May 27, 2024

The United States and Europe are trying to catch up to a rival skilled in using all the levers of government and banking to dominate global manufacturing.

Premier military bands offer rare stability for classical musicians, who consider them a strong alternative to traditional orchestras. But signing up means shipping out.

Railroad unions are raising safety concerns about the growing use of remote-controlled trains after a rash of fatal accidents.

“There are no limits for music,” the Mexican singer-songwriter said. “There’s just good music and bad music.”

A new biography of the performer, writer and director Elaine May has the intensity to match its subject.