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April 3, 2023

Tokitae the Orca Will Finally Be Freed After More Than 50 Years in Captivity

After over 50 years in captivity, Tokitae the orca is finally going home to the sea. The killer whale, who was formerly known as Lolita, will be relocated thanks to the work of animals rights advocates, Indigenous leaders, and non-profit organizations who wish to see this creature live in peace for the rest of her days. Tokitae lives at the Miami Seaquarium in what is considered the smallest whale enclosure in North America.

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March 28, 2023

Florida Principal Fired for Showing Michelangelo’s ‘David’ in Class Is Invited to Italy

Michelangelo's David is one of the most famous sculptures in history and an iconic representation of the Renaissance.

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March 25, 2023

Study Suggests That Early Retirement Can Cause Cognitive Decline

One of the many advantages of getting older is the prospect of retirement.

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March 21, 2023

88% of Britons Who Took in Ukrainian Refugees Would Do It Again

The war in Ukraine—which kicked into high gear just over a year ago—has driven millions of Ukrainians from their homes and into neighboring European nations. This diaspora took many families to Britain, where a program called Homes for Ukraine connected British volunteers (with spare rooms) with refugee families in need.

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March 16, 2023

French Bulldogs Are Now the Most Popular Dog Breed in the U.S.

There is a new top dog in town, and it's not the Golden retriever or German shepherd.

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March 16, 2023

‘Queen’ Guitarist Brian May Is Knighted by King Charles III at Buckingham Palace

On top of being a founding member of Queen, one of the biggest rock bands in history, Brian May is...

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March 13, 2023

Paris’ Iconic Notre Dame Cathedral Is Reopening to the Public in 2024

Five years after a devastating fire ripped through Paris's Notre Dame Cathedral, the iconic Gothic church is set to reopen. In late 2024, visitors will once again be able to enjoy this monument after an $865 million reconstruction project. After initial delays due to COVID-19, the project is now quickly moving forward. Over the course of this year, the cathedral's spire will reclaim its place in the city's skyline, symbolizing the rebirth of the church.

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March 6, 2023

Van Dyck Painting Bought for $600 Sells for $3 Million at Auction

In the late-20th century, someone discovered a mysterious, beautiful painting in a farm shed in Kinderhook, New York.

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March 3, 2023

Mom Shocked To Learn Son Left a $10 Tip on a $104 Meal, Sends Him Back to the Restaurant

A 16-year-old named Johnny left what he thought was a good tip on a dinner date—until he told his mom...

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February 28, 2023

Study Shows 47% of Americans Have Lost Friends Since the Pandemic

There are countless surveys and statistics to be found on the impact of COVID-19, in terms of cases, deaths, and vaccinations. Many have tackled broader, multifaceted topics such as the work-from-home shift or e-commerce rates, and some have released valuable information on the state of romantic relationships, living situations, and dating.

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