The copyrights of thousands of 20th-century films, books, compositions and sound recordings expire on Jan. 1, making them free for anyone to share and adapt. Here are some of the highlights.

The new year may bring pivotal developments in a series of copyright lawsuits that could shape the future business of ...

President Joe Biden signed a bill into law making the bald eagle the national bird, so the once-endangered species can now ...

Minnesota resident Preston Cook has long pushed lawmakers to designate the bald eagle as the country’s official bird. He even penned a draft of the legislation that he sent to lawmakers on Capitol ...

President Joe Biden signed into law legislation sent to him by Congress that amends the United States Code to correct what ...

For more than 400 days after being critically wounded during Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack on southern Israel, Yona Brief tried ...

Botto, described as a “decentralized autonomous artist,” has made more than $5 million since its inception in 2021.

After learning the U.S. doesn't officially recognize the bald eagle as its national bird, a Minnesota man swooped in. This ...

The vibrant energy of Times Square on New Year’s Eve is an undeniable symbol of the holiday. But for many, battling massive crowds and chilly winds for a sliver of the action feels more like a test of ...

During the holiday, families and communities organize around what are known as the seven principles, or Nguzo Saba. The seven ...

The squirrel became a symbol of government overreach after he was euthanized by agents conducting a property search.