Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.

Since Brian De Palma made the horror classic “Carrie” in 1976, bestselling author Stephen King has been a Hollywood favorite ...

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Two armed men stole over a dozen pieces of art from a São Paulo exhibition featuring works by the French painter and other artists. By Jin Yu Young Two armed men stole more than a dozen works of art, ...

Frank Gehry’s passing at 96 has sparked tributes worldwide, but in California, his influence isn’t just remembered—it’s visible. From the gleaming curves of Walt Disney Concert Hall to the inventive ...

A tiny obscure team of parks workers is responsible for the upkeep of hundreds of New York City’s most famous landmarks — and it’s racing the clock these days. The crew of six — solely responsible for ...

From the Mona Lisa to the American Gothic, these famous paintings don’t just grace museum walls; they offer a glimpse into the past and define entire generations. Although most of these masterpieces ...

Let's face it: They don't call them mad geniuses for nothing. The world's foremost musicians are often some of the most tortured — or the most arrogant. It's a combination that often comes with the ...

Bill Berry of R.E.M. Bill Berry of R.E.M.’s story is quite a fascinating one. After suffering from a brain aneurysm in the mid-90s that temporarily put a pause on his music career, the drummer opted ...

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