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Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, according to the American Library Association. And efforts to have titles removed have never been more coordinated or politicized.

44 minutes ago in Entertainment

South Korean police seek to arrest K-pop mogul behind BTS

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South Korean police said Tuesday they are seeking to arrest music mogul Bang Si-Hyuk, chairman of the agency behind K-pop supergroup BTS, as they expand an investigation into allegations that he illegally gained more than $100 million in an investor fraud scheme.

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What to know about psychedelic retreats, a booming business with few safety guardrails

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Surging interest in the purported benefits of psychedelic drugs has given rise to books, documentaries and conferences dedicated to the mind-altering substances. Now add one more business to the list: psychedelic retreats.

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Late Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy still looms over British monarchy 100 years after her birth

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Queen Elizabeth II lives on at the Cool Britannia gift shop across the road from Buckingham Palace. Four years after the queen's death, the shop is doing a brisk business in mugs, tea towels and key rings bearing the likeness of Britain's longest-reigning monarch as the nation marks the centenary of her birth on Tuesday.

2 hours ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local, UVA

Billy Strings postpones upcoming shows after JPJ injury

Musician performing on stage at night, singing into a mic while playing an acoustic guitar with a strap across his chest.

The Grammy-winning musician confirmed he broke his left leg during Saturday's show in Charlottesville.

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