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The Battle of Iwo Jima: A Photo History
U.S. Marines raised an American flag on the Japanese island’s highest peak exactly 80 years ago. But the fighting, some of the deadliest of World War II, would rage on for a month.The New York Times - Feb. 23 -
The disturbing internet history of a triple killer
Websites visited and videos posted by Nicholas Prosper show some alarming obsessions.BBC News - 5d -
Pieces of Hollywood history set to be auctioned
All eyes will be on Hollywood this weekend as the 97th Academy Awards brings entertainment royalty together to honor the best work of the year. But it's not the only big event happening in ...CBS News - 1d -
Remembering Liberty German and Abby Williams
Liberty German and Abby Williams's loved ones reflect on their lives and the impact they had on those around them.NBC News - Feb. 21 -
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An encroaching desert threatens to swallow Mauritania’s homes and history
An ancient trading post known for housing some of West Africa's most historically significant manuscripts could soon be covered by the Sahara DesertABC News - Feb. 21 -
Easterby looks to new leaders for history chase
Round three of the Six Nations brings together two sides under interim management but in hugely contrasting form and mood.BBC News - Feb. 22 -
Curry makes history as Warriors beat Kings
Steph Curry becomes the first Golden State Warriors player in NBA history to reach 700 20-point career games after helping his side to a 132-108 win against the Sacramento Kings.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 22 -
The Postal Service’s History Amid Trump’s Threats to Change It
Trump has mused about privatizing the postal service.Inc. - Feb. 22 -
📸 Arsenal youngster makes unwanted Premier League history 😨
With Arsenal's scoreline reading 1-0 to West Ham in front of the home crowd at the Emirates, boss Mikel Arteta turned to his bench to try and change the outcome of the match. That meant bringing on ...Yahoo Sports - Feb. 22 -
Devils Stars Make Franchise History In Blowout Win
The New Jersey Devils played the Nashville Predators on Feb. 23, and it could not have gone better. The Devils defeated Nashville by a 5-0 final score and are now tied with the Carolina Hurricanes ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Democrats warn of ‘largest Medicaid cut in American history’
House Democrats are ramping up their attacks on the GOP’s budget plan, warning that the massive spending blueprint would translate into the steepest Medicaid cut in the program’s history. Behind ...The Hill - 5d -
Oscars flashback: Morgan Freeman enters the history books
The actor won a supporting actor trophy for his performance in Clint Eastwood's 'Million Dollar Baby,' the second of their three collaborations.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Writing the History of the Biden Presidency, in the Trump Era
A group of academics met to hash out a first scholarly history of the Biden administration. But in today’s scrambled politics, has the yardstick for success and failure changed?The New York Times - 4d -
Luka Dončić and a trade that could change NBA history
The trade that sent Luka Dončić to the Lakers was a repudiation of one of the best players in the world. What happens next could define the next generation across the NBA.ESPN - 3d -
The Case Against Greenpeace Puts a Spotlight on Native History
Indigenous activists behind protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline say a lawsuit against Greenpeace is trying to rewrite their role and history.The New York Times - 3d -
Friday Briefing: Germans Are Choosing New Leadership
Plus, volcano tourism in Sicily.The New York Times - Feb. 20 -
Birkenstock Loses Copyright Battle in German Court Ruling
The famous sandal company lost a battle over copyright law, leaving room for imitations to spawn.The New York Times - Feb. 20 -
German federal election 2025: what’s at stake?
Everything you need to know about the parties, policies and voting in Sunday’s pollsFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
Who's who in German elections and why this vote is important
German voters go to the polls on Sunday in a pivotal vote focused on immigration, security and the economy.BBC News - Feb. 22 -
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German voters shift to the right in Sunday’s elections
Centre-right leader Friedrich Merz set to become Germany’s next chancellorFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
What the German election result means for Europe
Also in this newsletter: Emmanuel Macron tries to woo TrumpFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
Why some German voters embraced the far right
Concerns over the economy may have contributed to the increasing number of votes for the far-right party during Germany's national election. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.CBS News - 6d -
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Five key takeaways from the German election
Friedrich Merz's conservatives have won, but the vote has thrown up some fascinating stories.BBC News - 6d -
What the German election result means for green policy
Also in today’s newsletter, will Big Pharma pay into the UN’s new biodiversity fund?Financial Times - 5d -
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Blind date: ‘I was quite vocal about my distaste for German food – and then learned of her German heritage’
Yukari, 29, a freelance motion designer, meets John, 31, a furniture sales manager. What were you hoping for? Dating in a big city can be such a slog, so I was really just hoping for a ...The Guardian - 2d -
'History Matters,' a posthumous essay collection by David McCullough, will be published this fall
A collection of essays by the late David McCullough, including some never published before, will be released this fallABC News - Feb. 18 -
'We are history.' Hood Historian serves as the memory bank for L.A.
Hood Historian's passion for sharing the history of Southern California through the lens of "a Black dude from the hood" has built a true community.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 19 -
Beyond 'Emilia Pérez': Inside 7 of the nastiest Oscar campaigns in history
Testy campaigns for the Oscars are something of a tradition and this year is no exception. With numerous controversies surfacing around multiple films and actors, this season is a particularly ...Los Angeles Times - Feb. 20 -
Trump Marks Black History Month, Even as He Disparages Value of Diversity
President Trump arrived at a packed White House celebration alongside Tiger Woods to a roaring crowd. The event came as he has eviscerated federal programs aimed at combating inequality in America.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
One-armed basketball player makes women's Division III history with basket
Being cut cut from her high school basketball team was painful for Baileigh Sinaman-Daniel, but she refused to let that rejection, or being born with one arm, stop her from pursuing her basketball ...ABC News - Feb. 21 -
Nate Burleson revisits history with civil rights icon Joseph McNeil
As part of our Black History Month celebration, Nate Burleson sits down with Joseph McNeil, one of the four students who led the Greensboro sit-ins in 1960. Meeting at the original Woolworth's ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Butler makes Warriors history over impressive five-game start
New star Warriors forward Jimmy Butler impressively has made franchise history over his first five games with Golden State.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 22 -
One-armed basketball player makes women’s Division III history
Baileigh Sinaman-Daniel refused to let rejection, or the fact she was born with one arm, end her dream of playing the game that her childhood idol LeBron James made her fall in love with 15 years ago.NBC News - Feb. 22 -
'Amateur and dangerous': Historians weigh in on viral AI history videos
Can AI resurrect the past, or are these videos a polished, modernised version of history designed for engagement?BBC News - Feb. 23