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'The Road to the Country' Review: To War for Biafra
Chigozie Obioma’s novel follows two brothers into the inferno of Nigeria’s civil war.The Wall Street Journal - World -
'UnStuck' Review: Stuckey's, Back on the Road Again
For cheap gas, hot dogs, pecan rolls and Davy Crockett hats, Stuckey’s was a familiar waystation on midcentury car trips. Can it be revived?The Wall Street Journal - World -
'American Civil Wars' Review: The Era of Continental Divides
In the mid-19th century, Mexico and Canada were both gripped by internal conflicts. The conflagration of war in the U.S. soon followed.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Review: 'The Strangers - Chapter 1' is a rote rehash that lacks the original film's creepy suspense
Intended to kick-start a new trilogy of films, 'The Strangers - Chapter 1,' starring Madelaine Petsch and Froy Gutierrez, is a weak retread of the 2008 original.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Review: In 'Gasoline Rainbow,' carefree kids hit the road during a fleeting moment when they can
New Orleans' filmmakers the Ross brothers continue to push their style forward with this euphoric road adventure cast with first-time actors who keep it real.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
The Damascus Events — the story of a 19th-century massacre
Eugene Rogan offers a surprising and enlightening account of how order was restored to the city after an eruption of violence in 1860Financial Times - World -
Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft review – still the great outlier of American pop
(Darkroom/Interscope Records)On this deeply involving third album, Eilish once again breaks the rules for arena-filling artists: it’s subtle and understated, yet jars the listener with eerie show tunes and explosive noise. Billie Eilish’s third ...The Guardian - World -
Here's the deflation breakdown for April 2024 — in one chart
Deflation is the opposite of inflation: It's when prices decline. That has largely occurred for goods such as furniture, appliances and cars in the past year.CNBC - Business -
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Bomb survivor thought she was hit by lightning
On the 50th anniversary, BBC News NI speaks to those affected by 1974 bombs which killed 33 people.BBC News - Top stories -
Troops cleared of blame over Falklands ship bombing
Secret files finally clear the Welsh Guards after 48 crew were killed in the bombing of Sir Galahad.BBC News - Top stories -
Under Israeli Bombs, a Wartime Economy Emerges in Gaza
Amid the destruction, a marketplace of survival has arisen focused on the basics: food, shelter and money.The New York Times - World - Israel -
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Mysterious origin of the "tree of life" revealed
The trees have been called both "grotesque" and "one of the most charismatic species on our planet" – and now we know where they came from.CBS News - World -
Olympians April Ross and Alix Klineman hope their return to AVP inspires moms
April Ross and Alix Klineman have earned Olympic gold medals. Their next big goal is to juggle raising babies while competing on the AVP tour.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
China's consumption and investment slowed in April, while industrial output beat expectations.
China’s consumption and investment slowed in April, while industrial output beat expectations.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
House Dems outraise House GOP with record April fundraising month
The House Democrats’ campaign arm outraised their Republican counterpart in April with a record $12.4 million brought in during the month. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee’s (DCCC) total is the highest ever in the month of April ...The Hill - Politics -
The Dow's road to 40,000 in one chart
The move comes as investors cheer the prospects of AI boosting corporate profits and the Federal Reserve possibly cutting rates later this year.CNBC - Business -
The origin story of Leatherman's "pocket survival tool"
In 1975, Tim Leatherman decided to put his engineering degree to use and see if he could somehow combine a pocket knife with pliers. His tinkering that forged a "multitool" would lead to Leatherman, a Portland, Oregon-based company that ...CBS News - Top stories -
Police who took kebab break before arena bomb disciplined
A PC and a PCSO who took a long break and did not follow orders received final written warnings.BBC News - Top stories -
Congress must stop Biden from fueling a Saudi nuclear bomb
If Jake Sullivan and team can pull it off, the mega deal will be billed as bringing peace to the Middle East. If it opens the door to Saudi enrichment, however, the accord will only fuel more chaos and instability.The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Police close roads as Celtic fans gather in Glasgow
Police say a 'proportionate' plan is in place after disruption caused by celebrating fans last year.BBC News - Top stories -
Pope Francis: "Climate change at this moment is a road to death"
Pope Francis has often spoken up about the alarming impact of climate change and urges countries that can "make the most difference" to help create awareness and take action.CBS News - Top stories -
Pope Francis calls climate change "a road to death"
In a historic interview that aired in part on "60 Minutes," Pope Francis sat down with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell to discuss a range of issues, including his views on the war in Gaza, migrants and same-sex ...CBS News - Top stories - Climate -
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Ricky Martin and 'Livin' La Vida Loca' ushered in pop's 'Latin explosion' in 1999. Too bad it wasn't real.
In summer 1999, Ricky Martin's 'Livin' La Vida Loca' took over Top 40 radio, ushering the so-called Latin explosion in pop music.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Bezos's Blue Origin sends first crew to edge of space since 2022
Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos’s rocket company, sent its first crew into space in nearly two years, after a failed, uncrewed test flight in 2022 temporarily grounded passenger flights. The New Shepard rocket successfully completed its 25th mission into ...The Hill - Politics -
Blue Origin rocket carries first Black astronaut candidate into space
Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket lifted off Sunday, carrying the oldest man ever to go into space. Ed Dwight, 90, trained to become NASA's first Black astronaut candidate 60 years ago, but he didn't get to fly then.CBS News - Top stories -
BattleTech Celebrates 40th Anniversary With New Edition Of The Original Board Game
The tactical sci-fi franchise, BattleTech, is turning 40 this year, and it's celebrating by launching a new edition of the original board game. Since its debut in 1984, the BattleTech franchise has branched out to video games, novels, TV, and ...GameSpot - Tech -
Road to Riyadh: Fury and Usyk’s long journey to date with destiny
The two fighters have experienced epic highs and crushing lows in the lead-up to Saturday’s undisputed decider. His eye-catching size and improbable name earned Tyson Fury attention but his amateur career was marked by frustration. Fury fought ...The Guardian - World -
Top Gear stars sign up for new road trip series
Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris will travel around Europe as they grapple with mid-life problems.BBC News - Top stories -
Migrating Americans
Another round of Census data shows more movement toward limited government.The Wall Street Journal - World -
'The Winner' Review: Lessons in Ambition
In Teddy Wayne’s novel, a young man’s summer teaching tennis to the rich on Cape Cod puts him in deeper waters than he bargained for.The Wall Street Journal - World -
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'Here There Are Blueberries' Review: At Leisure at Auschwitz
A powerful play by Moisés Kaufman and Amanda Gronich at New York Theatre Workshop takes its inspiration from a photo album that depicts the concentration camp’s staff relaxing and enjoying themselves in close proximity to unimaginable horror.The Wall Street Journal - World -
'Babes' Review: A Wacky Welcome to Motherhood
Ilana Glazer and Michelle Buteau star in director Pamela Adlon’s comedy about pregnancy and what comes after.The Wall Street Journal - World -
'Pilobus' Review: A Graceful Body of Work
The experimental dance troupe focused on athletic, gymnastic forms to create startling displays of what the human body can do.The Wall Street Journal - World -
'The Infernal Machine' Review: The Language of Violence
Radicals of the early 20th century sent political messages with bullets and dynamite.The Wall Street Journal - World -
'A Fatal Inheritance' Review: A Legacy of Cancer
Over time, scientists discovered that cancer could have a genetic component. Some families proved to be tragically hexed.The Wall Street Journal - World -