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June 2022

Micheal J. Rico Jun 30, 2022

Ohen Richard French-Lowe first went to Pride in London in 1989, he was too scared to join the march. As a civil servant and serving Territorial Army soldier, he hid his sexuality because both organizations viewed homosexuals as a security…

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American Legion testifies before House Committee on Citizenship for Service and Deported Veterans

Micheal J. Rico Jun 30, 2022

The American Legion has advocated for those seeking a legal path to naturalization for over 100 years. Non-citizen immigrants have served in the US military in every conflict since the nation's inception. About 760,000 people have…

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City Life Org – Brooklyn Museum announces public programs in July for visitors of all ages

Micheal J. Rico Jun 29, 2022

Yoga on the Stoop at the Brooklyn Museum, May 2022. (Photo: Kolin Mendez Photography) In-person and virtual programming welcomes community members to the Museum The Brooklyn Museum presents strong programming for adults and…

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Landmark Treaty Report Recommends First Nations System of Government for Indigenous Territories

Micheal J. Rico Jun 29, 2022

The Northern Territory Government has released a landmark treaty report, outlining a path to self-determination for Indigenous peoples through legally binding treaties.Key points:Final Treaty Report recommends many individual treaties…

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This Columbus museum offers personal insight into veterans’ experiences

Micheal J. Rico Jun 28, 2022

You'll find one of the most impactful museums for American veterans in Columbus, Ohio. As the only museum in the country dedicated to honoring veterans of all branches of service, the National Veterans Museum and Memorial was designed to…

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France wants to increase world oil production at G7 summit

Micheal J. Rico Jun 27, 2022

Emmanuel Macron wants to see an increase in oil production around the world as the French president seeks ways to reduce the cost of energy and ease the pressure felt by energy-importing economies. Macron made the proposal to his…

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Today in History: June 27, Thurgood Marshall Retires

Micheal J. Rico Jun 27, 2022

Today in History Today is Monday, June 27, the 178th day of 2022. There are 187 days left in the year. Today's highlight in the story: On June 27, 2016, the United States Supreme Court issued its strongest defense of abortion rights in a…

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Become a green bird at this stunning Lanarkshire country house

Micheal J. Rico Jun 26, 2022

Escape the hustle and bustle of town and city and live your best life in a grand country house nestled in picture-perfect Clyde Valley. Now on the market is Yett Holm, which dates back to around 1935 and retains many of its period!-->…

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The Aviation Museum names the summer camp after the Eastern KY pilot.

Micheal J. Rico Jun 26, 2022

For some, flying is a hobby. For Lincoln Kilgore, it's a way of life. Kilgore, a Kentucky native, was honored at the last Aviation Summer Camp held at Kentucky's nonprofit Lexington Aviation Museum for his contributions to camp…

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Despite a good start to the summer, the European aeronautics industry is worried

Micheal J. Rico Jun 26, 2022

Published on: 06/26/2022 - 05:46 Roma (AFP) - Air traffic is booming this summer, but once the European holidays are over, will passenger demand hold up?…

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News in Clarksville: Whataburger, school meal vouchers and Camp Rainbow

Micheal J. Rico Jun 25, 2022

CLARKSVILLE, TN - Here's a look at some of the best local reporting from Clarksville Now this week.Fortune article predicts lower home prices in Clarksville, local expert disagrees: In a recent article, Fortune listed Clarksville, TN among…

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History says the US stock market fell again

Micheal J. Rico Jun 25, 2022

Investors are wondering how much further U.S. stocks will fall this year, after a prolonged sell-off that sent Wall Street's S&P 500 falling more than a fifth below its January peak.Fears have intensified that the US central bank…

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$7.5 Million Wow House Was Tallulah Bankhead’s Silver Screen Retreat

Micheal J. Rico Jun 25, 2022

POUND RIDGE, NY - If these walls could talk, the stories they could tell could fill a celebrity library, but you'll be too busy living like kings of the silver screen to notice. With a greenhouse, swimming pool, pool house, tennis court,…

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The Wallace Museums make a pass

Micheal J. Rico Jun 24, 2022

WALLACE - With summer in full swing, it's a great time to experience the local history that the towns scattered throughout the Silver Valley have to offer.!-->!-->!-->…

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World leaders seek united front for Ukraine as war rages on

Micheal J. Rico Jun 24, 2022

Published on: 06/24/2022 - 04:00 Berlin (AFP) – World leaders, including US President Joe Biden, will seek to close ranks at back-to-back summits from Sunday by offering strong…

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Where to learn more about black history in Canada

Micheal J. Rico Jun 23, 2022

Placeholder while loading article actionsCanada is rarely seen as a destination with a rich black heritage. That's a mistake: The country's black history is full of hard-hitting civil rights movements and unsung black heroes.It is a story…

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After decades of searching, 1898 New Orleans Mardi Gras film is found

Micheal J. Rico Jun 23, 2022

Arthur Hardy, the publisher of an annual guide to Mardi Gras in New Orleans, began searching in the 1980s for a film of the parade which, according to old silent film catalogs, had been produced in the 19th century.He wrote to every expert…

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Cragwood Country House Hotel is Wedding Venue of the Year

Micheal J. Rico Jun 23, 2022

A LAKE District Country Hotels property has been crowned the best wedding venue in Cumbria. The company's Cragwood Country House hotel received the award at the 12th Annual North West Wedding Venue competition.…

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Military Museum and Pritzker Library Name Three Veterans

Micheal J. Rico Jun 22, 2022

Chicago, Ill., June 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CHICAGO – June 22, 2022 – The Pritzker Military Museum & Library is proud to announce the recipients of the 2022 Citizen Soldier Award: Lt. Col. Enoch Woodhouse, Col. Jack Jacobs and…

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How do art galleries and museums reduce their carbon emissions?

Micheal J. Rico Jun 22, 2022

European galleries are reducing their carbon emissions by recycling exhibition sets, extending the duration of exhibitions and reducing loans of works of art abroad. Prioritizing works from permanent collections and…

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Firefighters battle historic Holly Hotel blaze

Micheal J. Rico Jun 22, 2022

A six-alarm fire caused extensive damage to the Holly Hotel on Tuesday, stunning the small town with damage to the historic landmark.Holly, Police Chief Jerry Narsh said it was "at least" a six-alarm fire. Flames were already visible when…

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EU countries share ‘broad consensus’ to grant candidate status to Ukraine: French…

Micheal J. Rico Jun 21, 2022

BRUSSELSThere is a broad consensus among EU member states to grant candidate status to Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia, but with different conditions, the French minister for Europe said on Tuesday.French Secretary…

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On Covid messaging, Biden is caught between politics and public health

Micheal J. Rico Jun 21, 2022

OASHINGTON — When it comes to Covid-19, President Biden is walking a tightrope. The midterm elections are approaching, the economy is floundering, and the president's approval rating is plummeting. Looking for positives, the White House…

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Getting ready for National Selfie Day at the Photoverse Selfie Museum

Micheal J. Rico Jun 20, 2022

MILWAUKEE - I find it interesting that due to social media and smartphones, selfies have become a thing. So much so that it is said that 92 million selfies are taken daily.According to the Internet story of National Selfie Day: The word…

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How an emboldened far-right is changing French politics

Micheal J. Rico Jun 20, 2022

Placeholder while loading article actionsFrance has only had a far-right government once, during the dark era of Nazi occupation during World War II. This lingering association with a period of national calamity confined extreme…

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Tips On How Easy To Get Installment Loan Financing In France

Micheal J. Rico Jun 20, 2022

The answer is a categorical yes, and there are none of those pesky conditions attached. This is so true that whenever the French real estate market drops, foreign real estate corporations rush in to purchase properties there. The second!-->!-->!-->…

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A local guide to Hamburg: concerts, cocktails and shipyard cuisine | Holidays in Hamburg

Micheal J. Rico Jun 20, 2022

FoodIf you like to try traditional food and you're feeling very brave, you'll want to try labskaus. Originally created to provide sailors with all the nutrition they needed, the dish doesn't look particularly appealing. Once you get over…

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Norman Says LIV Series Will Ask To Be Ranked

Micheal J. Rico Jun 19, 2022

Published on: 06/19/2022 - 22:24 Brookline (United States) (AFP) - The Saudi-backed LIV Golf Tour plans to formally apply for acceptance into the world ranking system, series chief…

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Reviews | We need a plan to prevent the Holocaust deniers from winning

Micheal J. Rico Jun 19, 2022

Placeholder while loading article actionsRational people may differ on whether the Justice Department can prove beyond a reasonable doubt that defeated former President Donald Trump and his key enablers committed crimes in their 2021 coup…

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Beth Lipman Featured in Wichita Art Museum’s Summer Exhibit

Micheal J. Rico Jun 19, 2022

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Heatwave: How Orkney is leading a tidal energy revolution | Environment

Micheal J. Rico Jun 18, 2022

On a small passenger boat about 10 miles north of Kirkwall, Orkney, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the North Sea, a huge yellow structure appears. This is the most powerful tidal power generator in the world, the O2 from Orbital Marine…

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House Oversight Committee urges Daniel Snyder to testify on June 22

Micheal J. Rico Jun 18, 2022

Placeholder while loading article actionsThe chair of the House Oversight and Reform Committee wrote on Friday that she found no "good cause" for Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder's refusal to testify at the Capitol Hill hearing.…

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‘The Color Factory’ Interactive Art Museum Just Opened in Downtown Chicago – NBC…

Micheal J. Rico Jun 17, 2022

Chicago is a city known for its museums, such as the Art Institute, Field Museum, Museum of Science and Industry, and many more. Now he adds one with a mint green 200.00 ball pit to that list. The Color Factory, inside…

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Thailand to drop mask rule and registration of foreign tourists

Micheal J. Rico Jun 17, 2022

Published on: 06/17/2022 - 10:06 Bangkok (AFP) – Thailand announced on Friday it would drop rules requiring people to wear masks outdoors and no longer require foreign visitors to…

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NBA Finals 2022 – Best Warriors-Celtics 6 Game Sights and Sounds

Micheal J. Rico Jun 16, 2022

The NBA Finals could end on Thursday if the Golden State Warriors can secure another win at Boston's TD Garden against the Celtics.1 RelatedGolden State struggled to close the series on the road this playoffs. According to ESPN Stats &…

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Russian Invasion of Ukraine: Live Updates

Micheal J. Rico Jun 16, 2022

Lysychansk and Sievierodonetsk saw heavy fighting between Russian and Ukrainian forces for weeks.Credit...Tyler Hicks/The New York TimesLYSYCHANSK, Ukraine – All bridges connecting the twin Ukrainian cities of Lysychansk and Sievierodonetsk…

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Join MTSU at the City’s June 19 Celebration at the Bradley Academy Museum

Micheal J. Rico Jun 16, 2022

Murfreesboro, Tennessee—MTSU will help Murfreesboro and Rutherford County score June 19 in a special way, Friends of the Media: by offering community neighbors a chance to preserve and share their family's stories in a wonderful new…

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Germany says Russian gas cut an attempt to drive up prices

Micheal J. Rico Jun 15, 2022

Kyiv has defied a Moscow ultimatum to surrender Syevyerodonetsk despite the Russians controlling most of the key eastern city as Western defense ministers meet in Brussels to decide whether to send in more heavy weapons outnumbered and…

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LGBTQI+ people: writing history through history

Micheal J. Rico Jun 15, 2022

The creators of the LGBTQI+ story include, clockwise from top left: Harvey Milk, Jennifer Higdon, Edith Windsor and Frank Kameny. (© Bettmann/Getty Images; © Sabina Louise Pierce/The New York Times/Redux; © Richard Drew/AP Images; ©…

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Rahm fears for Ryder Cup future after LIV-PGA rift

Micheal J. Rico Jun 14, 2022

Published on: 06/14/2022 - 17:54 Brookline (United States) (AFP) - Defending US Open champion Jon Rahm says the rift between the PGA Tour and Saudi-backed LIV Golf has him fearful…

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refugees in Rwanda warn of difficulties faced by arrivals from UK | Economic news

Micheal J. Rico Jun 14, 2022

By IGNATIUS SSUUNA, Associated PressKIGALI, Rwanda (AP) — As Britain plans to send its first group of asylum seekers to Rwanda on Tuesday amid protests and legal challenges, some who have come to the East African country Is under previous…

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Nevada State Museum in Carson City to celebrate Juneteenth this Sunday | Carson City Nevada News

Micheal J. Rico Jun 13, 2022

CARSON CITY, Nevada – In celebration of Juneteenth, the oldest known tradition celebrating the end of slavery in the United States, the Nevada State Museum will offer free admission from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 19, 2022.…

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Markets plummet around the world, bear market rumbles on Wall Street

Micheal J. Rico Jun 13, 2022

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street fell even further on Monday, sending the S&P 500 down more than 20% from its all-time high, on growing fears of a possible recession given stubborn inflation. The S&P 500 was down…

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Roe v. Wade looming, got a new sense of urgency

Micheal J. Rico Jun 13, 2022

A shadow. A cloud. A distant rumble of thunder.The weather couldn't have been better for New Jersey's 30th annual LGBTQ+ Pride celebration at Asbury Park on June 5.And yet, in this Pride month, there was something in the air.“It…

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Allen upsets Holloway with searing victory

Micheal J. Rico Jun 12, 2022

Published on: 06/13/2022 - 00:46 New York (AFP) - Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Devon Allen posted the third fastest time in 110m hurdles history on Sunday with an upset victory…

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Senate negotiators announce framework agreement on bipartisan arms package

Micheal J. Rico Jun 12, 2022

WASHINGTON — Key senators announced a framework agreement on new gun legislation on Sunday, marking a breakthrough in a package of measures to address gun violence, including “red flag” laws and enhanced background checks. track record of…

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The National Air and Space Museum unveils a reinvented brand

Micheal J. Rico Jun 12, 2022

For the first time since opening in 1976, the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum is unveiling a new brand and identity, ahead of the opening of the first phase of the renovated flagship building on the National Mall scheduled for…

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The Liberal Party of Quebec unveils its electoral platform and promises tax cuts for the middle…

Micheal J. Rico Jun 11, 2022

The spring session of the National Assembly had barely ended when Quebec Liberal Leader Dominique Anglade shifted into electoral mode, launching her pre-election campaign and laying out her party's platform for the October election on…

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Today in History: June 11, automobile disaster at Le Mans

Micheal J. Rico Jun 11, 2022

Today in History Today is Saturday, June 11, the 162nd day of 2022. There are 203 days left in the… Today in History Today is Saturday, June 11, the 162nd day of 2022. There are 203 days left…

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Rich Strike, We The People Headline Field Looks To Win “The Test Of The Champion”…

Micheal J. Rico Jun 10, 2022

The third and final jewel in horse racing's Triple Crown might be the longest at twelve furlongs, but has a chance to feature some history. If the 2022 Belmont Stakes favorite crosses the finish line on the first Saturday, it will…

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Make a splash with the Finger Lakes Museum

Micheal J. Rico Jun 10, 2022

BRANCHPORT - It's turning into a beautifully warm spring, and the Finger Lakes Museum is offering another fantastic program season filled with paddling lessons, excursions and the annual Keuka Paddle 5K.Don't worry if you've never paddled…

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Macron bloc expected to win French parliament vote

Micheal J. Rico Jun 10, 2022

French President Emmanuel Macron looks on during a visit to the National Gendarmerie Brigade in Gaillac, France, June 9, 2022. Caroline Blumberg/Pool via REUTERSJoin now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comRegisterPARIS, June 10…

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The statue of Broadway legend Lorraine Hansberry invites passers-by to sit and reflect in Times…

Micheal J. Rico Jun 9, 2022

NEW YORK -- The legacy of Broadway icon Lorraine Hansberry is honored amidst the Theater District.As CBS2's Steve Overmyer says, his image will be on display to inspire the next generation."It's a little overwhelming in Times…

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US PGA Tour bans LIV Golf rebels from its tournaments

Micheal J. Rico Jun 9, 2022

Published on: 06/09/2022 - 16:30Amended: 06/09/2022 - 16:28 Washington (AFP) - US PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan banned 17 players who joined the Saudi-backed LIV Golf series on…

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Museum of Ethnography Budapest / NAPUR Architect

Micheal J. Rico Jun 8, 2022

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Promoting Sustainable Fisheries Trade in the Eastern Caribbean

Micheal J. Rico Jun 8, 2022

The countries aim to protect the iconic Queen Conch, build a sustainable ocean economy and provide tangible benefits to people working in the region's seafood value…

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Van Hollen, Cardin and Hoyer Announce $1.9 Million for Piney Point Lighthouse and Museum Shoreline…

Micheal J. Rico Jun 7, 2022

June 07, 2022 Today, U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin and Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (all D-Md.) announced federal funding of $1,937,953 to improve shoreline restoration and coastal resilience in…

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‘The start of a conversation’: The Met examines a complex history of emancipation art |…

Micheal J. Rico Jun 7, 2022

Museum exhibitions are traditionally about objects. But in a provocatively narrated exhibition of 18th- and 19th-century black portraits, the Met comes face to face with itself.Fictions of Emancipation: Carpeaux Recast focuses on Why Born…

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Mansion on Swift Creek Reservoir hits the market, private island included

Micheal J. Rico Jun 7, 2022

The 6,800 square foot home at 4000 Island Park Court. (Photos courtesy of CVRMLS) A waterfront home on Swift Creek Reservoir once linked to a nearby event venue that recently closed has been listed for sale for $2.1 million. The 6,800…

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The Museum of Flight commemorates the 78th D-Day

Micheal J. Rico Jun 6, 2022

WARNER ROBINS, Ga. — As we lose more World War II veterans every year, the Museum of Flight wants to make sure their legacy lives on. The Aviation Museum is filled with sights and sounds from across the history of…

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UBC experts on World Oceans Day

Micheal J. Rico Jun 6, 2022

Media Advisory June 6, 2022 | for more information contact Alex Walls…

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Landmark takes over the Pasadena Theater

Micheal J. Rico Jun 6, 2022

The arthouse chain Landmark Theaters has signed a long-term lease agreement with the Playhouse 7 cinema in Pasadena.Located at 673 E. Colorado Blvd., the seven-screen, 1,300-seat venue will reopen under the Landmark banner this summer. "The…

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French Open, 100 Days of War, Tropical Storms: The Biggest News You Missed

Micheal J. Rico Jun 5, 2022

Over 100 days of war: Russia continues to bomb eastern Ukraine Russia continued its deadly assault on eastern Ukraine on Saturday as the war stretched past the 100-day mark and experts warned of a bitter conflict with no end in sight.…

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Unusual House primary in Alaska draws Palin, Santa and 46 others

Micheal J. Rico Jun 5, 2022

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Voters in Alaska face an unprecedented election, with 48 candidates vying to succeed the man who held the state's only seat in the United States for 49 years. While some of the candidates for this week's special…

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Toy story: a costume designer launches a museum dedicated to children’s games | Toys

Micheal J. Rico Jun 5, 2022

John Bright is an Oscar-winning film costume designer whose talent for creating period clothing is well known to Emma Thompson and Judi Dench, or fans of Downton Abbey and Pirates of the Caribbean. But it's his collection of antique toys…

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Macron wants to enact pension reform by mid-2023

Micheal J. Rico Jun 4, 2022

(Bloomberg) - Sign up for the New Economy Daily newsletter, follow us @economics and subscribe to our podcast.President Emmanuel Macron aims to reform the French pension system by the summer of 2023, he told French media in his first long…

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Apollo 1 crew honored with monument

Micheal J. Rico Jun 4, 2022

The crew members of NASA's Apollo 1 mission were honored this week at Arlington National Cemetery for the tragedy that was the first in the history of the US space program. More than half a century ago, a fire during a pre-flight…

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The Insect Asylum Museum exhibits thousands of insects, rare taxidermy

Micheal J. Rico Jun 3, 2022

CHICAGO — Owner and curator of the Insect Asylum museum, Nina Salem, says she lives her life playing in the dirt. You'll see Salem's lifelong collection on display in the brand new Avondale Museum. She has spent most of her life…

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French government says economic difficulties will persist until 2024

Micheal J. Rico Jun 3, 2022

Ramin Mazaheri TV press, Paris The French government has effectively declared that the current economic woes of the people will persist for years. Unprecedented…

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Cilic outlasts Rublev in five-set marathon, Ruud beats Rune to create Norwegian history

Micheal J. Rico Jun 2, 2022

Marin Cilic and Casper Ruud advanced to the French Open semi-finals for the first time in their careers on Wednesday with two impressive performances that overwhelmed their opponents.Cilic fired 33 aces and 88 winners against…

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White House cancels $5.8 billion in student loans tied to now-defunct school | KTAB

Micheal J. Rico Jun 2, 2022

(The Hill) — The Biden administration plans to pay off all outstanding federal student loans borrowed by former Corinthian Colleges students, offering $5.8 billion in loan forgiveness to 560,000 borrowers. The Group Loan Release…

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It is dishonorable for the British Museum to keep the Parthenon marbles | Parthenon marbles

Micheal J. Rico Jun 1, 2022

As a bookseller, I came to Harold Plenderleith shortly before his death in 1997 to buy books. He had been chief curator at the British Museum, and I made the mistake of asking his opinion on the repatriation of the Parthenon Marbles…

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Shanghai euphoria tempered by deep wound to Chinese economy

Micheal J. Rico Jun 1, 2022

Published on: 06/01/2022 - 10:26Amended: 06/01/2022 - 10:24 Hangzhou (China) (AFP) – Orders evaporated at Zhou's textile business based just outside Shanghai, a city now breaking…