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.

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In One Woman’s Life, the Story of Ukraine’s War, 3 Years On

In treatment for cancer and with her husband in a Russian prison, Olha Kurtmallaieva, 25, worries that time may be running out for her and, possibly, her country.
The New York Times - 2d
How a Marine veteran broke a world record for scuba diving on 7 continents

Barrington Scott, who learned to swim after enlisting in the Marines, completed dives on every continent in just 19 days.
CBS News - 41m
Comedian Mae Martin wrote a rock album. When the world's chaotic, 'So much of life doesn't have a punch line'

The nonbinary Netflix star's debut LP, 'I'm a TV,' nails elder-millennial indie vibes. In a revanchist backlash, music was a balm.
Los Angeles Times - 1d
KCAL journalist Chauncy Glover's cause of death revealed, ruled an accident

Chauncy Glover died accidentally after a mix of the chemical chlorethane and methamphetamine were found in the KCAL anchor's system, the medical examiner says.
Los Angeles Times - 6d
Jobless Claims Rise a Little, But Do Not Yet Reflect DOGE Layoffs

Unemployment claims for the week of Feb. 15 were slightly more than expected, but don’t yet reflect the aggressive efforts of Elon Musk’s group.
Inc. - 6d
Rare Protest at U.S. Embassy in Ukraine Reflects Fears Over Trump

The demonstration drew only a handful of people, but showed how some Ukrainians fear that Washington is drifting away from backing Ukraine now that President Trump is in power.
The New York Times - 1h
Outcry as White House starts dictating which journalists can access Trump

Even Fox News correspondent decries move that journalists say will ‘tear at independence of a free press’ in US. The Trump administration announced it will take control of the White House press ...
The Guardian - 1h
Flames Place Veteran Defenseman On Waivers

The Calgary Flames are back to work preparing for their next game on Sunday against the San Jose Sharks, kickstarting the final stretch of the 2024-25 regular season.
Yahoo Sports - 5d
Veteran Ugandan politician charged with treason

Yahoo News - 5d

Veteran journalist Don Dahler reflects on a life covering the world's biggest stories

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