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A massive dictation event takes over the iconic Champs-Élysées in Paris
The iconic Champs-Élysées in Paris hosted a massive dictation event on Sunday, involving over 5,000 participants. Event background: The “Giant Dictation” event was run by novelist Rachid Santaki, who started the initiative in 2013 to improve literacy across France. * The main goal of the event is to have fun with spelling and the French […]
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Remembering David Gilkey: His NPR buddies share stories about their favorite pictures
NPR remembers the work of award-winning photojournalist David Gilkey on the seventh anniversary of his death in Afghanistan. The man behind the lens: Colleagues remember Gilkey’s exceptional talent for capturing human stories, often in challenging and dangerous situations. * His photos displayed warmth, humanity, and dignity, reflecting his compassionate nature. Loss in the field: On […]
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Latest in Ukraine: Kyiv isn’t saying if its counteroffensive has begun (June 5)
Kyiv remains silent on whether its counteroffensive in Ukraine has begun, amid rising speculation due to reports of heavy fighting. What to watch: Ukraine has not confirmed a major offensive in Donetsk, nor Russia’s claim of thwarting an attack and killing hundreds of Ukrainian troops. * NATO’s eastern flank countries will hold a summit in […]
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Prince Harry to be 1st royal ever to testify in a phone-hacking tabloid trial
Prince Harry is set to become the first royal to testify in a phone-hacking tabloid trial, suing the publishers of The Daily Mirror for unlawful intrusion into his private life. Legal battle’s origin: The phone-hacking scandal in the early 2000s led to the closure of the News of the World tabloid after hacking victim Milly […]
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‘The Late Americans’ is not just a campus novel
“The Late Americans” by Brandon Taylor transcends the campus novel category by exploring the myth of youth’s unbound possibilities. Plot and themes: The book focuses on the intersecting lives of University of Iowa students as they navigate constraints of time, space, class, and wealth disparities. * Taylor’s characters are defined by ~~”lateness,”~~ as they experience […]
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These were the most frequently performed plays and musicals in high schools this year
The Educational Theatre Association has released its top-10 lists of plays and musicals performed in high schools during the 2022-2023 school year. Top musicals and plays: “The Addams Family” topped the list of full-length musicals, while “Clue” was the most performed full-length play. * “Disney’s Frozen JR” held the top spot among short musicals, and […]
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Norma Hunt, wife of the Kansas City Chiefs founder, dies at 85
Norma Hunt, wife of Kansas City Chiefs founder Lamar Hunt, has passed away at the age of 85. Remembering Norma: Hunt was known for her infectious joy, zeal for life, and unwavering support of her family’s sports teams. * She had attended every Super Bowl and was described as a significant presence in the NFL […]
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He took away the country’s top AAA rating in 2011. He ended up fearing for his life
John B. Chambers, former leader of the powerful committee at Standard & Poor’s, faced serious threats after stripping the United States of its AAA credit rating in 2011. The decision: In 2011, the creditworthiness committee at S&P chose to lower the U.S. credit rating from AAA to AA+ due to concerns about government divisions and […]
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Robert Kennedy was killed 55 years ago. How should he be remembered?
Today marks the 55th anniversary of Robert F. Kennedy’s assassination as he campaigned for the presidency in 1968. The fateful night: On June 5, 1968, Kennedy gave a victory speech after winning the California primary and was fatally shot as he exited through the Ambassador Hotel kitchen. * Kennedy was gaining momentum in the Democratic […]
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With few MDs practicing in rural areas, a different type of doctor is filling the gap
Osteopathic physicians are increasingly filling the gap in rural areas where there is a shortage of primary care physicians. The trend: The number of osteopathic physicians (DOs) in the US more than quadrupled from 1990 to 2022, with over half working in primary care. * While still a minority among physicians, the growth of DOs […]