Sun, sand and civil rights: Uncovering Black history at the beach and beyond

Travelers may not expect to find these seaside destinations along civil rights trails, but tour operators are eager to share their rich Black history.

     

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‘Jeuje,’ ‘Zhoosh,’ ‘Zhuzh’: A Word of Many Spellings, and Meanings

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Manhunt after German police officers shot dead near Kusel

Two officers were killed early on Monday during a routine traffic stop in western Germany.

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New Zealand responds to pregnant reporter helped by Taliban

New Zealand defended its border controls after Charlotte Bellis went public with her story.

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India's Modi faces questions over spyware snooping

Fresh allegations have emerged that India bought spyware from Israel as part of a defence deal.

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Pillow fighting enters the professional ring

The first pillow fighting champions have been crowned at a competition in Florida in the US.

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East Coast snow, Spotify's COVID-19 advisories, end of Dry January: 5 things to know Monday

East Coast residents clear snow after "historic nor'easter," former Kansas resident accused of leading all-female IS battalion and more news you need to know Monday.

     

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¿Estamos viviendo en una simulación?

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Nato's Jens Stoltenberg: No plans for combat troops in Ukraine

Nato's secretary general calls for "a balanced approach", amid heighten tensions in Eastern Europe.

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My twin boys spent kindergarten on Zoom. I watched their love of learning wither away.

After the horrible challenges of the past two years, and with more difficulties on the horizon, my boys need school choice. And we need it now.

     

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Rolling With Wee Man, and His Fans

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Guns, Race, Abortion: Jennifer Haigh’s New Novel Humanizes Hot-Button Topics

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NFL awards: Putting a unique spin on the best performances of the 2021 season

Jarrett Bell hands out his awards for the top performances of 2021, but with a unique spin on the categories for players and teams.

     

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Spring Break 2022: What are the entry, masking requirements at popular beach destinations?

While travel is possible to most countries, vacationers can still expect to find COVID-related mandates in many beach destinations.

     

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The 2022 Winter Olympics are near: Here's 23 Team USA athletes you need to know before you watch

There will be no shortage of American star power at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing.

     

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Like Riding a Tilt-a-Whirl Manned by a Sadist

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Australian Open: Ashleigh Barty wins first Melbourne title by beating Danielle Collins

Ashleigh Barty ends the home nation's 44-year wait for a Grand Slam women's singles champion by beating Danielle Collins to win the Australian Open title.

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East Coast nor'easter, travel delays, NFL title games: 5 things to know this weekend

Another winter storm is headed to the East Coast, it's conference championship weekend in the NFL and more news to start your weekend.

     

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