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Tom Hanks, a prominent Hollywood figure, reflects on his enduring fascination with World War II, seeking poetry, solace, and enlightenment from the era. He draws parallels between the stark choices faced then and the decisions confronting us today, emphasizing that personal involvement, regardless of the conflict, hinges on fundamental human choices. Read on to know more in detail.

Broadway's biggest night is set with the Tony nominations unveiled, featuring a vampire musical and a revived comedy series leading the pack with 12 nods each. Hollywood stars like Daniel Radcliffe and Rose Byrne are in contention, while a historic record for the oldest acting nominee has been set. Several notable snubs have also sparked discussion among theatre enthusiasts.

Tony Award nominations are out, with "The Lost Boys" and "Schmigadoon!" leading with 12 nods each. Veteran actress June Squibb, 96, made history as the oldest nominee. Danny Burstein also set a record for most nominations for a male actor. The awards celebrate a diverse range of productions, from vampire thrillers to musical parodies.

Renowned author Alice Walker, celebrated for 'The Color Purple,' emphasizes that true power lies within individuals, often overlooked due to societal conditioning or fear. Her life and work champion inner peace, self-discovery, and a spiritual connection to humanity and nature.

Elizabeth Bishop was a renowned 20th-century poet. Her clear writing and sharp observations left a lasting mark. Bishop's life, marked by early loss and extensive travel, deeply influenced her work. She focused on detailed descriptions and imagery, letting emotion emerge through observation. Her poems explored themes of belonging and the human condition.

Hanks will star in an adaptation of the short story "The Comebacker," with Marielle Heller as a director.

Trump has paused the bombing. That does not mean the war is winding down. But it may suggest that it is becoming harder to keep going — not only because of oil and strategy, but because support is beginning to fray

Margaret Mitchell, a "one-book wonder," achieved lasting fame with her iconic novel, Gone with the Wind. Published in 1936, the book, set during the American Civil War and Reconstruction, captivated readers with its strong characters and vivid historical detail. Its enduring impact was further amplified by the celebrated 1939 film adaptation.

The pulitzer prizes for 2020 will be announced two weeks later than scheduled as journalists who serve on the board that awards them cover the coronavirus pandemic, a spokeswoman said on Tuesday.

Pulitzer Administrator Dana Canedy announced the pulitzer prize 2019 winners on April 15 at the Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism in New York City.

Colson Whitehead's 'The Underground Railroad' is an acclaimed slavery novel. Others who won the prestigious award are Lynn Nottage’s factory drama 'Sweat' and Matthew Desmond’s 'Evicted' for non-fiction work.

This year the winners were announced through video streaming in Journalism, Books, Drama and Music on May 4. Check out the winners here.

India-born poet Vijay Seshadri has won the prestigious 2014 pulitzer prize in the poetry category for his collection of poems "3 Sections."

The city captured a glimpse of celebrated existentialist American playwright Edward Albee’s pulitzer prize winning drama A Delicate Balance, recently

Richard Powers' pulitzer prize for fiction in 2019 winning novel 'The Overstory' will be adapted into a web series. Read more details here.

Donald Trump has declared a victory in his libel lawsuit against the pulitzer prize Board, after a Florida appellate court denied the board's request to suspend proceedings. The lawsuit concerns the 2018 pulitzer prizes awarded to The New York Times and The Washington Post for their reporting on the Trump campaign's alleged ties to Russia.

For pulitzer prize winner and Indian-American author Jhumpa Lahiri, it is still Calcutta and not Kolkata as is known now.