For Muslims around the world, Ramadan combines religious reflection and charity with festive celebrations as families gather for the evening meal breaking the fast.
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Two dogs die during 1,000-mile Iditarod, prompting call from PETA to end the race across Alaska
The dogs’ deaths on Sunday prompted People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, long the Iditarod’s biggest critic, to call for race’s end.
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Poland’s president calls on NATO allies to raise spending on defense to 3% of GDP
Poland now spends 4% of its GDP on defense, making it the member to spend the most in percentage terms, while the U.S. is well above 3%.
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Kate, Princess of Wales, apologizes for altering family photo that fueled rumors about her health
Several news agencies that initially published the photo, including The Associated Press, withdrew the image over concerns about digital manipulation.
Posted inLife & Culture, Nation & World, Religion and Values
Victims of Catholic nuns feel overlooked in the clergy sex abuse crisis
‘It’s time to restore the balance,’ they say, in addressing sexual abuse by women in religious orders and positions.
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80 years after D-Day, a World War II veteran will wed near beaches where U.S. troops landed
A 100-year-old American World War II veteran plans to marry his 96-year-old fiancee in France as part of that country’s 80th anniversary celebration of D-Day.
Posted inNation & World, Schools and Education
Florida teachers can discuss sexual orientation and gender ID under ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill settlement
The settlement clarifies that mentions are allowed in Florida classrooms provided it’s not part of instruction.
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In New York City, heat pumps that fit in apartment windows promise big emissions cuts
Heat pumps have been mainly an option for owners of houses. But new designs are making them practical for apartments, too.
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Most teens report feeling happy or peaceful when they go without smartphones, Pew survey finds
Nearly all U.S. teens (95%) have access to a smartphone, according to a new report from the Pew Research Center.
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Donald Trump wants New York hush money trial delayed until Supreme Court rules on immunity claims
The Supreme Court is sheduled to hear arguments April 25 on the presidential immunity claims.