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Scientists Identify the Edge of a Massive Black Hole for the First Time

New data from another galaxy’s black hole allows researchers to study the “event horizon” beyond which no matter can escape

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This Just In

Root and Branch

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PHOTOS: What You Missed at Friday’s Asia After Dark at the Sackler

Dancing, drinking, cavorting: that was the scene at Friday night’s bash at the Smithsonian’s Asian art musuem

One of the treasures from Kazakhstan’s rich past included in “Nomads and Networks” at the Sackler.

Events October 2-4: Nomadic Arts, Guided Tours and Music from Kazakhstan

This week, music and finds from Kazakhstan’s nomadic past and daily, guided tours

PHOTOS: What Happens When a Rebel Turns Graffiti Art Upside Down

Artist Evan Roth’s award-winning work puts the action in interaction

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Discussion

Discussion

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What is the Daily Rainfall on Earth and More Questions From Our Readers

Submit your own questions to Ask Smithsonian

A first-century funerary mask from Saudi Arabia helps mark the Sackler’s 25th.

The Sackler Celebrates 25 Years of Asian Art

From Tibet to the Arabian Peninsula, the gallery has been exploring the beauty of the world for a quarter of a decade

Dr. Lewis Fielding’s File Cabinet.

The World’s Most Famous Filing Cabinet

After Daniel Ellsberg leaked the Pentagon Papers, the notorious Plumbers broke into his psychiatrist’s office, looking for a way to discredit him

Clotilde Arias in 1942 with the Argentine composer Terrig Tucci

At American History, Meet the Composer of the Spanish Language National Anthem

From the Amazon River Basin to Madison Avenue, the woman behind the Spanish translation of the Star-Spangled Banner united the Americas

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Great American Puzzle Update: Solving a Sticky Question

A subscriber wondered if the mailing label that is printed on the mailed copies of Smithsonian magazine would interfere with his solving the Great American Puzzle

The Sackler transforms for one-night only into a dance party that is not to be missed.

Events September 28-30: Dance Parties, Family Days and Artist Talks

This weekend, get down after dark, celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and get an artist’s perspective on art in the collection

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DJ Spooky Spins Asia After Dark: Asian Soundscape

A tribute to Duke Ellington adorns a building in Washington, D.C., but what will happen to the genre of American music he helped pioneer? Photo by Carol Highsmith, 2010.

Jazz: Searching for an Audience and a Vibe

What will it take for the next generation to embrace jazz? The Congressional Black Caucus and guest blogger Joann Stevens weigh in

With something for everyone, Museum Day offers a full list of free attractions.

Coming Up this Weekend: Freebie Fun at the Nation’s Museums

Museums across the nation will join the Smithsonian on Sept. 29, offering free admission with a printed ticket

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UPDATE: Inconclusive Report Indicates Baby Panda Was Not Suffocated

Deeply saddened by the loss, the Zoo continues to investigate, while closely monitoring the cub’s mother, Mei Xiang

The Anacostia Community Museum explores the power of waterways to divide and unite.

Events September 25-27: Waterways, Conserving Masterpieces and Video Blogging

This week, explore the role of the Anacostia River, art conservators at the museum and video blogging in contemporary life

National Zoo Director Dennis Kelly informed crowds of the cub’s death.

Breaking: National Zoo Officials Report the Panda Cub is Dead

The Zoo’s new cub born a week ago died today, Sunday, September 22, is dead

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PHOTOS: Tour Smithsonian Gardens’ Fall Flowers

The heat and torrents of rain have paid off with bright, beautiful blooms around the Mall

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VIDEO: Best View Yet of Baby Panda

After some vigorous grooming, the new cub might be ready for a close-up

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