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The best albums of 2025

From Mavis Staples to the Kronos Quartet—these are our music critic’s favorite works from this years. David Hajdu The Lebanese Civil War. Corporate agri-capitalism. Tips for surviving a nasty divorce.
A 6th c. BC ancient Greek marriage contest, ruined by Hippocleides’ infamous drunken dance, led to the establishment of ...
The darkly atmospheric ‘Partenope’ reveals another side to the late composer, best known for his melodious film scores ...
From the thrills and spills of Lily Allen’s ‘divorce album’ to dazzling pop debuts, introspective UK rap and country romps, ...
Composer Jake Heggie is set to premiere his opera “The Judgment of Paris,” inspired by the famous 1976 wine tasting where ...
Whether it's a team night out or a birthday party, here are the best activities in Dubai that are big group-friendly.
The pandemic and the war almost killed the Jaffa Flea Market, but it’s still here - alive, kicking, and mostly delicious and ...
Plus, Interboro gets ready to begin hall-of-fame nominations; Chester Children’s Chorus offers public two free winter concerts; and communities issue last call for Hometown Heroes Banner ...
Tucked away on a bluff overlooking the mighty Mississippi River sits St. Francisville, a Louisiana gem that somehow remains off the radar despite being just 30 miles north of Baton Rouge.
The paved trails accommodate walkers, joggers, and cyclists of all abilities, making it an inclusive outdoor space for everyone. The sandy beach area provides a surprising coastal feel in the middle ...
In fact, the songs that were huge in 2024 were still sucking up all the atmosphere. Those that did muscle through tended to ...
Some of the year’s best songs were pop chart-toppers, instant classics that ruled the radio and the clubs. Others come out of ...