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Sound Abounds at Folk Alliance International Conference

The sound of guitars, fiddlers and more is what sets the event apart from most other business conventions

In general, the reaction to 3D has been enthusiastic. For the moment, the 3D sets come with one pair of glasses.  Extra ones cost about $150 each.

3D Televisions Hit Market

TV manufacturers are rolling out 3D sets. 'Avatar,' the biggest box office success in history, has opened the door for 3-D TV.

Hollywood Highlights »

Kathryn Bigelow accepts the Oscar for best achievement in directing for 'The Hurt Locker' from presenter Barbra Streisand at the 82nd Academy Awards Sunday, March 7, 2010, in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles

Iraq War Drama 'The Hurt Locker' Dominates Oscars

Film about a bomb disposal unit earned a total of six Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director

Reality Bests Fantasy for Best Picture Oscar

With nine Oscar nominations each, 'Avatar', 'The Hurt Locker' competed for most coveted awards

Jeff Bridges accepts the Best Actor Oscar for his role in 'Crazy Heart'

After 50-Year Career, Jeff Bridges Savors First Oscar

Hollywood veteran hits career high in role of washed-up singer

Music »

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Gloriana Debut Album Climbs the Charts

During the past year, group has quickly become one of the hottest new acts in Country music

Music producer Steve Lillywhite at the Grammys (2006 file)

Music Producer Eyes Simon Cowell's 'Idol' Chair; 'Billboard' Releases Annual Top Money-Maker List

In other news, Reprise Records will release the Bee Gees' four-CD box set, 'Mythology' on 9 March

Putumayo Presents: Rhythm and Blues

Putumayo Issues Latest Compilation of 'Rhythm & Blues'

Previous releases featured noted blues musicians from Chicago, New Orleans and the Mississippi Delta, and a global collection

Literature »

How Can Empathy Save Our Planet?

A new book explains how the communication and renewable energy revolutions can determine the future survival of earth

World History Looks Different When Seen Through Islamic Eyes

Afghan-American writer Tamim Ansary discusses the ten pivotal periods in human history from a Muslim perspective

Super Rich Take on Super-Hero Role in Nader's Utopia

In his first novel, Only the Super-Rich Can Save Us, consumer activist Ralph Nader imagines how billionaires could improve society

Art and Culture »

The game was originally designed for university students in Africa, but in the first few days, 8,000 players from around the world - most from the United States - signed on

World Bank Online Game Invites Youth to Solve Global Problems

Players from 120 countries already participating in EVOKE, designed to get young people involved in finding solutions to urgent needs

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US Returns Ancient Sarcophagus to Egypt

Ornate sarcophagus has been at heart of international mystery for past two years

First lady Michelle Obama stands with the gown that she wore to the 2009 inaugural ball as she donates it to the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History in Washington, 9 Mar 2010

US First Lady Donates Inaugural Gown to Smithsonian

Gown will be on display at Smithsonian's National Museum of American History which will feature 11 inaugural gowns worn by first ladies