Trouble is brewing for the piping plover, already one of the Great Lakes region’s most endangered bird species, as water levels surge during a rain-soaked spring that has flooded large areas of the Midwest. (June 17)
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Today in History for June 16th
Highlights of this day in history: Abraham Lincoln says America cannot remain divided over slavery; Valentina Tereshkova becomes the first woman in space; Deadly Soweto riots erupt in South Africa; Ballet dancer Rudolf Nureyev defects. (June 16)
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Here’s the latest for Saturday, June 14th: First mass in fire-damaged Notre Dame cathedral; HK leader shelves extradition bill; Tearful Amanda Knox accuses media of creating a false story; Zoo animals enjoy cold treats as Rome swelters.
‘Plus One’ is rare indie rom-com with Donald Trump connection
Short-lived White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci was set to finance the film “Plus One” at one point — but departed to work for Donald Trump before it got off the ground. (June 14)
Today in History for June 15th
Highlights of this day in history: England’s King John signs the Magna Carta; A deadly steamboat fire in New York City; Jordan’s King Hussein weds American Lisa Halaby; Arlington National Cemetery created; Singer Ella Fitzgerald dies. (June 15)
Prosecutors to retry Kellen Winslow Jr. for rape
A judge denied a defense request that former NFL player Kellen Winslow be released on $1 million bail after prosecutor said that while free on bail last January he approached an 18-year-old. The new trial is set for Sept. 30. (Jun 14)
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Composer Alan Menken’s secrets to modernizing ‘Aladdin’ tunes
Composer Alan Menken says he’s “very protective” of his work on “Aladdin” and other classic Disney movies — but also knows knows he can’t be too protective. (June 14)
Composer Alan Menken’s secrets to modernizing ‘Aladdin’ tunes
Composer Alan Menken says he’s “very protective” of his work on “Aladdin” and other classic Disney movies — but also knows knows he can’t be too protective. (June 14)
Mena Massoud wasn’t Disney’s first choice to star in ‘Aladdin’
“Aladdin” star Mena Massoud may not have been Disney’s first choice to play the charming “street rat” in Guy Ritchie’s live-action remake — but he’s making the most of it. (June 14)
Beto O’Rourke visits Gullah Geechee Nation in SC
Democratic presidential candidate Beto O’Rourke met held a roundtable discussion in Beaufort, South Carolina with members of the Gullah Geechee Nation. (June 14)