“Polanski, who fled the U.S. decades ago after admitting to the statutory rape of a 13-year-old, will no longer face trial over an alleged assault of another minor after reaching a settlement. … (This case) had been due in civil court in Los Angeles next August, but has now been withdrawn.” – France 24
The sale of an 1892 Gauguin oil painting, “Nafea Faa Ipoipo (When Will You Marry?),” was confirmed by the seller, Rudolf Staechelin.
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Six artist billboards will be installed near this year’s Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago with the hope of increasing civic engagement ahead of the […]