Today's literary landscape showcases new book reviews for 'Paradiso 17' and Joshua Bennett's collections, an interview with Andy Weir on his novel's science, and obituaries for prolific literary figures like agent Albert Zuckerman, espionage novelist Len Deighton, and Peruvian author Alfredo Bryce Echenique.

• Albert Zuckerman, Literary Agent and ‘Hero of the Blockbuster,’ Dies at 94 — New York Times Arts -
• Len Deighton, Author of Espionage Best-Sellers, Dies at 97 — New York Times Arts -
• Book Review: ‘Paradiso 17,’ by Hannah Lillith Assadi — New York Times Books -

• Book Review: ‘We’ and ‘The People Can Fly,’ by Joshua Bennett — New York Times Books -
• Andy Weir on the Science That Inspired His Novel ‘Project Hail Mary’ — New York Times Arts -
• Book Review: ‘A Scandal in Königsberg,’ by Christopher Clark — New York Times Books -
• Alfredo Bryce Echenique, 87, Dies; Novelist Bared Peru’s Privileged Class — New York Times Arts -

Updates from film and television cover the 'Bachelorette' controversy involving Taylor Frankie Paul, an Oscar security incident with Teyana Taylor, a spotlight on horror actress Samara Weaving, an obituary for silent-film historian John Bengtson, and late-night commentary on political discussions.

• Taylor Frankie Paul’s ‘Bachelorette’ Controversy, Explained — New York Times Arts -
• Academy ‘Extremely Upset’ After Teyana Taylor Says Oscars Security Shoved Her — New York Times Arts -
• John Bengtson, Modern-Day Silent-Film Sleuth, Dies at 68 — New York Times Arts -

• With ‘Ready or Not 2,’ Samara Weaving Can’t Stop Screaming — New York Times Arts -
• Late Night Wonders Which Former President Spoke With Trump — New York Times Arts -

Current music trends include the Goo Goo Dolls' 'Iris' making a '90s comeback, a look into Kneecap's new, more serious album 'Fenian', and features on K-Pop sensation BTS's discography and DJ Avalon Emerson's evolving sound.

• Goo Goo Dolls’ ‘Iris’ Is Back as ’90s Trend Soundtrack — New York Times Arts -
• Kneecap Gets Serious on Its New Album, ‘Fenian’ — New York Times Music -
• BTS: A Guide to the K-Pop Group’s Discography — New York Times Arts -

• The Loud Nights and Quiet Days of Avalon Emerson — New York Times Arts -

The art world highlights artist profiles for Tschabalala Self and Jennie Jieun Lee's community craft event, while also delving into the ongoing mystery of the Gardner Museum heist and new legislation aimed at recovering Nazi-looted art.

• For Tschabalala Self, Art Is Romantic — New York Times Arts -
• Jennie Jieun Lee’s Celebration of Community and Crafts — New York Times Arts -
• Got an Idea About Who Robbed the Gardner Museum? Get in Line. — New York Times Arts -

• House Adopts Bill to Ease Heirs’ Recovery of Art That Nazis Looted — New York Times Arts -

Broader cultural news includes President Trump's planning for America's 250th anniversary emphasizing religion, an obituary for photographer Carol Kitman who documented the Vindman twins, and "The Good List" offering ideas for daily delight, including a new game from the Wordle creator.

• Trump’s Planning for America’s 250th Emphasizes Religion’s Role in the Nation’s Founding — New York Times Arts -
• Carol Kitman, 96, Dies; Photographer Documented the Vindman Twins — New York Times Arts -
• The Good List: 6 Things to Add Delight to Your Day — New York Times Arts -

• The Good List: 6 Things to Add Delight to Your Day — New York Times Arts -

Stage productions receive attention with reviews of 'My Joy Is Heavy', a memoir musical blending hope and horror, and 'Ulster American,' a satire starring Matthew Broderick addressing privilege and confrontation.

• ‘My Joy Is Heavy’ Review: Hope and Horror Live in the Same House — New York Times Arts -
• ‘Ulster American’ Review: Matthew Broderick as a Star Blinded by Privilege — New York Times Arts -

Important discussions on social policy highlight New York City's new social services chief Erin Dalton preparing to tackle significant challenges like homelessness, benefit cuts, and budget deficits.

• Mamdani Just Hired Her. The Job? ‘The Country’s Hardest Problems.’ — New York Times Books -
• Homelessness, Benefit Cuts, Budget Woes: A New Commissioner’s Challenges — New York Times Books -