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Censored art from around the world finds a second chance at a Barcelona museum for banned works

BARCELONA, Spain — A drawing of a naked Donald Trump. A punching bag sculpture shaped like a woman’s body. A display of women’s party shoes standing proudly on prayer rugs. All are pieces of contemporary art that have sparked debate and, at times, violent reactions. These pieces and dozens more that were subject to a …

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The Caribbean island of Dominica has created the world’s first marine protected area for the endangered sperm whale

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — The small Caribbean island of Dominica is creating the world’s first marine protected area for one of the largest animals on earth: the endangered sperm whale. Nearly 300 square miles (800 square kilometers) of royal blue waters in the western part of the island nation that serve as prime nursing …

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Millions of Indians set a new world record celebrating Diwali

LUCKNOW, India (AP) – Millions of Indians celebrated Diwali on Sunday with a Guinness World Record number of glowing earthen oil lamps as concerns about air pollution rose in the South Asian nation. Across the country, dazzling multi-colored lights adorn homes and streets as devotees celebrate the annual Hindu festival of light that symbolizes the …

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Millions of Indians set new world record celebrating Diwali amid concerns over rising air pollution

Millions of Indians are celebrating Diwali, the Hindu festival of light, with a new Guinness World Record number of illuminated earthen oil lamps as concerns over air pollution rise in the South Asian nation. . By means of BISWAJEET BANERJEE Associated Press November 12, 2023, 1:53 AM ET • 3 min reading LUCKNOW, India — …

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