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The cultural works becoming public domain in 2026, from Betty Boop to Nancy Drew

The original version of Betty Boop — as seen in this "Dizzy Dishes" cartoon — is one of many works from 1930 entering the public domain in 2026. (Screenshot by NPR)
The original version of Betty Boop — as seen in this "Dizzy Dishes" cartoon — is one of many works from 1930 entering the public domain in 2026. (Screenshot by NPR)

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