Audiences always seem delighted when an actor proves to be more than a one-trick pony. They're especially enchanted when a performer can act, sing, dance... and play a musical instrument. Or two. How ...

RANCHO CUCAMONGA — For Jim Rawitsch, the work of the late Sam Maloof epitomizes creativity, innovation, and originality. It’s also the perfect description for latest exhibit, “With Strings Attached: ...

BASRA, Iraq (Reuters) - In his small workshop in the Iraqi city of Basra, Thabit al-Basri carefully bends a slim piece of wood over a flame before placing it over the pear-shaped oud in the making.