This section covers the passing of notable figures in the arts, including designer John Saladino, poet Thomas Sayers Ellis, and rock 'n' roll photo collector Michael Ochs, acknowledging their significant contributions.

• John Saladino, ‘Sensualist’ Designer With a Love of Ruins, Dies at 86 — New York Times Arts -
• Thomas Sayers Ellis, Poet of ‘Percussive Prosody,’ Dies at 61 — New York Times Books -
• Michael Ochs, Top Collector of Rock ’n’ Roll Photos, Dies at 82 — New York Times Music -

This topic explores John Williams's latest piano concerto through both a review and a preview, alongside a look at the conclusion of the Billy Joel documentary, showcasing developments in both classical and popular music.

• Review: At 93, John Williams Unveils His First Piano Concerto — New York Times Music -
• John Williams Hasn’t Stopped Composing. His Latest? A Piano Concerto. — New York Times Music -
• ‘Billy Joel: And So It Goes’: 5 Takeaways From the Film’s Conclusion — New York Times Music -

This section features a unique personal reading list made public, a review of Wendy Cope's collected poems, and Lemony Snicket's unconventional summer reading suggestions, covering various aspects of the literary world.

• He Read (at Least) 3,599 Books in His Lifetime. Now Anyone Can See His List. — New York Times Books -
• Book Review: ‘Collected Poems,’ by Wendy Cope — New York Times Books -
• Lemony Snicket’s Anti-Summer Summer Reading List — New York Times Books -

This category includes the **box office success of 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps', a guide to new television shows like 'Chief of War', and an analysis of the urban design principles within 'Sesame Street'**, reflecting current trends and deeper insights into screen entertainment.

• ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Breaks a Box Office Curse — New York Times Movies -
• ‘Chief of War,’ and 7 More Shows to Watch on TV This Week — New York Times Arts -
• The Urban Design of Sesame Street — New York Times Arts -

This topic covers the National Ballet of Japan's London debut, the Williamstown festival's star-studded circus performance, and the enduring appeal of the New York Liberty's Timeless Torches dance team, showcasing diverse live artistic expressions.

• In London, the National Ballet of Japan Steps Onto the World Stage — New York Times Arts -
• The Circus Comes to Williamstown, With Celebrities and Beefcake — New York Times Music -
• The Timeless Torches Are New York Liberty’s Dance Warriors. We Need Them. — New York Times Arts -

This section highlights Site Santa Fe's transformation into an essential art outpost and the New York Historical Society's acquisition of the Bill Cunningham archive, focusing on important developments and collections in the visual arts.

• The Southwest City That Turned Itself Into an Essential Art Outpost — New York Times Arts -
• New York Historical Acquires Bill Cunningham Archive — New York Times Arts -

This topic focuses on a curated list of five podcasts that delve into the complex nature of justice, offering insights into contemporary digital storytelling.

• 5 Podcasts That Illustrate the Ungraspable Nature of Justice — New York Times Arts -