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Obama's Gang of 24: National Arts and Humanities Medals Go to Lucas, Deford, Didion...Renée Fleming [FULL VIDEO]
Citing the power of artists and academics to open minds, President Barack Obama on Wednesday awarded 24 medals to people including 'Star Wars' creator George Lucas and writer Joan Didion who he said touched his life and the lives of... -
BREAKING: Minnesota Orchestra Cancels Summer, Too
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Jordin Sparks and Jason DeRulo ENGAGED? No, At Least Not Yet for American Idol
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Jay-Z / Robert De Niro Beef: 'Magna Carta Holy Grail' Rapper Has No Intentions To Kiss And Make Up
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Smashing Pumpkins Tour: Billy Corgan and Co. Release Live Set With Some New, Some Classic Stuff
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Coming Soon: Lang Lang's 'Journey of a Thousand Miles'...the Murdoch Movie!
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