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Artist Jeffrey Gibson will represent the U.S. at the Venice Biennale in 2024, the first Indigenous artist to have a solo exhibition in the U.S Pavilion at the international art event.

In a first, the U.S. picks an Indigenous artist for a solo show at the Venice Biennale

The U.S. State Department selected Jeffrey Gibson to create an installation for the U.S. Pavilion at the prestigious international arts event.

Drag Queen Brigitte Bandit reads a book during a story time reading at the Cheer Up Charlies dive bar on March 11, 2023 in Austin, Texas. Bills to restrict drag performances across the country have failed to make an impact.

Despite all the talk, no states have active laws banning drag in front of kids

Across the country, efforts by state Republicans to restrict drag performances in front of kids have fallen short. Bills have been scuttled, blocked, vetoed and more.

Former President Trump speaks at a conservative conference in Washington last month.

GOP support for Trump softens as the former president's legal troubles mount

Former President Donald Trump is likely facing a third indictment and maybe a fourth. Fewer Republicans are saying Trump did "nothing wrong," the latest NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll finds.

Stephen Price, in his home in Beaverton, Ore., June 22, 2023. Price relocated from Texas and was having difficulty finding affordable housing where he felt safe. He worked with Home Share Oregon, a program designed to match homeowners who have spare bedrooms, with Linda Scott, who had rooms available in her home.

Oregon has an extreme housing shortage. Here’s what could be done

Experts say there isn't a quick fix to undo decades of underbuilding. But there are steps policymakers and Oregonians can take.

A for-rent sign in Fresno on July 27, 2023.

Third time’s the charm for expanding rent control in California?

California voters will soon get a third chance to say “yes” to rent control.

President Biden walks with his grandson Beau Biden as they leave the White House on December 16, 2022.

Biden has a 7th grandchild. But he's never acknowledged her, until now

President Biden is known for his close relationship with his grandchildren. But he hadn't recognized a 4-year-old daughter of Hunter Biden from his family, until Friday.

Unusual photos at MoMA conjure the beaches, bustle and history of Lagos

For the first time, the Museum of Modern Art showcases current West African photographers. The exhibit depicts the colonial past, beautiful beaches and boisterous protests of the Nigerian city.

Author Elizabeth Acevedo's new novel, <em>Family Lore</em>, centers four sisters — Matilde, Flor, Pastora, and Camila — and their daughters.

In 'Family Lore,' award-winning YA author Elizabeth Acevedo turns to adult readers

A winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature is out with a debut novel for adults. Elizabeth Acevedo's Family Lore is about sisterhood and memory in a Dominican-American family.

The numbers are in and the economy is booming. Thank summer travel, high spending and the Barbie bump (Photo by Ian Waldie/Getty Images)

What recession? It's a summer of splurging, profits and girl power

Economic data show higher prices and constant warnings of a downturn haven't slowed down American shoppers. The Fed is anxious. Companies are thrilled.

Ashland's Oregon Fringe Festival highlights works both physical and mental

Ashland's Oregon Fringe Festival highlights works both physical and mental April 27 through May 1.

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