Kennedy Center Demolition Notice, San Francisco Opera Strike Ends, Duncan Sheik Dies at 56

A federal judge has ruled that there must be a 30-day notice before any demolition of the Kennedy Center, as reported by AP. This decision comes after Philip Kennicott from the Washington Post criticized the portrayal of the Kennedy Center as 'elite,' arguing it is actually the most genuinely populist major arts center in the nation. Additionally, there's a chance the murals in the New Deal-era Cohen Building, often likened to the 'Sistine Chapel' of that era, might be preserved thanks to a Republican from the Freedom Caucus, according to The New Republic. Meanwhile, the San Francisco Opera has reached a tentative deal to end the strike that impacted opening week, as per the San Francisco Chronicle. In music news, Duncan Sheik, known for writing Spring Awakening, has passed away at 56, reports The New York Times. Fashion Week in New York saw many designers showcasing collections that expressed a longing for nature, suggesting a collective desire to unplug. Lastly, in over 36 states, people are removing license-plate cameras themselves instead of waiting for local governments to act, The Conversation noted. Universities that promoted AI to students for three years are now facing research indicating it may hinder critical thinking, leading to uncertainty about its benefits, according to The New York Times.