"The business of open government isn’t just a thing for journalists, you know. It belongs to all of us, each of us," columnist Terry Woster writes.

In medieval Denmark, people could pay for more prestigious graves closer to the church — a sign of wealth and status. But when researchers examined hundreds of skeletons, they discovered something ...

In comedy, the more you can surprise the audience by subverting their expectations, the better. There is nothing better than coming up with a brilliant set piece, something that writers and actors can ...

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From Aladdin to The Princess Bride, these fantasy movies are perfect examples of how well-crafted, inventive dialogue can greatly enhance the genre.

Fox will be paying "The Real Full Monty" tribute to James Van Der Beek, who died Feb. 11 of colorectal cancer at age 48. The encore presentation will air on Fox Wednesday Feb. 18 (8 ET/PT) and will ...

This week, we're celebrating the work of Monty Python. One of the most influential sketch groups of all time. This special episode features interviews from the founding members of Monty Python ...

Great movies don't just tell compelling stories; they also create moments that stick with viewers long after the credits roll. Part of creating those memorable moments for audiences is due to the ...

The total value of an artist’s artworks sold at auction over a specific period. This metric reflects the artist’s overall market activity and demand in monetary terms. The middle value of all realized ...

CEDAR RAPIDS —More than 80 years after he died, a Czech artist’s impetus for hundreds of paintings is serving its original purpose in a modern exhibit. With 120 pieces on display at the National Czech ...