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The ancient traditions of Bhutan
60 Minutes correspondent Lesley Stahl witnessed centuries-old Bhutanese traditions, including a cham dance ceremony and traditional archery, while reporting in the Himalayan country.Top stories - CBS News - 4 hours ago -
The Lei Makers Reimagining an Ancient Tradition
A new generation of floral designers is incorporating fresh styles into their creations.Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
Reinventing Concrete, the Ancient Roman Way
By learning the secrets of 2,000-year-old cement, researchers are trying to devise greener, more durable modern options.World - The New York Times - October 21 -
Traditional English Pottery Takes on a Modern Flair
Sophie Wilson’s 1690 collection of slipware reflects a variety of artistic and literary references.Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 25 -
Jaywalking Is a New York Tradition. Now It’s Legal, Too.
New Yorkers can cross the street wherever they please without fear of a summons. Some fear the new law could lead to more pedestrian deaths.Top stories - The New York Times - October 29 -
Caldwell, Tennessee hope to restore tradition with relentless press
With an unconventional brand of basketball and zero ties to Tennessee, Kim Caldwell looks to return the Lady Vols to their championship glory.Sports - ESPN - November 6 -
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Ancient Cities Unearthed in Mountains of Central Asia
The discovery suggests that trade routes along the Silk Road were far more complex than previously understood.Science - The New York Times - October 23 -
Lebanese flee ancient city of Baalbek as Israel attacks
IDF offensive against Hizbollah continues while US struggles to negotiate end to warWorld - Financial Times - October 30 -
This ancient tadpole fossil is the oldest ever discovered
Scientists have uncovered the oldest-known fossil of a tadpole that wriggled around 160 million years agoTech - ABC News - October 30 -
Ancient tomb with jewelry and copper mirrors unearthed in Egypt
The joint Egyptian-American mission excavating the necropolis found coffins for five women, two men and three children.World - CBS News - November 4 -
Lebanon’s ancient heritage faces a barrage of Israeli airstrikes
The conflict is taking a devastating toll on Lebanon’s ancient heritage, with airstrikes wiping out centuries-old villages and endangering fragile, millenia-old archaeological sites, like the Roman ...Top stories - NBC News - 18 hours ago -
Snail Mucin Is a Skin Care Sensation With Ancient Origins
Here’s why people have been willingly smearing snail slime on their faces for centuries.Tech - Wired - 15 hours ago -
Kerr forced to break customary NBA tradition due to Warriors' depth
NBA teams rarely, if ever, play more than 10 players. But Steve Kerr might have no choice but to play, 12, 13 or sometimes even 14 guys because he can't justify keeping anyone out of the rotation.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 24 -
Bavarian tradition honors St. Leonhard, patron saint of farmers, horses and livestock
Farmers and their horses have walked in a colorful parade through the small Bavarian town of Warngau to honor their patron saint, St. LeonhardWorld - ABC News - October 28 -
As Mexicans celebrate Day of the Dead, they grapple with what it means to hold on to tradition
Every year this time Mexico erupts in celebrations during the Day of the DeadWorld - ABC News - November 2 -
Florida may enshrine hunting and fishing by ‘traditional methods’ – but what are they?
Conservationists worry amendment 2 will open the door to banned practices like blast fishing and undercut their work. On election day, Florida voters will decide whether to enshrine a ...World - The Guardian - November 3 -
Trump and Harris break bipartisan tradition by withholding top donors
Neither Vice President Harris nor former President Trump have voluntarily disclosed their top campaign fundraisers as of Election Day, upending a bipartisan tradition that dates back to 2000. ...Politics - The Hill - November 5
