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In the summer of 1956, the American news magazine Life dispatched its first Black staff photographer, Gordon Parks, to Alabama, with a brief to document racial segregation in the wake of the Montgomery bus boycott. The trip was a perilous one, but Parks, then in his early 40s, was already on a career trajectory that would mark him out as one of the most consequential artists of his generation.…

A new book edited by the State Library of New South Wales’s Margot Riley showcases 250 striking photographs from the PIX magazine archives. From 1932 to 1972, PIX reshaped Australian photojournalism, captivating readers with fashion, politics, science and entertainment. PIX: The Magazine that Told Australia’s Story is out now ($69.99, NewSouth Books)

After heat relations throughout his first time period, Tokyo has not tailored to Donald Trump’s transactional strategy in commerce and defence

‘The Simpsons’ at 30: Six Era-Defining Episodes

For the past three decades, there has been one constant in America’s comedy landscape: “The Simpsons.” With that animated sitcom now approaching the start of its 30th season, on Sept. 30, it’s a good time to reflect on how “The Simpsons” has evolved during its unparalleled run, and how each era in that evolution has reflected — or failed to reflect — the state of comedy, and of the culture, as…

25 era-defining photos of David Bowie through the decades

Legendary British musician David Bowie revelled in his colourful life, which has sadly been cut short at the age of 69 — after an 18-month battle with cancer. As the world pays tribute to the iconic musician, artist, actor, and all-’round magical human being — here’s a look back at the many characters of one of Earth’s most inspiring creatures. See also: 7 stellar David Bowie duets to remember a…