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The Woman Who Gave Birth to Rabbits, a History of Hell and Other New Books to Read

The second installment in our weekly series spotlights titles that may have been lost in the news amid the COVID-19 pandemic




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Recently Discovered Drawings for the Statue of Liberty Hint at a Last-Minute Change

Sketches from the workshop of French engineer Gustave Eiffel suggest a different plan for Lady Liberty’s upraised arm




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The Colorful History of the Troll Doll

With the release of Trolls World Tour, and a new generation entranced by the ugly-but-cute toy, it appears the troll's lucky streak lives on




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Coffee's Dark History, the Sinking of the World's Most Glamorous Ship and Other New Books to Read

The third installment in our weekly series spotlights titles that may have been lost in the news amid the COVID-19 crisis




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The Inside Story of the Beatles' Messy Breakup

Tensions leading to the split, announced 50 years ago today, had been bubbling under the band’s cheery surface for years




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The Enumerated Story of the Census

A new book charts the history of counting the public, from the ancient censuses in Rome to the American version of decennial data collection




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The Charming Story of George Harrison’s Vacation in Small-Town America

The Beatles guitarist visited his sister in southern Illinois just months before he'd become world famous




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The True Story of 'Mrs. America'

In the new miniseries, feminist history, dramatic storytelling and an all-star-cast bring the Equal Rights Amendment back into the spotlight




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How Smithsonian Curators Are Rising to the Challenge of COVID-19

In a nation under quarantine, chronicling a crisis demands careful strategy




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The History of the Hawaiian Shirt

From kitsch to cool, ride the waves of undulating popularity of a tropical fashion statement




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This World War II Bomber Took More Enemy Fire Than Most Others and Always Came Home

Seventy-five years after a memorable mission, the B26 bomber 'Flak-Bait' undergoes preservation at the National Air and Space Museum




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What Made Emmett Ashford, Major League Baseball's First Black Umpire, an American Hero

During his 20-year professional career, his boisterous style endeared him to fans but rankled traditionalists




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This Pandemic Isn't the First Time the Hajj Has Been Disrupted for Muslims

Plague, war and politics have altered the yearly pilgrimage to Mecca throughout history




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Six Online Courses About Europe to Take Before You Can Safely Travel There Again

Sheltering in place doesn’t mean you can’t study up for your next European adventure




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How 13 Seconds Changed Kent State University Forever

The institution took decades to come to grips with the trauma of the killing of four students 50 years ago




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The 'Hard Hat Riot' of 1970 Pitted Construction Workers Against Anti-War Protesters

The Kent State shootings further widened the chasm among a citizenry divided over the Vietnam War




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This Pyramid Was Built to Honor a Highly Unusual Occupant

A newly discovered pyramid yields a baffling mystery: A royal tomb, usually reserved for kings, is found to contain a mystery woman. Who was she and why was she given such a great honor?




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How Tea Drinking Became an Important Part of Japanese Culture

In the late 1300s, tea was introduced to Japan from mainland China, transported in delicate jars. Over the years, as drinking tea became a prized activity in Japan, so too did the jars in which it was stored




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How Smithsonian Researchers Are Studying Elephant Behavior

See how researchers at Smithsonian's National Zoo are trying to glean insight into elephant foraging behavior and more.




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How Henry Ford Went From Pacifist to Major Supplier of WWI

Henry Ford spent the majority of the war as a pacifist. By 1917, however, his state-of-the-art assembly line was churning out vital engine parts to feed the war machine.




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This German Explorer Held Electric Eels in His Bare Hands

Alexander von Humboldt was intrigued by deadly electric eels. He was so determined to learn more about them, that in Los Llanos, he’d hold them in his hands to test the strength of their shock.




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This ‘Health Mirror’ Teaches Proper Handwashing

The smart tool gives users step-by-step instructions based on WHO’s handwashing protocol




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The 1919 World Series Fix That Tarnished America's Pastime

The Chicago White Sox were heavy favorites going into the 1919 World Series. But they were defeated by the Cincinnati Reds - and it soon became clear that the game was rigged




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Stunning Footage of Two Bears Duking It Out for Dominance

The dominant bear in the swamp is fending off another challenge to his authority by an intruder. It's a clash of titans with mating rights on the line.




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 Los dolores o los recuerdos?




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Former champ Lance Mackey wiped from 2020 Iditarod standings over failed drug test

Veteran musher Lance Mackey has had his 21st place finish in this year's Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race vacated because of a failed drug test, race officials announced Thursday.



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$612K award to Giant Mine contractor overturned

In a written decision released Thursday, a panel of three appeal court judges said the judge who granted the award to McCaw North Drilling and Blasting Ltd. misinterpreted a clause in the contract for the cleanup.



  • News/Canada/North

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Liquor can now be delivered to your door in the N.W.T.

Residents can now order up to two bottles of wine, 24 cans of beer or more than a litre of spirits from local restaurants and bars.



  • News/Canada/North

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United in isolation, northern violinists team up for cross-country collaboration

A trio of young northern violinists recently joined their contemporaries across Canada for a project that aims to bring people together through music — while being apart.



  • News/Canada/North

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The story of Stella's Place, a lifesaving landmark on a remote winter road

The remote cabin could be the difference between life and death for travellers stuck on the territory’s long winter road. It was built to remember Stella Barnaby, who would have been 55 this Saturday.



  • News/Canada/North

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What do New Brunswick’s border rules look like and how are they enforced?

Now that the New Brunswick COVID-19 curve is flat, risk lies at the borders. What’s considered essential and non-essential travel, and how is New Brunswick making sure people coming in are following safety rules?




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N.B. COVID-19 roundup: Teachers see hundreds of hours of work ahead to prepare for fall

Schools were closed March 13 to reduce the risk of spread of the coronavirus, and there is no plan to reopen them by the end of the current school year in June.



  • News/Canada/New Brunswick

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Snow and gusty winds coming Saturday, just in time for ... Mother's Day?

If New Brunswickers were planning on doing any yard work this weekend they will likely be using their snow shovels instead of their lawn rakes. 



  • News/Canada/New Brunswick

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No start day yet for New Brunswick daycares

As New Brunswick's economy slowly opens up, the province's daycares are waiting for the call to action, says the head of the group that represents them. 



  • News/Canada/New Brunswick

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New Brunswickers shouldn't worry about 'murder hornets;' says biologist

New Brunswickers needn't worry about all the buzz around 'murder hornets' because they wouldn't survive the cold winters, says biologist.



  • News/Canada/New Brunswick

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May storm brings more snow to parts of N.B.

It looks like New Brunswickers will see more snow Saturday with a snowfall warning issued for central and northern parts of the province. 



  • News/Canada/New Brunswick

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Retailers scramble to prepare for impending reopening news

Many retailers are eager to hear more details from the province about when and how they should reopen after weeks of being closed to the public. The next phase of recovery is expected to start Friday.



  • News/Canada/New Brunswick

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Storm set to bring 30 cm of snow to some areas of N.B.

A spring storm is set to slam parts of New Brunswick this weekend, bringing up to 30 cm of snow. 



  • News/Canada/New Brunswick

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Group looking for test case to challenge Higgs decision to close N.B. borders



  • News/Canada/New Brunswick

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La Loche calls on province to close SLGA liquor store due to COVID-19 outbreak

The village of La Loche is calling on the provincial government to force the closure of liquor stores in the community, which is in the throes of a COVID-19 outbreak. 



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Saskatchewan to have higher than normal fire conditions this summer: Natural Resources Canada

Fire scientist say that Saskatchewan say Canadian Forest Service is updating their interactive maps every month from May to September this year so people can check the fire map in their region. Saskatchewan is one of the highest chances of fire this year.



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Man convicted of double murder in Fort Frances charged in $2.2M Winnipeg drug bust

Two men are charged in connection with an illegal drug distribution operation after Winnipeg police seized more than $2.2 million worth of methamphetamine, cocaine and ecstasy.



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Ford government's blue licence plates officially scrapped, 'Yours to Discover' is back

The premier’s office confirmed the news in an email statement, blaming visibility issues under "very specific lighting conditions."



  • News/Canada/Toronto

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No magic bullet: Former head of AIDS Thunder Bay talks about similarities between HIV, COVID-19

A virus that spreads fear and stigma, as well as disease. It’s the story of HIV/AIDS as well as COVID-19. The former executive director of AIDS Thunder Bay reflects on the similarities he sees between HIV 35 years ago, and the coronavirus now.



  • News/Canada/Thunder Bay

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Thunder Bay physiotherapist has licence suspended for incident over a decade ago

A physiotherapist in Thunder Bay, Ont., has had his licence suspended until September, as part of a disciplinary hearing.



  • News/Canada/Thunder Bay