competed in the king’s hometown last week as part of the Tupelo Elvis Festival