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Building a new Key Bridge could take years and cost at least $400 million, experts say
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Quick Glance: Wife of Baltimore bridge collapse survivor reveals workers' situation during tragedy
  • The wife of a construction worker who survived the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse describes it as a miracle that he survived as he cannot swim.

  • Julio Cervantes was one of eight construction workers on the bridge when the Dali cargo ship crashed into a support pillar, causing the bridge to collapse into the Patapsco River.

  • Search teams successfully located two individuals in the Port of Baltimore related to the bridge collapse incident.

  • President Joe Biden has committed to rebuilding the bridge promptly, with the National Transportation Safety Board conducting an investigation into the incident.
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Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' is here. Let's discuss the collaborators, track list and more
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Quick Glance: Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Unveiled
  • Beyoncé's new album is a 27-track tour of popular music with a Beatles cover, cameos by Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton, and features from Miley Cyrus and Post Malone.

  • Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' album goes beyond just country music, incorporating elements of funk, rock, and pop among other genres.

  • Described as a project over five years in the making, Beyoncé's album was born out of an experience where she felt unwelcome, showcasing a diverse range of musical influences.

  • The diversity of 'Cowboy Carter' album by Beyoncé reflects a wide array of contemporary pop music and also raises questions about the nature of music genres, as evident in the track 'Spaghettii.'
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Xabi Alonso cancels Bayern: “I will continue to be coach at Bayer”: The question of the future has been clarified: Xabi Alonso will remain coach at Bayer ...
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Xabi Alonso cancels Bayern: “I will continue to be coach at Bayer”
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Meghan Markle 'sees herself as Princess Diana's heir' as she 'cashes in': Meghan Markle launched her lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard earlier this month ...
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Meghan Markle 'sees herself as Princess Diana's heir' as she 'cashes in'
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Pope Francis breaks with tradition in annual ritual by washing the feet of women only
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Quick Glance: Pope Washes Feet of 12 Women at Rome Prison
  • Pope Francis washed and kissed the feet of 12 female inmates at a Rome prison during a Holy Thursday ritual to emphasize his calling of service and humility.

  • He revolutionized the foot-washing ritual for the Vatican by insisting, since his first Holy Thursday as pope in 2013, on having women and people of other faiths among the 12 participants.

  • Francis appeared in good shape at the prison, even after presiding over a long Mass earlier in the day in St. Peter’s Basilica. He was also energized by his visit to the Rebibbia prison, where he was given a basket of vegetables grown in the prison garden as well as two liturgical stoles.

  • Despite the conclusion of Holy Thursday events, Francis has a lot to do in the upcoming days that will test his stamina, including the nighttime Way of the Cross procession at the Colosseum on Friday.
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“Winnetou”: Why ZDF is showing the controversial film despite criticism: On Good Friday, ZDF viewers will see “Winnetou Part 1”. Despite criticism ...
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“Winnetou”: Why ZDF is showing the controversial film despite criticism
Quick Glance: "Winnetou": Why ZDF Chooses to Air Controversial Film
  • Despite criticism, the controversial film "Winnetou 1. Teil" will be shown on ZDF on Good Friday.

  • The "Winnetou" series, based on Karl May's stories, gained popularity in the Sixties.

  • Criticism of the portrayal of indigenous peoples led to consequences such as book withdrawals and low interest in cinemas.

  • The ZDF defends the broadcast as a historical document reflecting societal issues of the past but remains silent on a possible disclaimer before the film.
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Philippines' Catholic devotees nailed to crosses to re-enact crucifixion: Catholic devotees were nailed to crosses in sweltering heat north of the Philippines ...
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Philippines' Catholic devotees nailed to crosses to re-enact crucifixion
Quick Glance: Philippine Devotees Experience Crucifixion Re-Enactment
  • In sweltering heat north of the Philippines capital Manila, Catholic followers were nailed to crosses on Good Friday to re-enact the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

  • Approximately 20,000 Filipino and foreign visitors gathered in San Pedro Cutud in Pampanga province to witness this annual display of dedication, which is not endorsed by the Roman Catholic Church in the Philippines.

  • These crucifixions represented the most extreme manifestation of faith in the Philippines, where around 80% of its over 110 million inhabitants identify as Roman Catholics.

  • During Holy Week, certain believers whip themselves with bamboo lashes, viewing it as a form of penance to cleanse their sins, heal illnesses, and receive blessings. The Catholic Church opposes such practices, asserting that prayers and genuine repentance suffice to observe Lent.
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Watch: Forensics inspect scene of South Africa bus crash: The only survivor is an eight-year-old girl that has been taken to hospital with serious injuries.
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Watch: Forensics inspect scene of South Africa bus crash
Quick Glance: Child (8) Sole Survivor in South Africa Bus Crash Tragedy
  • A bus crash in South Africa resulted in the death of 45 people after the vehicle plunged off a bridge and caught fire upon impact with the ground.

  • An eight-year-old child, the only survivor, is currently receiving medical treatment at a nearby hospital.

  • The tragic incident occurred near Mamatlakala in the Limpopo province, where the driver lost control, crashed into barriers on the bridge, and caused the bus to go over the edge and ignite.

  • Rescue operations persisted into late hours, with some victims burned beyond recognition and others trapped in debris or scattered at the scene.
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“I will not allow myself to be denigrated as an Islamist”: Rüdiger explains gesture
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Quick Glance: Rüdiger and DFB Take Legal Action Against Reichelt
  • Antonio Rüdiger and the DFB respond to Julian Reichelt's criticism with legal measures.

  • Reichelt claimed Rüdiger made an Islamist gesture, which both deny.

  • The Federal Ministry of the Interior deems the religious gesture unproblematic.

  • DFB condemns racist comments against U-17 players, emphasizing diversity and respect.
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Lionel Messi says he hasn’t yet thought about when he will retire: Lionel Messi revealed that he doesn’t see his advancing years as an important factor in ...
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Lionel Messi says he hasn’t yet thought about when he will retire
Quick Glance: Lionel Messi on Retirement Planning and Gratitude
  • Lionel Messi, who plays for Inter Miami in the Major League Soccer (MLS) in the USA, will turn 37 later this year. He emphasized that he will not take his age into consideration when he eventually retires.

  • Messi dismissed retirement speculations, highlighting his self-critical nature towards his performances. The World Cup champion with Argentina stated that he will step down when he feels incapable of contributing to his team's success.

  • "I haven't yet thought about what my plans are for retirement," Messi revealed during an interview with Big Time.

  • "Currently, I try to savor each day, each moment, without dwelling on life beyond football."
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This Moment to Arise: The Revisionary Genius of Beyoncé’s ‘Blackbird’: 'Cowboy Carter' highlight brings the 'White Album' classic full circle
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This Moment to Arise: The Revisionary Genius of Beyoncé’s ‘Blackbird’
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Musk's Grok-1.5 AI chatbot to be available next week: Elon Musk's artificial intelligence startup xAI's latest Grok-1.5 chatbot will be available on his social ...
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Musk's Grok-1.5 AI chatbot to be available next week
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Fundraising gala: Obama and Clinton boost Biden's election campaign: Election campaign in the USA: Joe Biden collects millions at a fundraising gala with the ...
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Fundraising gala: Obama and Clinton boost Biden's election campaign
Quick Glance: Fundraising Gala: Obama and Clinton Boost Biden's Campaign
  • Obama, Clinton, and Biden raise 25 million dollars at fundraising gala in New York.

  • Discussion on politics, democracy, and climate change with show performances.

  • Biden needs momentum in campaign due to age and reservations.

  • Trump contrasts with memorial service and fundraising efforts for campaign.
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Conjoined twin Abby Hensel is now married : Conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel first gained national attention when they appeared on “The Oprah Winfrey ...
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Conjoined twin Abby Hensel is now married
Quick Glance: Conjoined twin Abby Hensel, of TLC's 'Abby & Brittany,' is now married to an Army veteran
  • Abby and Brittany Hensel, known from the TLC reality series, have transitioned from a duo to a trio.

  • The marriage of Abby, the left-side conjoined twin, to Josh Bowling, a nurse and United States Army veteran, took place in 2021. They reside in Minnesota, the birthplace and hometown of the Hensel twins.

  • As per the 'Today' show, which acquired marriage records for the spouses, the sisters both work as fifth-grade teachers in their home state.

  • Abby and Josh kept their marital union private until 2023, when they unveiled photos of the wedding ceremony on their TikTok @abbyandbrittanyhensel. A resurfaced clip from a wedding guest depicted an intimate moment from the couple's wedding on Facebook.
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South Africa Bus Crash Kills 45, but 8-Year-old Survives: The bus, which was carrying people from Botswana to an Easter weekend pilgrimage in South Africa ...
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South Africa Bus Crash Kills 45, but 8-Year-old Survives
Quick Glance: South Africa Bus Tragedy: 45 Dead, 8-Year-Old Sole Survivor
  • A bus plunged 165 feet into a ravine, resulting in 45 fatalities, with only an 8-year-old girl surviving.

  • The girl received medical attention after the crash on the way to an Easter pilgrimage in South Africa.

  • The incident occurred on a scenic, mountainous road near Moria, a pilgrimage site.

  • South Africa had over 12,400 road fatalities in 2022, highlighting road safety concerns.
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Warriors' Draymond Green Reacts To Game Ejection After Yelling At A Referee: The power forward received his fourth game ejection of the season.
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Quick Glance: NBA: Warriors Defeat Magic Despite Green’s Ejection
  • Golden State Warriors overcame Draymond Green's early ejection to beat Orlando Magic 101-93 in the NBA.

  • Stephen Curry scored the final points of the game, finishing with 17 points and 10 assists.

  • Warriors dominated rebounding, holding Orlando to 93 points despite poor shooting.

  • Green's ejection didn't deter the Warriors as they found ways to secure the win.
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Georgia Republican Party official voted illegally nine times, judge rules
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Georgia Republican Party official voted illegally nine times, judge rules
Quick Glance: Trump Attorney Challenges Georgia Charges
  • Former President Trump's attorneys argued that the charges in Georgia target core political speech and urged the judge to dismiss them under the First Amendment before the trial.

  • Trump contested the November 2020 election results, alleging fraud, and faces accusations of attempting to subvert Georgia's election results to stay in power.

  • Trump, along with allies, faces 10 charges in Georgia related to the election, with his attorney pressing a First Amendment defense while other defendants like David Shafer also challenge their charges.

  • McAfee presided over the hearing, where various legal arguments were presented, including challenges to the indictment's language regarding Shafer's involvement in sending alternate electors and Trump's alleged false votes.
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With China EV launch, Xiaomi's 'Thor' takes on Elon Musk: He was called China's answer to Steve Jobs for taking Xiaomi from scrappy startup to an electronics ...
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With China EV launch, Xiaomi's 'Thor' takes on Elon Musk
Quick Glance: Xiaomi's 'Thor' Challenges Elon Musk with China EV Launch
  • Lei Jun, Xiaomi's co-founder and CEO, unveils a highly anticipated electric car in China that challenges Tesla's 'Thor'.

  • Xiaomi's EV marketing strategy mirrors Elon Musk's approach, with Lei Jun being dubbed 'Thor' by fans.

  • Xiaomi's SU7 model enters the Chinese EV market at an attractive price, with production supported by Beijing authorities.

  • Venturing into the premium market poses new challenges for Xiaomi, despite receiving significant orders for the SU7 model.
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Judge Speaks Out Against Donald Trump's Family Attacks: Federal judge Reggie Walton condemned the former president's "problematic" attacks on Judge Juan Merchan ...
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Judge Speaks Out Against Donald Trump's Family Attacks
Quick Glance: Trump Attacks on Hush Money Judge’s Daughter Due to Fake Account: Court
  • Former President Trump criticized the daughter of hush money trial Judge Juan Merchan, pointing to a social media account that is no longer associated with Loren Merchan, according to a court spokesperson.

  • A spokesperson for the New York state Office of Court Administration (OCA) stated that the account in question was no longer linked to Loren Merchan after she deleted it around a year ago.

  • Trump’s attack on Loren Merchan, a Democratic political consultant, happened on social media. The former president referred to a photo illustration of an imprisoned Trump behind bars, which initially appeared to be the profile photo of Loren Merchan’s account.

  • Trump’s online remarks occurred less than 24 hours after Judge Merchan prohibited the former president from making public comments about witnesses, prosecutors, court staff, or their family members 'if those statements are made with the intent to materially interfere with' the case.
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Will Apple reveal its generative AI strategy at Worldwide Developers Conference in June?
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Xabi Alsonso will announce the decision himself at the press conference on Friday. Various English sources had already reported this on Thursday ... Show more
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Donald Trump Has a Liz Cheney Problem: The former Wyoming representative and frequent Trump critic drew a large crowd in Des Moines, Iowa, on Wednesday night.
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Donald Trump Has a Liz Cheney Problem
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Melania Trump’s role in the 2024 campaign remains up in the air: Former first lady Melania Trump has been largely absent from the 2024 campaign and sources close ...
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Melania Trump’s role in the 2024 campaign remains up in the air
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Huawei says 2023 net profit doubled despite U.S. crackdown: TAIPEI -- China's Huawei Technologies said on Friday its net profit more than doubled in 2023 ...
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Huawei says 2023 net profit doubled despite U.S. crackdown
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North Carolina was in it for the long haul, but the end came quickly: Top-seeded North Carolina, led by Armando Bacot and RJ Davis, saw a successful run come to ...
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North Carolina was in it for the long haul, but the end came quickly
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House Republicans invite President Biden to testify at public hearing as impeachment inquiry stalls
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House Republicans invite President Biden to testify at public hearing as ...
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Many GOP billionaires balked at Jan. 6. They’re coming back to Trump.: Elite donors are rediscovering their affinity for the former president over taxes — even ...
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Many GOP billionaires balked at Jan. 6. They’re coming back to Trump.