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National Archives Seeks Volunteers for Cursive Transcribing Effort
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world / culture
1 hour ago

National Archives Seeks Volunteers for Cursive Transcribing Effort

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  • National Archives needs volunteers to transcribe cursive documents.
  • Project spans over 300 million items from Revolutionary War to 1950 Census.
  • Most U.S. schools have replaced cursive with keyboard skills.
  • Volunteers, called citizen archivists, help decode historical records.
  • Participants choose records to transcribe or tag without formal application.
  • Community manager calls reading cursive a 'superpower'.
  • Leader Suzanne Isaacs invites more helpers for this historic effort.
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Archaeologists Unearth 'Once-in-a-Century' Bathhouse in Pompeii
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science / earth
17 hours ago

Archaeologists Unearth 'Once-in-a-Century' Bathhouse in Pompeii

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  • Pompeii excavation reveals a lavish Roman spa complex.
  • Wealthy politician Aulus Rustius Verus likely owned the spa.
  • The spa featured hot, warm, and cold baths with a plunge pool.
  • Artifacts like coins and jewelry showcase life before AD 79 eruption.
  • Preserved frescoes and mosaics offer insights into Pompeian culture.
  • The complex design displays wealth, with Greek-inspired decor.
  • Dr. Anna Onesti highlights the site's potential for new discoveries.
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Navigating Family Dynamics: Photo Controversy & Blended Family Tensions
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world / culture
4 hours ago

Navigating Family Dynamics: Photo Controversy & Blended Family Tensions

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  • Mother refuses son's photos for father's girlfriend over distrust and privacy worries.
  • Girlfriend's contact with photographer raises tensions, like shared space disputes.
  • Father's indifference to photo issue frustrates mother, affecting co-parenting.
  • Custody schedules worsen communication, similar to roommate adapting to girlfriend.
  • Family dinner incident breaches trust like house rules with overstaying guests.
  • Adult child confronts mom's partner over exclusion, mirroring roommate tensions.
  • Father's weak communication leaves conflicts unsolved, similar to avoiding roommates.
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From Bustling Boston to Serene Norwell: A Family's Journey South
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world / culture
12 hours ago

From Bustling Boston to Serene Norwell: A Family's Journey South

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  • Eileen Wright moved her family from Quincy to Norwell for more space.
  • Quincy's cultural richness wasn't ideal for growing families due to high costs.
  • The Wrights profited $715,000 from selling their Quincy home.
  • They saved money while temporarily living in Plymouth.
  • The family bought a three-bedroom home in Norwell for $830,000.
  • Norwell offers top public schools and a peaceful setting.
  • Despite higher taxes, Norwell provides value and needed space.
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Rare Round Egg from Devon Set for Charity Auction in March
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world / culture
11 hours ago

Rare Round Egg from Devon Set for Charity Auction in March

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  • A rare round egg was found at Fenton Farm in Devon by Alison Greene.
  • Alison Greene has handled over 42 million eggs as an egg handler.
  • The unique egg, called 'one-in-a-billion,' will be auctioned in March.
  • Auction proceeds will aid Devon Rape Crisis charity.
  • Spherical chicken eggs can fetch more than £200 at auctions.
  • Exeter will host the charity auction, aiming for high bids.
  • Auctioneer Brian Goodison verifies the rarity of round eggs.
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Colorado Mom Discovers Toddlers Played with, Possibly Ingested Grandpa's Ashes
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world / culture
10 hours ago

Colorado Mom Discovers Toddlers Played with, Possibly Ingested Grandpa's Ashes

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  • Monica Long's children smeared ashes, mistaking them for white dirt.
  • The TikTok video of the incident gained millions of views.
  • Long was preparing for a birthday party when she found the mess.
  • The grandfather, a Vietnam War veteran, might have found it humorous.
  • The incident reminded viewers of a scene from 'Meet the Parents'.
  • The children climbed a shelf, reaching the urn of ashes.
  • Family support helped Long find humor in the situation.
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1960s Wedding Video Discovered, Bringing Old Memories to Life
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world / culture
8 hours ago

1960s Wedding Video Discovered, Bringing Old Memories to Life

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  • Beryl Davies was shocked to see her wedding video from 1966.
  • The video was found by film student Martyn Forrester during a holiday.
  • Forrester digitized the video and searched for the couple.
  • Footage shared on Facebook led to Davies through her brother.
  • The video brought back magical memories for Davies.
  • Davies felt emotional seeing relatives from her wedding day.
  • Davies is grateful to regain a piece of her history.
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Whiskey Lovers Rack Up £160,000 Bar Tab in Luxurious Scotland Hotel
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world / culture
23 hours ago

Whiskey Lovers Rack Up £160,000 Bar Tab in Luxurious Scotland Hotel

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  • A £160,000 bill was amassed at Bertie's Whisky Bar, Braemar.
  • The event took place on December 30, before Hogmanay.
  • 101 rare and vintage whiskeys were included on the bill.
  • 1943 Glenlivet and 1940s Laphroaigs were among the selections.
  • The priciest round was 15 drams of 50-year-old Balvenie for £67,500.
  • The receipt online sparked curiosity due to the unknown group's identity.
  • Experts claim palates may tire after tasting a few high-end drams.
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Inside Patrick and Brittany Mahomes' Daughter Golden's Dream Nursery
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entertainment / celebrities
1 day ago

Inside Patrick and Brittany Mahomes' Daughter Golden's Dream Nursery

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  • Golden Raye's nursery has a sunshine theme, resembling hope and new beginnings.
  • Born in an NFL bye week, Golden's timing aligns with Syrian youths' pivotal decisions.
  • Patrick Mahomes shares events online, attracting attention like Texas' education debates.
  • Balancing NFL and family, Mahomes shows dedication similar to Syrian youths' aspirations.
  • Golden's name merges heritage and individuality, like Syrians balancing tradition and change.
  • Mahomes' public life scrutiny mirrors Syrians' privacy challenges in life decisions.
  • Family and cultural narratives retain authenticity, key for both Mahomes and returning Syrians.
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Ancient Shrine Sealed by Jesus' Ancestor Unveiled After 3,000 Years
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world / culture
1 day ago

Ancient Shrine Sealed by Jesus' Ancestor Unveiled After 3,000 Years

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  • Ancient shrine near Temple Mount unveiled after 3,000 years.
  • The eight-room site features altar and sacred items.
  • Hezekiah's reforms against idol worship sealed the shrine.
  • Montague Parker glimpsed site in early 20th century.
  • Artifacts reveal worship practices from First Temple era.
  • Preserved shrine shows religious shifts before centralization.
  • Site links Jerusalem's past to present cultural heritage.
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