The Cuban Missile Crisis—among the most frightening events of the Cold War—kicked into high gear on October 22, 1962. In a dramatic 18-minute televised speech, President Kennedy shocked the nation by revealing “unmistakable evidence” of a nuclear missile threat. For the key moments, major players and a timeline of the 13-day standoff, visit https://www.history.com/articles/cuban-missile-crisis-timeline-jfk-khrushchev #HISTORY | HISTORY

Natalie Haynes joined Armando Iannucci to discuss why Charles Kennedy was the best political communicator she has come across. Strong Message Here | Listen on BBC Sounds | BBC Radio 4

We asked 𝘈𝘪𝘥𝘢 Director (and WNO Artistic Director) Francesca Zambello five questions about Verdi’s masterpiece. Watch and make sure to join us at the Kennedy Center from Oct. 24 - Nov. 2, 2025, to witness this epic drama capturing a war between heart and homeland. | The Kennedy Center