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St. John's College Explores Music's Role in Liberal Arts Education and American Identity

St. John's College Explores Music's Role in Liberal Arts Education and American Identity

St. John's College, known for its liberal arts curriculum, emphasizes the integral role of music in education and its connection to American identity. The college's approach to music extends beyond performance, delving into its philosophical, mathematical, and cultural significance. The curriculum explores how music, from Walt Whitman's 'I Hear America Singing' to 'America the Beautiful' and Francis Scott Key's 'The Star-Spangled Banner,' captures the spirit and values of the nation. Students engage with music as a means to understand freedom, self-control, and the rule of law. The college also integrates the study of musical masterpieces, such as Bach's St. Matthew Passion and Mozart's operas, to explore the relationship between music, mathematics, and human emotion. This holistic view positions music not just as an art form but as a fundamental component of intellectual and moral development.
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China Box Office: ‘Once Upon a Time in the Middle East’ Stays on Top as ‘The Odyssey’ Crosses $100 Million

China Box Office: ‘Once Upon a Time in the Middle East’ Stays on Top as ‘The Odyssey’ Crosses $100 Million

Dirty Monkeys’ war comedy-drama “Once Upon a Time in the Middle East” held the number one spot at the mainland China box office for the fifth straight frame, collecting RMB52.9 million ($7.8 million) over the Sept. 11–13 weekend, according to data from Artisan Gateway. Directed by Wen Muye (“Dying to Survive”) and starring Shen Teng, […]
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The Atlantic Launches 'The Permanent Questions' Podcast Exploring Life's Big Issues

The Atlantic Launches 'The Permanent Questions' Podcast Exploring Life's Big Issues

The Atlantic Launches 'The Permanent Questions' Podcast Exploring Life's Big Issues
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Korea Box Office: ‘The Odyssey’ Secures Sixth Weekend Crown as ‘Obsession’ Ascends

Korea Box Office: ‘The Odyssey’ Secures Sixth Weekend Crown as ‘Obsession’ Ascends

“The Odyssey” continued its voyage at the summit of the South Korean box office during the weekend of Sept. 11–13. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, the Christopher Nolan-directed tentpole generated $3.9 million from 449,474 admissions over the three-day frame across 1,648 screens, capturing 51.4% of the […]
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How much more embarrassment can the Republican Party take? | Opinion

How much more embarrassment can the Republican Party take? | Opinion

How could any sane Republican watch the embarrassing GOP midterm convention and not see that President Donald Trump has destroyed their party?
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Barbara Lee was hated for her 9/11 vote. We owe her an apology. | Opinion

Barbara Lee was hated for her 9/11 vote. We owe her an apology. | Opinion

One member of Congress voted no on the war on terror three days after 9/11. Rep. Barbara Lee got death threats. 25 years later, she was right.
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Box Office: ‘Practical Magic 2’ Fizzles With $30 Million Debut

Box Office: ‘Practical Magic 2’ Fizzles With $30 Million Debut

Whatever spell conjured by the witchy Owens sisters, played onscreen by Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman in two “Practical Magic” movies, wasn’t powerful enough to lure audiences to theaters. Despite a first-place finish, “Practical Magic 2” disappointed in its box office debut with $30 million from 4,146 North American theaters, arriving on the lower end […]
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They say reading is going way of dinosaurs. Columbus is proving them wrong | Opinion

They say reading is going way of dinosaurs. Columbus is proving them wrong | Opinion

The future of reading will not be decided by technology alone, but by communities willing to invest in the institutions that make literacy possible.
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‘The Odyssey’ Becomes Universal’s Highest-Grossing Film of All Time

‘The Odyssey’ Becomes Universal’s Highest-Grossing Film of All Time

On a box office voyage for less than two months, Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” has become the highest-grossing film in the history of Universal Pictures. The 114-year-old film company announced the milestone on Saturday, when the Matt Damon-led epic’s weekend haul will bring its domestic earnings to $601.2 million, with an international tally of $1.083 […]
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Box Office: ‘Practical Magic 2’ Conjures Up $13 Million on Friday as ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Nears All-Time Domestic Box Office Record

Box Office: ‘Practical Magic 2’ Conjures Up $13 Million on Friday as ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Nears All-Time Domestic Box Office Record

“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” will finally be dethroned after a six-week streak at No. 1, falling to Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman’s mystical sequel, “Practical Magic 2.” “Practical Magic 2” landed at No. 1 on Friday, making $13 million at 4,146 North American screens. By Sunday, the Warner Bros. dramedy should pull in around $30 […]
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Robert Pattinson Is Having His Best Year Ever With ‘Primetime,’ ‘The Drama,’ ‘The Odyssey’ and ‘Dune 3.’ Will the Oscars Recognize Him?

Robert Pattinson Is Having His Best Year Ever With ‘Primetime,’ ‘The Drama,’ ‘The Odyssey’ and ‘Dune 3.’ Will the Oscars Recognize Him?

Four Robert Pattinsons are better than one, and that makes his upcoming Oscar run a bit more complicated. In “Primetime,” Pattinson sits alone in a dim Florida room, reading a stranger’s chat logs aloud: “I will undress you as you undress me.” He’s playing Chris Hansen, host of the hidden-camera series “To Catch a Predator,” […]
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Save the Children Promotes Literacy in U.S. Schools with Book Vending Machines

Save the Children Promotes Literacy in U.S. Schools with Book Vending Machines

Save the Children, a global nonprofit organization, is actively promoting literacy in U.S. schools through initiatives like the installation of book vending machines. At Monson-Sultana, a recent assembly celebrated reading, with teachers and students dressing as book characters and participating in activities sponsored by the organization. Lucero Chavez Ramirez, California state director for Save the Children, emphasized that the book vending machine belongs to the students and will provide free books as an incentive for improving reading skills and fostering a love for reading. While an exact incentive structure is still being determined, every student at Monson-Sultana will receive at least one free book, with tokens for the machine being part of a reward system for good behavior. Save the Children believes in the potential of every child to become a strong reader, encouraging them to find books they genuinely enjoy.