McConaughey’s new book, Poems & Prayers (out September 16, from Crown), is described by the publisher as “an inspiring, faith ...

While Baldwin was persecuted in part because of whom he loved, it was love that impelled him to bring about a more utopian ...

RUSSELLVILLE -- Arkansas Tech University has received an Arkansas Natural and Cultural Resources grant to renovate historic Hughes Hall. The grant of $1,756,905.65 will allow for renovation work ...

Ted Hughes is a famous — and somewhat controversial — name in the world of poetry. He published several best-selling volumes of his work, edited renowned anthologies, and even wrote children’s books.

Sold by Chinese toy company Pop Mart, the plush, mischievous monster dolls are in high demand; they can often be spotted hanging from backpacks and purses. Their popularity has led to the creation of ...

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Shanghai straddles the past and the future, a dizzying prism of many histories and cultures. The poet Sally Wen Mao shares books that illuminate this cosmopolitan city. By Sally Wen Mao The artist, ...

NHL.com ranked their top forwards under 25 entering this season, and it came as no surprise that Devils’ Jack Hughes landed second on the list. Hughes is entering his seventh year with the Devils ...

Cultural organizations have a chance to receive part of a $1 million pot of money for events celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday next July 4 — but they have to act fast. Florida’s Department of ...

In the midst of the second act of Quantum Theatre’s “Seagull” on Sunday night, I was reminded of the first half of the Langston Hughes poem “Dreams”: “Hold fast to dreams / For if dreams die / Life is ...

Chip Williford, the director and co-host of the Riverhead-based Poetry Street, has been named Suffolk County Poet Laureate. The appointment of Williford as Suffolk County’s 12th poet laureate earlier ...