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The Ancestors Claim Glenda Cleveland, The Woman Who Tried to Stop Jeffrey Dahmer

• January 9, 2011 • 3 Comments

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MSNBC LIVE FEED: The Rescue of The Trapped Chilean Miners

• October 12, 2010 • Comments Off

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Bostonians’ Take on the Royals’ Whirlwind Visit? Whatevah. December 3, 2022
As breathless online commentary tracked the royal couple’s every move during their visit, swaths of their host city remained unimpressed.
Applying to College, and Trying to Appear ‘Less Asian’ December 2, 2022
The affirmative action lawsuit against Harvard seemed to confirm advice given for years to Asian Americans: Don’t play chess, don’t check the box declaring race.
Trial Begins for Border Patrol Agent Accused of Killing Four Women December 2, 2022
Juan David Ortiz, an intelligence officer in Texas, told the police that he had wanted to “clean up the streets,” prosecutors said. He has said the confession was coerced.
She Sold the French Laundry. Then It Became the ‘Best Restaurant in the World.’ December 2, 2022
Sally Schmitt was a pioneer of California cuisine, but she never sought the spotlight.
8 New Hotels for Winter Enthusiasts in the U.S. and Europe December 3, 2022
For those looking to get away to the cold, new and reimagined hotels in New England, the Alps and beyond offer stylish accommodations near the snow.
The Quiet Thrill of Winter Wildlife Viewing December 3, 2022
In Colorado’s Rockies, birds and other animals stand out against the snow, and even if you can’t see them, their tracks let you know they’re around.
Man Cashed His Dead Mother’s Social Security Checks for 26 Years, U.S. Says December 3, 2022
Reginald Bagley of Dellwood, Mo., pleaded guilty to stealing about $200,000 from the government, prosecutors said.
U.S. Sees Little Prospect for Ukraine Talks With Putin After Biden Offer December 3, 2022
The Kremlin reaffirmed a stance that both Washington and Kyiv find unacceptable, and U.S. officials said Mr. Biden’s position had not changed.

The Guardian, UK

Campaigners celebrate changing of colonial street names in Berlin December 2, 2022
Street and square in north-east of city renamed in tribute to figureheads who resisted forced rule in AfricaCampaigners who have fought for decades for Germany to confront its colonial past celebrated the renaming of a square and a street in the north-east of Berlin on Friday in tribute to figureheads who resisted forced rule in Africa.Manga Bell Platz in th […]
Cyril Ramaphosa fighting for political life amid battle for control of ANC December 2, 2022
South African president cancels all official engagements and was reported to be close to resigning over ‘Farmgate’Farmgate scandal: what is it and why does it matter?The South African president, Cyril Ramaphosa, is fighting for his political life as rivals and supporters face off in a divisive battle for control of the ruling party, the African National Cong […]
Paraglider crosses border from Morocco into Spanish enclave and disappears December 2, 2022
Spanish authorities hunt for person seen landing near border fence in Melilla and running offSpanish authorities are looking for a person who used a paraglider to cross over a border fence from Morocco into the Spanish enclave of Melilla in what appears to be the first use of the method to migrate into European territory.Footage obtained by El Faro newspaper […]
‘Senegal is the best’: Dakar dreams of World Cup upset over England December 2, 2022
There is a buzz in the air of the capital and a real belief the Lions of Teranga can beat the Three LionsJust under 4,500 miles (7,200km) away from the shiny stadiums in Qatar, a man named Serigne Fallou confidently proclaims that he already knows what the result will be on Sunday when England take on Senegal in the World Cup’s round of 16.“Absolutely, Seneg […]
South Africa’s Farmgate scandal: what is it and why does it matter? December 1, 2022
With Cyril Ramaphosa under pressure, we look at what the scandal could mean for the countryCyril Ramaphosa took power as South Africa’s president in 2018 and led the ruling African National Congress party to a general election victory a year later. He campaigned on an anti-corruption platform, attracting much support after the turbulent nine-year rule of his […]
Nigeria charges student with defamation over tweet about first lady December 1, 2022
Student arrested five months after posting comment about Aisha BuhariNigeria has charged a student with “criminal defamation” over a tweet he posted about the physical appearance of the country’s first lady.Aminu Adamu was arrested at his university in northern Jigawa state on 18 November and transferred to the capital, Abuja, five months after his online po […]
World’s oldest recorded tortoise prepares for 190th birthday party December 2, 2022
Jonathan, Seychelles giant tortoise given to Saint Helena in 1882, is also oldest known living land animalIf there is a party animal at large this weekend, Jonathan is it: the Seychelles giant tortoise is about to celebrate his 190th birthday with a three-day bash.Living on Saint Helena since 1882, when he arrived as a gift to the governor of the small south […]
‘Rage, despair, disgust’: Canada reels from killings of Indigenous women December 2, 2022
Serial killing of four women prompts anger at failure of politicians to keep promise to protect Indigenous women and girlsThe arrest of an alleged serial killer who targeted Indigenous women in central Canada has prompted fresh anger and despair that the country has once again failed in its promises to protect vulnerable women and girls.Police in Winnipeg an […]

The BBC

Ukraine war: Price cap on Russian oil will hit Putin immediately - US December 3, 2022
The G7 and Australia join the EU in imposing the cap of $60 a barrel meant to hit Russia's war chest.
Finland's Sanna Marin says Europe would be in trouble without US December 2, 2022
"I must be brutally honest with you," Sanna Marin says. "We would be in trouble without the US."
West Bank footage throws spotlight on Israel's use of lethal force December 3, 2022
Four Palestinians were shot dead by Israeli troops during confrontations on one day this week.
Police foil group trying to steal Banksy mural from Ukraine wall December 3, 2022
Police arrested several people who cut the artwork from the wall of a war-torn building in Hostomel.
Ukraine war: Can we expect peace talks to begin? December 2, 2022
Joe Biden says he is willing to sit down with Vladimir Putin, but when might peace talks take place?
Earthshot Prize: Prince William announces five winners December 3, 2022
Friends from Oman who turn CO2 into rock and a UK firm making packaging from seaweed are among the winners.
Police arrest elderly Alabama woman over unpaid $77 trash bill December 3, 2022
The arrest of the elderly woman has sparked outrage in the US state of Alabama.
Cyril Ramaphosa: South Africa leader's future in doubt amid scandal December 2, 2022
South Africans wait with bated breath as ANC leaders adjourn crisis talks.