Copyright, sampling and the public domain
Everything filed under arts in our culture coverage, the 9 reports filed on it so far.
Book Bans 2025-2026 School Year Hit Record High
U.S. Public schools recorded nearly 12,000 book bans in the 2025-2026 school year, the highest annual total since tracking began.
Lucas Museum plaza fences spark debate over public access
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles is installing permanent fences around its central plaza, citing safety and visitor flow, a move that
Olivia Dean Faces Lawsuit Over 'I’ve Seen It' Copyright
Mattie Music Group has filed a federal copyright lawsuit alleging Olivia Dean’s song 'I’ve Seen It' substantially copies Bill Withers’ 'Just the Two...
Collectors Fund $10 Million Restoration of Calder's Senate
Jon and Kim Shirley spent a decade and $10 million to restore Alexander Calder's 'Mountains and Clouds,' the largest modern public artwork in...
Art Basel Paris 2026 Highlights Emily in Paris Star's Role
Art Basel Paris reveals 2026 program with 211 galleries, an expanded public art lineup, and Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu as guest director of the Oh La...
Brooklyn Public Library Launches Craft Supply Lending
The Brooklyn Public Library has launched its first craft supply lending program, offering 31 items like crochet hooks and laminators for free rental...
Counterpublic Triennial Expands as Invitation to Action
The third Counterpublic Triennial, 'Coyote Time,' opens across five St. Louis sites, framing itself as an invitation to experience public space...
Public Record returns with New York tribute at Delacorte
Theatre-makers Emily Lim and Dan Canham bring a community-driven live performance to Central Park’s Delacorte Theater, drawing on workshops with over...
Robert Indiana Home Sale Defies Will
The Star of Hope Foundation is selling Robert Indiana's Maine home for $1.4 million, despite his will directing it become a public art space.