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Canova’s Sketches in Three Dimensions

Wall Street Journal The Neoclassical sculptor used small-scale terracotta pieces to create his imposing marble figures. https://www.wsj.com/articles/canovas-sketches-in-three-dimensions-aa6518b2

Canada Wildfires Rage in Alberta and British Columbia

New York Times Wildfires raging in Alberta and British Columbia have created a sense of panic and fear, and forced thousands of residents to evacuate from their homes. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/19/world/canada/canada-wildfire-alberta-british-columbia.html

‘Debt Ceiling’: A Fiscal Roof That Moves Higher and Higher

Wall Street Journal A Depression-era phrase for government spending caps comes from a medieval word for putting a cover on something https://www.wsj.com/articles/debt-ceiling-a-fiscal-roof-that-moves-higher-and-higher-8c58be1a

14 Game-Changing Grilling Recipes

Wall Street Journal You could be getting so much more from your grill. In these smart and surprising recipes, chefs leverage live fire to produce everything from smoke-kissed snacks to salads, mains and even desserts. https://www.wsj.com/articles/grilling-recipes-3c92a6ae

Two Russian drones destroyed near Dnipro

Pravda Ukraine On the evening of 19 May, the Ukrainian military personnel destroyed two drones of Russian invaders south of the city of Dnipro. Source: Air Command Skhid (East) Quote: “As of 21:40, a unit of the Air Command Skhid destroyed two enemy UAVs at once south of the city of Dnipro. https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2023/05/19/7403030/

Biden administration bucks eco groups again, advances massive gas pipeline

Fox News The Biden administration issued a key approval Thursday evening for a 303½-mile West Virginia-to-Virginia natural gas pipeline project that environmental groups argued would have disastrous impacts. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) published a record of decision approving a 30-year right-of-way permit and a temporary use permit for the Mountain Valley Pipeline, allowing…

Arab League welcomes back Syria, hails Iran-Saudi détente

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. The expanding diplomacy in the region has proved Washington’s efforts to isolate Syria and Iran ineffective. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/05/19/703717/Arab-leaders-welcome-Syria-into-fold-hail-Iran-Saudi-d%C3%A9tente

US imposes fresh sanctions against Iranian shipping companies

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. The United States has imposed new sanctions on Iran and Russia as the two countries seek to strengthen ties. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/05/19/703716/US-sanctions-Russia-foreign-ministry-railway

U.S. Official Looks to Deter Russia in Black Sea Region

Defense.gov Russia’s invasion of neighboring Ukraine has far-reaching impacts for the Black Sea region, and the United States is working with allies and partners to counter Russian President Vladimir Putin’s aggression. https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/3390038/us-official-looks-to-deter-russia-in-black-sea-region/

Adidas to Resume Sales of Yeezy Sneakers Within Days

Wall Street Journal German sportswear brand says antiracism groups will receive donations after it ended its partnership with rapper Kanye West. https://www.wsj.com/articles/adidas-to-resume-sales-of-yeezy-sneakers-within-days-e34c55bd