Major Cultural Works Enter Public Domain in 2026, Including Betty Boop and Mickey Mouse
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Every January 1, works from 1930, including films, books, and music, enter the public domain in the U.S., allowing free use and adaptation, with notable entries like Disney's 'The Chain Gang' and William Faulkner's 'As I Lay Dying.' The event fosters creative reuse, remix contests, and access to historic media, expanding the cultural landscape.
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