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‘Confessions II’ Review: Madonna Returns to the Dance Floor

On “Confessions II,” a successor to her hit 2005 album “Confessions on a Dance Floor,” the pop superstar gives new energy to her origin story and shines light on the troubles she’s danced away.

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‘Confessions II’ Review: Madonna Returns to the Dance Floor

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White House Criticizes Smithsonian Museum for ‘Extreme Political Activism’

A scathing report released on the Fourth of July says the National Museum of American History downplays the role of the founders while emphasizing social justice.

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White House Criticizes Smithsonian Museum for ‘Extreme Political Activism’

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Natural Bedfellows: Frida Kahlo’s and Tracey Emin’s Parallel Blockbusters

In concurrent hit shows at Tate Modern, the artists’ shared preoccupations become clear.

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Natural Bedfellows: Frida Kahlo’s and Tracey Emin’s Parallel Blockbusters

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June Diane Raphael Lends a Hand on ‘Elle’

The veteran comedy actress steals scenes in this “Legally Blonde” prequel series, playing the glamorous mother to the title character.

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June Diane Raphael Lends a Hand on ‘Elle’

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How to Reinvent a Dance Tradition? Be Light as a Feather.

Across generations, Lai Hung-Chung and Shen Wei are grappling with the possibilities of Chinese contemporary dance as they present their work in New York.

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How to Reinvent a Dance Tradition? Be Light as a Feather.

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Taylor Swift Wedding: What Her Lyrics Say About Marriage

While many details of her wedding remain unknown, the songs from her 20-year-career tell us plenty about her thoughts on the institution.

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Taylor Swift Wedding: What Her Lyrics Say About Marriage