← May 28, 2025 →

Several book reviews have been published, covering a wide range of genres and authors, offering critical assessments of new literary works.

• Book Review: ‘Deep Breath,’ by Rita Halasz — New York Times Books - 14:59
• Book Review: ‘Wild Thing: A Life of Paul Gauguin,’ by Sue Prideaux — New York Times Books - 18:15
• Book Review: ‘Gingko Season,’ by Naomi Xu Elegant — New York Times Books - 18:16

• Book Review: ‘Murder in the Dollhouse,’ by Rich Cohen — New York Times Books - 18:16
• Book Review: ‘The South,’ by Tash Aw — New York Times Books - 18:18
• Book Review: ‘Harmattan Season,’ by Tochi Onyebuchi — New York Times Books - 18:20
• Book Review: ‘Daughters of the Bamboo Grove,’ by Barbara Demick — New York Times Books - 17:40

This topic covers a variety of news in arts and entertainment, including the return of popular shows, stage performances, art renovations, and legal settlements.

• Mike White, ‘White Lotus’ Creator, Will Return to Cast of ‘Survivor’ — New York Times Arts - 23:03
• ‘Duck Dynasty’ Is Coming Back to a Changed America — New York Times Arts - 18:58
• The Met’s Renovated Rockefeller Wing Will Have Your Eyes Spinning — New York Times Arts - 18:02

• Jussie Smollett Donates $50,000 to Arts Center to Settle Chicago’s Lawsuit — New York Times Arts - 16:46
• Willem Dafoe Returns to His Stage Roots at the Venice Theater Biennale — New York Times Arts - 16:18
• Lea Michele Returns to Broadway in ‘Chess’ — New York Times Arts - 13:00

This section highlights the passing of individuals in the entertainment and music industry, noting their contributions and legacies.

• Bruce Logan, Who Blew Up the Death Star in ‘Star Wars,’ Dies at 78 — New York Times Arts - 23:21
• Rick Derringer, Rocker Known for ‘Hang On Sloopy’ and Other Hits, Dies at 77 — New York Times Music - 21:30

This topic includes updates on musical performances, legal issues in the music industry, and reflections on influential singers.

• Latest Takeaways From Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Trial: Beatings, Arson and a Denied Mistrial — New York Times Music - 22:21
• ‘The Counterfeit Opera’ Comes Together Like a Madcap Caper — New York Times Music - 18:44
• What I Learned From the Great Singer Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau — New York Times Music - 13:30

• Pulp Took a 24-Year Break. Here’s Why Jarvis Cocker and Co. Wanted ‘More.’ — New York Times Music - 14:26

A divorce case involving David Geffen is in the news, raising questions about the financial implications due to the absence of a prenuptial agreement.

• Without a Prenup, David Geffen’s Divorce Could Get Interesting — New York Times Movies - 21:25