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The Man in Black arrived 94 years ago, transforming music forever with his deep voice and genre-defying sound. From prison concerts to Hall of Fame honors, Johnny Cash's legacy still inspires artists today.
An Eastern European immigrant asked Americans to explain their famous friendliness. The wholesome responses reveal what makes American culture uniquely welcoming.
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The oldest professional dance troupe in America just marked a century of transforming how we move and express emotion through dance. Martha Graham's revolutionary approach created an entirely new art form that still captivates audiences worldwide.
Chile just released Latam-GPT, a free AI trained on Latin American culture to combat US-centric bias in major tech platforms. The $550,000 open-source model helps millions preserve their traditions while shaping the future of artificial intelligence.
The Library of Congress just named 25 beloved films to its National Film Registry, from 1896 silent classics to Wes Anderson's visually stunning "The Grand Budapest Hotel." The selections honor movies that shaped American culture, including "The Karate Kid," "Clueless," and "Inception."
After nearly 40 years building Jazz at Lincoln Center into a cultural landmark, Wynton Marsalis is stepping aside to let younger leaders carry the torch. The 64-year-old trumpet legend transformed jazz from a fading art form into a thriving piece of American culture.
Six American bison stepped onto Illinois grassland for the first time in two centuries, welcomed home by the Santee Sioux with drumming and song. The homecoming marks the beginning of prairie restoration and healing for both land and community.