How a 19th century house keeps the Boston-Kyoto sister city partnership strong
The architecturally significant structure serves as a gathering place for people and stories.
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Joe Farnsworth is bringing the next generation of jazz on tour
Joe Farnsworth is a Massachusetts native who cut his teeth drumming with Junior Cook, Eric Alexander and others. GBH Music talked to him about hitting the road with the next generation.
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Author Gish Jen's latest collection spans 50 years of Chinese and American history
Her latest book, "Thank You, Mr. Nixon," opens in 1972 with President Richard Nixon’s historic visit to China. -
Open Studio: Modern takes on two literature classics
Jared Bowen looks at paintings inspired by 'Moby-Dick' and a stage adaptation of 'The Bluest Eye.' -
Can racism be rooted out of the criminal justice system? Why attorney Laura Coates stays hopeful
Clashes between her moral compass and her position’s directives are at the heart of her new book, “Just Pursuit.”
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