Big Cities, Bright Lights And Up To 1 Billion Bird Collisions
When birds migrate, they can become attracted to and disoriented by artificial lights. The result: they end up colliding with skyscrapers and other buildings.
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American Woman And Her Driver Freed From Kidnappers, Ugandan Police Say
Police said four men abducted the pair from their vehicle at gunpoint last week and demanded $500,000 in ransom.
Suspected Rhino Poacher Killed By Elephant, Eaten By Pride Of Lions In South Africa
Park officials said all that was left at the scene were "a human skull and a pair of pants." Many on social media have called the incident karma.
Pastoring A Purple Church: 'I Absolutely Bite My Tongue Sometimes'
In an era of red and blue polarization, purple congregations are increasingly rare and a challenge to maintain. They learn to avoid some subjects to maintain congregational harmony.
Flooding In Iran Kills At Least 70, Forces Evacuation Of Thousands
Record rainfalls over the past two weeks have killed people across 13 provinces. Forecasters expect heavy rain to continue over the next few days, forcing the evacuation of regions bordering Iraq.
Ahead Of Israeli Election, Netanyahu Pledges To Annex West Bank Settlements
The prime minister's move appears to be aimed at galvanizing support among his nationalist base and right-wing political allies before Tuesday's election.
Chef's Memoir Tackles What It's Like To Be Young, Gifted And Black In Fine Dining
Kwame Onwuachi's new memoir, Notes From A Young Black Chef, isn't just about his rise from poverty to celebrated restaurateur. It's also a meditation on being a black man in a rarefied world.
Shelters And City Governments Scramble To Help Migrants In The Rio Grande Valley
The mayor of Brownsville, Texas, was told to expect close to 6,000 migrants released in the Rio Grande Valley this week. A local shelter has been taking in hundreds each day.
Economic Ripples: Hospital Closure Hurts A Town's Ability To Attract Retirees
Celina, Tenn., has long lured retirees, with its scenic hills and affordability. These newcomers help fuel the local economy. But a recent hospital closure makes the town a harder sell.
Artisanal Food Shop Helps Kosovo War-Rape Survivors Earn Income — And Heal
Victims are still stigmatized; many keep their trauma a secret. A new shop offers survivors an income stream, sometimes for the first time in their lives, by selling their homemade traditional foods.