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Fires, wars and bureaucracy: The tumultuous journey to establish the US National Archives

Some of the United States’ most important historical documents, including the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Bill of Rights and the Emancipation Proclamation, are housed in the U.S. National Archives. Beyond these high-profile items, it also preserves lesser-known but no less vital records, such as national park master plans,…

The Conversation

How Presidents Day has evolved from reverence to retail

George Washington was uneasy about the idea of commemorating his life

The Independent UK

Pennsylvania governor spurns Peta’s offer to replace Punxsutawney Phil with cake on Groundhog Day

Animal rights group suggested replacing the famous marmot with vegan cake to forecast the end of winter

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Five Latino Led Films Among the 2024 Inductees of the National Film Registry

Robert Rodriguez's 'Spy Kids' is among the group promoted by congressman Joaquín Castro

Latin Times

National Film Registry adds Dirty Dancing, No Country for Old Men, The Social Network and more

The registry added 25 new films to the Library of Congress, bringing their total to 900

The Independent UK

Dirty Dancing, Spy Kids in film registry

Every year, the Library of Congress spotlights 25 of cinema's most important movies for preservation

Salon

National Film Registry Adds 'Dirty Dancing' And 'Beverly Hills Cop'

Library of Congress adds iconic 1980s films 'Dirty Dancing' and 'Beverly Hills Cop' to National Film Registry, along with other notable additions.

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Library Of Congress Cyber Breach Exposes Email Communications

The Library of Congress faced a cyber breach compromising email exchanges with congressional offices, taking immediate action.

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Burt Bacharach's Papers Donated To Library Of Congress

Renowned composer Burt Bacharach's extensive music collection donated to Library of Congress by widow, Jane Bacharach, for preservation and research purposes.

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Police arrest man who had torch lighter, flare gun at Capitol doors - Roll Call

Capitol Police arrested a man Tuesday afternoon who was stopped during a screening at the Capitol Visitor Center, the department said.

Roll Call

Jimmy Carter at 100: how his life outside the White House proves he’s long been ahead of his time

On October 1, Jimmy Carter, the United States’ 39th president, turns 100.

The Conversation

It's Time to Confront Failures of Justice (Part II)

Serious crime and failures of justice aren't going away.

Reason

Joaquin Castro seeks public submissions of Latino films for national preservation

The Congressman from Texas has launched a public call for nominations of Latino-driven films to be considered for the National Film Registry at the Library of Congress. Joaquín Castro has been promoting Latino movies for three years in a row.

Latin Times

Library of Congress launches new 'Collecting Memories' exhibit in a bid to draw more tourists

The Library of Congress is unveiling an eclectic new exhibit drawing on the institution’s vast historical archives and designed to make the Library a more popular and accessible destination for visitors and tourists

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Democrats decry ‘very, very harmful’ riders in Legislative Branch bill - Roll Call

Rep. Rosa DeLauro praised a modest spending boost for Congress but slammed a provision that would block DEI programs.

Roll Call

House Legislative Branch spending bill would boost Capitol Police, GAO - Roll Call

House Republican appropriators on Wednesday released the draft text of a $7.1 billion fiscal 2025 Legislative Branch spending bill.

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7 best music documentaries to stream right now

Feel the beat in these great music and band documentaries

WEKU

ABBA, The Notorious B.I.G. and Green Day named to the National Recording Registry

Every year, the Library of Congress names 25 "audio treasures" to be preserved permanently. This year's selections range from ABBA and Green Day to World War I-era jazz pioneer James Reese Europe.

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Salon

The GOP's hypocritical Tyson boycott

There are about 2.4 million farm workers in America. Foreign-born workers make up 68% of that workforce

Broadcasting & Cable

Library of Congress Haunted by ‘Ghosts’

CBS comedy will be featured at D.C. landmark April 9

WEKU

What is the foundation behind the Ruth Bader Ginsburg award controversy?

No awards will be given this year, the foundation told NPR, after a controversy exploded over changes to what was once called the Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Woman of Leadership Award.

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Exploring The World's Top Ancient Libraries

Discover ancient libraries like the Library of Alexandria and the House of Wisdom, showcasing their rich collections and historical importance.

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Elton John and Bernie Taupin to Receive Gershwin Prize

Elton John and Bernie Taupin will be awarded the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song by the Library of Congress for their iconic contributions to music.

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Sir Elton John and Bernie Taupin win the 2024 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song

One of the most prestigious awards in American music, the Gershwin Prize recognizes musicians with a lifetime of contributions to popular songs. This year's winners are Elton John and Bernie Taupin.

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'Apollo 13' moon disaster movie hits a new high for film fans

"Apollo 13" showcased a real-life moon mission's troubles in space in 1970. Now, the 1995 film has a new honor: getting preserved in the Library of Congress for future generations.

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