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Tom Lehrer, Pioneering Musical Satirist and Harvard Mathematician, Dies at 97

His death in Cambridge follows a resurgence of interest after he released his satirical lyrics into the public domain in 2020.

Ex-MSNBC Host Chris Matthews Praises Trump’s Instincts and Dismisses Low Poll Numbers

Zohran Mamdani’s Primary Victory Draws Fire From Indian Politicians

Prada Debuts Spring-Summer 2026 Collection of Harmonious Mix-and-Match Essentials

Appointed France2 20 Heures Host Léa Salamé Pledges to Step Back if Partner Runs in 2027

Royal Household Confirms Blunder After Wrong Patricia Fernández Attends 40th EU Anniversary

Viral Brawl Erupts Behind Harvard Valedictorian’s Call for Unity

Pedro Pascal Calls for Resistance Against Fear at Cannes Film Festival

France Reports Record 855 Homeless Deaths in 2024

Lav Diaz’s 'Magellan' Redefines Historical Narratives at Cannes 2025

Wes Anderson’s 'The Phoenician Scheme' Premieres at Cannes to Acclaim

Bronze Statue of Melania Trump Stolen from Slovenian Hometown

Soffie Releases Debut Mini-Album While Addressing Youth Political Divide in Germany

Mike Leigh's 'Deux Sœurs' Earns Acclaim for Its Nuanced Portrayal of Family and Race

Don Lemon Faces Backlash Over Comments on Black MAGA Supporters and Racism in MAGA Movement

Bluesky CEO's T-shirt Criticizing Tech Titans Sells Out in 30 Minutes

Trial Reveals Gold Toilet Theft from Blenheim Palace Involved Intricate Planning

Tocotronic Releases New Album 'Golden Years' with Political Undertones

Thom Yorke and Mark Pritchard Release New Single 'Back in the Game'

Herbert Grönemeyer Calls for Unity and Action in Post-Pandemic Germany