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James Taylor pays tribute to a ‘hero of mine,’ John Prine

The singer called his contemporary "the genuine article."

Carell, Kudrow power Netflix’s upcoming ‘Space Force’

The show is a workplace comedy about the people who are assigned the job of creating a sixth branch of the armed services called Space Force.

Boston Pops cancels its 2020 spring season

This season was marked to celebrate Keith Lockhart's 25th anniversary as conductor.

Ellen DeGeneres removes YouTube video in which she compares social distancing to ‘being in jail’

The comparison to jail, made between DeGeneres's trademark pleasantries, struck many as tone-deaf, given the current state of American prisons.

You don’t have to be a book lover to watch ‘The Booksellers,’ but you might become one after you do

This peripatetic documentary visits booksellers to discuss the future of their trade.

Boston’s Emerald Necklace now has its own symphony. And you can download it for free.

Composed by Andrew List, a professor at Berklee College of Music, “The Emerald Necklace” is a chamber symphony that spans 15 minutes and is broken up into three movements, each named for a portion of the 1,100-acre park system.

‘I’m gonna shake God’s hand’: An appreciation for John Prine

75+ things to do while coronavirus has you stuck at home

During lockdown, more celebrities are mirroring us — unshaven, unwashed, and not ashamed

Junot Díaz case may be a #MeToo turning point

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Because of COVID-19, Instagram circa 2012 is back. Let me explain.

When Instagram joined the App Store in 2010, a culture of spontaneity ruled the platform. Amid the panic of the coronavirus, this social media lifestyle of yore has returned. 1:00 p.m.

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This Netflix special will help summon your courage

Texas social work professor Brené Brown's tackles shame and vulnerability with her Netflix special. 12:00 p.m.

‘I’m gonna shake God’s hand’: An appreciation for John Prine

Prine’s genius was to seem bemused, confused, and amused at the cosmic comedy of life. His songs laughed and sighed, shrugged their shoulders, wept a little, ordered another beer. 12:00 p.m.

Sandwich issue brings Costanza to mind

Advice from Amy Dickinson. 12:00 a.m.

THEATER

Stages going dark in the Berkshires

Williamstown Theatre Festival cancels its summer season while other theaters postpone productions. 6:06 p.m.

TV CRITIC'S CORNER

James Taylor to appear on ‘The Voice’ as a mentor

He will serve on the NBC talent contest as Mega Mentor to the four contenders who survive the Battle Rounds. 5:00 p.m.

Baseball is sidelined, so Fenway Park’s organist launched his own season

Josh Kantor is now pledging to continue the "7th-Inning Stretch," as he calls his 30-minute show, until baseball returns or people get sick of it. 2:22 p.m.

BOOKS

A reader’s walking path: 5 books to inspire your next jaunt

Some books of note on walking, for escapes of the body and mind. 1:42 p.m.

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The Keatons and Camp Kikiwaka add up to 60 minutes of TV togetherness

Two sitcoms — one current, one from my generation — kept my whole family happy and off of their personal screens. 5:20 p.m.

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Wake up your flagging spirits with 'The Drowsy Chaperone’

Nothing dispels the housebound blahs more reliably than a cast album of a topnotch musical comedy. 5:06 p.m.

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Melinda Lopez’s 'Mala’ to be shown on WGBH 2

The solo play written and performed by Melinda Lopez was inspired by caring for her aging mother during the last year of her life. 5:01 p.m.

BOOKS

Remembering Kate Mattes, a maven of mysteries

Writers are notorious introverts, and reading is essentially a private experience. But Kate created a community, supporting and nurturing crime fiction authors as well as fans. 11:05 a.m.

Spouses at odds over COVID-19 concerns, or lack thereof

Advice from Amy Dickinson. 12:00 a.m.

This week’s TV: Quibi arrives, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ departs, ‘Killing Eve’ returns

Globe critic Matthew Gilbert navigates the week in TV. 7:00 p.m.

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Visit your favorite zoo and aquarium animals online

Zoos and aquariums across the nation are using digital tools as a way to keep their creatures connected to their adoring fans. 4:00 p.m.

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TEDConnects gathers global experts for daily, virtual talks

The goal? To spread ideas that “can help us reflect and work through this uncertain time with a sense of responsibility, compassion and wisdom.” 2:45 p.m.