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In 28 years of walking, Karl Bushby has overcome jungle, desert and red tape. Now he's nearly home
After 28 years and 31,000 miles on foot, British adventurer Karl Bushby nears the end of his epic Goliath Expedition, facing an uncertain future as he prepares to settle down.
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6mThey bought Harry Houdini's house. It came with a gaggle of magic fans
The new owners of Harry Houdini’s former Harlem brownstone have transformed from reluctant guardians to enthusiastic hosts, embracing the magician’s legacy and welcoming fans into their historic home.
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4mFrance heads into third weekend of protests as youth-led rallies sweep Europe
France and other European nations brace for widespread youth-led protests over living costs and education, as authorities deploy massive security forces to prevent anticipated rioting and civil disorder.
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Lawsuit accuses Education Department of throttling student debt cancellation
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3mMedieval Times embroiled in allegations of sexual harassment, animal abuse
Medieval Times faces intense national scrutiny following serious allegations of workplace misconduct, sexual harassment, labor violations, and animal mistreatment at several of its popular dinner theater locations.
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6mOn board a Spanish high-speed train in the aftermath of the system's latest catastrophe
Two deadly train collisions in nine months have severely shaken public confidence in Spain’s celebrated high-speed rail network, prompting government promises of reform and safety improvements.