This topic pays tribute to David Ketchum, the comedic actor from 'Get Smart', Ozzie Rodriguez, a mainstay of Off Off Broadway theater, Starling Lawrence, an acclaimed editor, Annie Stainer, a unique mime artist, Jerry Adler, known for 'The Sopranos', and Sonallah Ibrahim, the Egyptian novelist, all of whom recently passed away leaving significant legacies in film, theater, literature, and performance.

• David Ketchum, Who Played the Cooped-Up Agent 13 on ‘Get Smart,’ Dies at 97 — New York Times Arts -
• Ozzie Rodriguez, Off Off Broadway Mainstay and Archivist, Dies at 81 — New York Times Arts -
• Starling Lawrence, Editor Who Uncovered Best Sellers, Dies at 82 — New York Times Books -

• Annie Stainer, 79, Dies; Enigmatic Mime Who Performed With David Bowie — New York Times Arts -
• Jerry Adler, Actor in ‘The Sopranos,’ Dies at 96 — New York Times Arts -
• Sonallah Ibrahim, Egyptian Novelist of Irony and Dissent, Dies at 88 — New York Times Books -

This section explores David Baron's 'The Martians,' revisiting historical debates on Martian life, and R.F. Kuang's new novel 'Katabasis,' a bold tale of venturing into the underworld.

• Book Review: ‘The Martians,’ by David Baron — New York Times Books -
• Book Review: ‘Katabasis,’ by R.F. Kuang — New York Times Books -

This topic covers the controversial fascist-era salute used by Croatian singer Marko Perkovic, alongside a candid interview with The Who's Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey discussing their future and past 'swindles'.

• Singer Marko Perkovic’s Fascist-Era Salute Evokes a Bloody Time in Croatia — New York Times Music -
• Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey on Rock ’n’ Roll Swindles and the Who’s Future — New York Times Music -

A new review examines 'Seven Scenes,' a dance work by Bobbi Jene Smith and Or Schraiber, noting its powerful pieces but perceived lack of cohesive connection.

• ‘Seven Scenes’ Review: Push-Pull Pieces Lacking Connective Tissue — New York Times Arts -