David Hockney: An appreciation – CBS News

David Hockney’s constant experimentations in art gave us six decades of swimming pools and sun-drenched scenes, intimate portraits of friends, vibrant depictions of his native Yorkshire, and groundbreaking digital works. The British-born painter died on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at age 88. Correspondent Seth Doane offers an appreciation of the groundbreaking body of work, by…

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Florida’s “Alligator Alcatraz” shutting down permanently, sources say

Companies hired by the state to operate the Florida migrant detention center known as “Alligator Alcatraz” were notified Monday morning to begin “full demobilization” of the facility, quietly bringing an ignominious close a $1.2 billion experiment that was once hailed by Gov. Ron DeSantis and President Trump as a model other states should pursue, four sources familiar…

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“Star Wars” lightsaber, “Wizard of Oz” witch hat and more iconic film props going up for auction

A lightsaber immortalized in a pivotal scene from George Lucas’ “Star Wars” saga is among the fixtures of an upcoming auction focused on Hollywood memorabilia.  The massive Hollywood & Entertainment Signature Auction, presented by the New York-based auction house Heritage Auctions, will give pop culture enthusiasts the opportunity to bid on numerous props from iconic…

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