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Harvard Removes Binding of Human Skin From Book in Its Library
The decision to find a “respectful final disposition” for human remains used for a 19th-century book comes amid growing scrutiny of their presence in museum collections.The New York Times - Top stories -
Book made with human skin removed from Harvard Library
The book contains a handwritten note by its first owner saying, "a book about the human soul deserved to have a human covering."CBS News - Top stories -
Harvard library removes human skin from book binding
Harvard University removed human skin from the binding of "Des destinées de l'âme" in Houghton Library Wednesday after a review found ethical concerns with the book's origin and history.NBC News - Top stories -
Mia Armstrong talks new book and her life as a person with Down syndrome
In the children's book "I Am a Masterpiece," Mia Armstrong, alongside her mother, Cara, explores the power of embracing Down syndrome as a unique strength.CBS News - Entertainment -
Senegal's president-elect pledges to fight corruption after a stunning victory for the 44-year-old
Senegal woke up to a new president-elect, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a former tax inspector and political noviceABC News - World -
Swamp Notes: Is Maga good for Biden?
Democrats despise Donald Trump. Why are they helping Trump-backed candidates win elections?Financial Times - World - Joe Biden -
Joni Mitchell returns to Spotify two years after boycott over Joe Rogan's COVID-19 'lies'
Joni Mitchell's music returned to Spotify last week, more than two years after she boycotted the streaming giant for platforming 'The Joe Rogan Experience.'Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
USWNT roster: Cat Macario, Mal Swanson return, and 16-year-old Lily Yohannes gets her first call
Lily Yohannes is one of two USWNT debutants on the SheBelieves Cup roster, and perhaps the most intriguing prospect in the U.S. player pool right now.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
U.K. singer Duffy returns to social media 4 years after revealing kidnap and rape
Welsh singer Duffy broke her social media hiatus to share a motivational message to fans four years after revealing the horrific kidnap and rape that caused her to leave the spotlight.NBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Panthers signing Jadeveon Clowney: Former No. 1 overall pick returning home on two-year deal with Carolina
It's Clowney's fifth NFL stop in six seasonsCBS Sports - Sports -
Free Blockbuster Libraries Offer an Alternative to Streaming
The neighborhood lending libraries have popped up around North America, offering a nostalgic return to DVDs.The New York Times - Business -
Is He Ever Just a Personal Trainer?
Male fitness instructors have had a reputation for being flirts and girlfriend stealers. How true is it?The New York Times - Lifestyle -
In an ‘Anti-Wedding,’ It’s Personality Over Tradition
For people who are excited to get married but don’t want to plan a classic wedding, one planner offers a solution: “love parties.”The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Five Best: Books on Faith
Selected by Marilynne Robinson, the author, most recently, of ‘Reading Genesis.’The Wall Street Journal - World -
Elton John and Bernie Taupin honored with prestigious Library of Congress Gershwin Prize
Sir Elton John and lyricist Bernie Taupin were honored with the prestigious Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song on Wednesday as part of a starry tributeABC News - Entertainment -
‘Not a parable about death’: Raymond Briggs’s notes set record straight for The Snowman
Remarks scribbled in a Finnish copy of the much-loved book, to be featured in an exhibition on the author, reveal how the story was misunderstood. It is Raymond Briggs’s most loved book, notching up sales of 5.5m, while the TV adaptation is a ...The Guardian - World -
Yankees Notes: Luis Gil cracks rotation; Oswaldo Cabrera to slot in at third?
Here are the latest Yankees notes from spring training, including an injury update on DJ LeMahieu and his potential replacement...Yahoo Sports - Sports - MLB -
Jane Goodall Is More of a Dog Person, Actually
Dr. Goodall, who is best known for her work with chimpanzees, recently celebrated her forthcoming 90th birthday with as many dogs and explained why she isn’t slowing down.The New York Times - Science -
The week's bestselling books, March 24
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, March 24, 2024, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Book excerpt: "James" by Percival Everett
The author of "Erasure" (the basis of the Oscar-winning film "American Fiction") returns with a comic novel that retells Mark Twain's "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" through the eyes of an enslaved boy.CBS News - Entertainment -
Book excerpt: "The Morningside" by Téa Obreht
The latest novel from the New York Times bestselling author of "The Tiger's Wife" and "Inland" is set in a future metropolis ravaged by climate change.CBS News - Entertainment -
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App Store / Apple Books charts for week ending 3/24/24:ABC News - Entertainment - Apple -
Stephen King’s Best Books: A Guide
The author has dominated horror fiction, and arguably all popular fiction, for decades. Here’s where to start.The New York Times - Top stories -
The week's bestselling books, March 31
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, March 31, 2024, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Scotland survive late Wales comeback in Cardiff
Scotland survive a late fightback to secure a first Women's Six Nations victory on Welsh soil in 20 years.BBC News - Top stories -
Scotland survive late scare to beat Wales
Watch highlights as Wales miss a late conversion to level the match as Scotland hold on for their first Women's Six Nations victory on Welsh soil in 20 years.BBC News - Top stories -
March Madness: Houston survives Texas A&M rally, buzzer-beater to advance past Aggies in OT thriller
Houston ended up in an unexpected fight, but advanced to face Duke in the Sweet 16.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Drag story hour at library canceled after suspicious package and threats, authorities say
A suspicious package was found in the library.ABC News - Top stories -
Pennsylvania library cancels drag queen story hour after bomb threat investigation
A drag queen story hour event at a public library in Pennsylvania was canceled Saturday after a suspicious package was found amid bomb threats, an incident that followed weeks of local criticism of the event.NBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Islamist terror returns to Russia
Using Moscow attack as a pretext to intensify war on Ukraine would be an outrageFinancial Times - World - Russia -
Book excerpt: "Great Expectations" by Vinson Cunningham
The New Yorker essayist's debut novel tells the story of a young man transformed by working for the presidential campaign of an aspirational Black senator from Illinois.CBS News - Entertainment -
Book excerpt: "Age of Revolutions" by Fareed Zakaria
In his new book the journalist and CNN anchor writes a history of revolutionary changes, and how societies both embrace change, and resist it.CBS News - Top stories -
UGA RB Etienne booked on DUI, other charges
Georgia running back Trevor Etienne was arrested early Sunday on charges of driving under the influence, reckless driving and two other misdemeanors.ESPN - Sports -
8 Books to Read: The Best Reviews of March
The re-invention of jazz, the tragedy of a baseball titan, enigmas of contemporary physics and more books highlighted by our reviewers.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Like My Book Title? Thanks, I Borrowed It.
Literary allusions are everywhere. What are they good for?The New York Times - Top stories -
Harvard removes human skin binding from book
The book, from the mid-1880s, was reportedly bound with the skin from the body of a female patient.BBC News - Top stories -
Free speech warriors take note, if film censors can move with the times, you can too | Martha Gill
As a fascinating film rating survey shows, what is deemed taboo simply shifts with different mores. A familiar set of headlines last week: Brits are growing more prudish. The James Bond film From Russia With Love would today be slapped with a ...The Guardian - World -
Fallout 76 Atlantic City Season 16 Update Out Now; File Size And Patch Notes Revealed
Bethesda has released a new update for Fallout 76 that invites players back to Atlantic City to fight formidable foes in post-nuclear New Jersey.. The update, which also kicks off Season 16: Duel with the Devil, has players heading back to ...GameSpot - Tech -
Trans teen Nex Benedict left notes 'suggestive of self-harm,' full autopsy reveals
Transgender Oklahoma student Nex Benedict left handwritten notes “suggestive of self-harm," according to a full autopsy report released Wednesday.NBC News - Top stories -
Nancy Mace spars with X community notes over voting record: ‘Y’all are so dumb’
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) took issue Wednesday with some of the community notes on the social media platform X over her voting record. “The @CommunityNote — y’all are so dumb. Go look up the NDAA, WRDA and PACT Act, all of which I voted for. I ...The Hill - Politics