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The Gene That Made Mice Squeak Strangely
A new study suggests that the NOVA1 gene may have been a key player in the evolution of human language.The New York Times - Feb. 18 -
Carts, catwalk and carnival: Photos of the week
A selection of news photographs from around the world.BBC News - Feb. 22 -
The Latest: A day inside Brazil's wild Carnival parties
Brazil’s Carnival revelry is ramping up, from the raucous street parties to the glitzy paradesABC News - 2d -
Brazilian city in Amazon declares emergency after huge sinkholes appear
In Buriticupu, about 1,200 people risk losing their homes, and residents have seen the problem escalate in 30 years. Authorities in a city in the Brazilian Amazon have declared a state of ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
Global Right-Wing Leaders Revel in a Renewed Fight, Supercharged by Trump
Emissaries of far-right parties overseas, gathering this week at the Conservative Political Action Conference near Washington, described a resurgence spanning continents, buoyed by the U.S. president.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
Decaffeinated Brazilians blame Lula for surging cost of morning brew
Food inflation weighs on the ratings of leftwing leader of Latin America’s largest nationFinancial Times - Feb. 23 -
Butler makes hilarious revelation after win in Warriors home debut
New Golden State Warriors wing Jimmy Butler hasn't had a chance to get settled in the Bay Area.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24 -
The São Paulo connection: a Brazilian gang is spreading its cocaine business into Australia
The PCC – First Capital Command – formed in a Sāo Paulo prison but is now spreading its tentacles around the world. In September 2020, the Australian Border Force intercepted 552kg of cocaine ...The Guardian - 3d -
Blind children given sight after experimental gene therapy
Four toddlers born with a rare eye condition have seen "life-changing improvements", say UK doctors.BBC News - Feb. 21 -
Reeling Texas Democrats Get a Rare Sight: Their National Chair
Though victory in the state feels farther away than ever, some Democrats, including their new leader, say Texas could still be a key part of their party’s future.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
Rise Of The Golden Idol DLC Release Date May Be Hidden In Plain Sight
Following its launch back in October, The Rise of the Golden Idol is set to add some additional chapters to its tale of murder and mystery in the first expansion, called The Sins of New Wells. ...GameSpot - 6d -
NASCAR Cup stars take in the sights and sounds of Mexico City
MEXICO CITY -- This is not the pina colada Cancun of your cruise ships, but a vibrant, sprawling, city center full of busy international vibes; welcoming and interesting. Smiling friendly people ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Commercial moon lander Blue Ghost sets sights on Sunday touchdown
The Blue Ghost lunar lander privately developed by Firefly Aerospace is carrying a suite of sophisticated instruments to the moon for NASA.CBS News - 1d -
Snowy Trails, Cozy Inns: Skiing Town to Town in Quebec
A new series of ski tours in the Laurentian Mountains combine rigorous days of cross-country skiing with overnight stays (and meals) at local inns.The New York Times - 7h -
Samba queen Sabrina Sato: ‘Heaven must be similar to Carnival’
The Brazilian star loves sunglasses, massages and her tailor-made costumesFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
Olympians A'ja Wilson, Jordan Chiles featured on Time 'Women of the Year' cover
A'ja Wilson and Jordan Chiles were named among Time's 13 "Women of the Year," announced on Thursday.ESPN - Feb. 21 -
Many Americans don't trust the media to cover Trump: Survey
Most Americans in a new survey said they have little confidence that the news media can cover President Trump with fairness and accuracy. The YouGov poll, published Friday, found that 67 percent of ...The Hill - Feb. 22 -
White House says it will decide which news outlets cover Trump
Move comes a day after administration won ruling allowing it to bar AP from the Oval Office and Air Force One. The White House said it will take control over which news organizations and reporters ...The Guardian - 5d -
White House Moves to Pick the Pool Reporters Who Cover Trump
In announcing plans to hand-select the reporters who can ask the president questions at many events, the White House is breaking decades of precedent.The New York Times - 5d -
Veteran journalist Don Dahler reflects on a life covering the world's biggest stories
In his new memoir, "Souvenirs from an Absurd Life," Don Dahler shares firsthand accounts of war zones, wildlife and decades of groundbreaking reporting.CBS News - 5d -
Starmer to warn Trump that peace in Ukraine needs US military cover
UK prime minister heads for Washington as president reiterates need for Europe to provide the security for KyivFinancial Times - 4d -
Jesus Guerrero’s Family Says Kylie Jenner Will Cover His Funeral Expenses
Multiple former clients posted about their relationships with Jesus Guerrero, who died at 34. His family said Kylie Jenner volunteered to pay his funeral expenses.The New York Times - 4d -
Desi Lydic: Trump Just ‘Put a Cover Charge on America’
“It’s $5 million to get in, but he’ll waive it if you bring in three hot girls with you,” Lydic said of President Trump’s “gold card” visa idea on the “Daily Show.”The New York Times - 4d -
I’m Still Here review – wrenching true-life saga of a Brazilian family torn apart by military rule
When a congressman is abducted from his beachfront home in 1970s Rio, his wife and children are left reeling – for decades – in Walter Salles’s Oscar-nominated drama starring an extraordinary ...The Guardian - Feb. 23 -
Neymar scores stunning Olimpico: Brazilian star quiets the crowd with huge goal direct from corner for Santos
Neymar celebrated the goal with a shrug, acting like the moment was commonplace for the starCBS Sports - Feb. 24 -
2025 NFL Draft: First-round prospect Shavon Revel Jr. on schedule to be fully cleared this summer
Revel is considered by many to be a top player in this draft classCBS Sports - 6d -
A Brazilian samba star says goodbye: ‘I’ve fought a lot, but I also think we need to live’
Neguinho da Beija-Flor, 75, is the most recognisable voice in Rio de Janeiro’s elite carnival league and has led 50 consecutive parades for the same school. On Monday night, as 100,000 people ...The Guardian - 1d -
The Cryptocurrency Scam That Turned a Small Town Against Itself
How did a successful, financially sophisticated banker gamble his community’s money away?The New York Times - Feb. 19 -
No charges for woman dragged from Idaho town hall
No charges will be filed against a woman dragged from an Idaho Republican town hall by security guards. The security firm's license has also been revoked. KHQ's John Webb reports.NBC News - 6d -
Johnson claims town hall protesters 'paid' by Democrats
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) denounced recent protests at town halls that featured GOP lawmakers, claiming the demonstrators were "paid" by Democrats. “The videos you saw of the town halls ...The Hill - 4d -
Liverpool cruise past Manchester City as Premier League title is in sight for Arne Slot's Reds
The Reds have an 11-point lead atop the table, and it looks like there's no stopping themCBS Sports - Feb. 23 -
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German Catholic Church condemns carnival float linking Jesus to church sex abuse
Germany’s Catholic Church has sharply criticized a carnival float made for a big street parade in the western city of Cologne that linked Jesus with the church abuse scandalABC News - 5d -
Man who murdered top chef near Notting Hill Carnival jailed for life
Mussie Imnetu died in hospital four days after he was kicked and punched in the street.BBC News - 3d -
A samba school rises to Rio Carnival's top league, bringing an economic boom to its poor residents
Carnival always breathes life into the economy of Vila Vintem, on Rio de Janeiro’s west side, but this year there’s even more, with its Unidos de Padre Miguel samba school back in the top parade ...ABC News - 1d
