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Feb 6, 2024 | 
dogonews.com | Kavi Dolasia |Jono Sison |Lexi Romanowsky |Alvaro Aragon
On February 10, 2024, over two billion people worldwide will celebrate the first day of the Chinese New Year. Also called Lunar or Spring New Year, it is one of China's most important holidays. Millions of city residents use the mandatory seven-day break to visit family and friends, triggering the world's largest seasonal human migration. The spring travel rush, or Chunyun, starts 15 days before the Chinese New Year and ends about 25 days after.
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Feb 5, 2024 | 
dogonews.com | Shariqua Ahmed |Jono Sison |Lexi Romanowsky |Alvaro Aragon
After lying dormant for 6,000 years, the Fagradalsfjall volcano on Iceland's Revkjanes Peninsula suddenly came to life in 2021. The eruption lasted six months. But it was considered minor, and posed no risk to nearby residents. However, the volcano's most recent outbursts are threatening the survival of Grindavík. The small fishing village is located about 6 miles (9.9 km) from the volcano. The first eruption occurred on December 19, 2023. The lava initially seemed to be target Grindavík.
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Feb 2, 2024 | 
dogonews.com | Kavi Dolasia |Jono Sison |Lexi Romanowsky |Shariqua Ahmed
Tired of winter? Then you will be delighted to know that spring is around the corner. On February 2, 2024, aka Groundhog Day, legendary woodchuck Punxsutawney Phil failed to observe his shadow. According to folklore, this means that the frosty weather will soon be a distant memory. As is the case each year, thousands of fans gathered at Gobbler's Knob in the Pennsylvania Wilds to witness the renowned woodchuck's prediction.
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Jan 26, 2024 | 
dogonews.com | Lexi Romanowsky |Marcela Bonet |Jono Sison
American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift had a phenomenal 2023. Her Eras Tour, which kicked off in March 2023, surpassed $1 billion in ticket sales after only 60 shows. This is the highest highest-grossing music tour ever. Elton John's five-year farewell tour preJohn'sy held the record. It earned $939 million (£749 million) over 328 shows. Even more impressive, the Eras Tour earned more than 2023's next two highest-grossing tours (Beyonce and Bruce Springsteen) combined.
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Nov 29, 2023 | 
dogonews.com | Lexi Romanowsky |Kavi Dolasia |Marcela Bonet |Shariqua Ahmed
What kind of a sculpture would five renowned artists who lived 500 years apart create if they worked together? That was the challenge two Swedish companies set up for themselves in August 2022. The result is "The Impossible Statue," the world's first sculpture designed using artificial intelligence (AI) software. The 5-foot, half-a-ton stainless steel masterpiece was unveiled at the Stockholm National Museum of Science and Technology in May 2023.
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Nov 14, 2023 | 
dogonews.com | Abigail Stevens |Kavi Dolasia |Marcela Bonet |Lexi Romanowsky
Historians have long suspected that Queen Meret-Neith was the most powerful woman in Egypt around 3,000 BC. Now, researchers excavating her grave in Abydos, Egypt, have found evidence that indicates she may have been ancient Egypt's first female ruler. Before this, that honor belonged to Queen Hatshepsut (1507 BC - 1458 BC). Meret-Neith was the wife of King Djet — the third king of the first dynasty of ancient Egyptian rulers — and the mother of their heir, King Den.
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Sep 26, 2023 | 
dogonews.com | Lexi Romanowsky
The Beatles were one of the most successful and influential pop music groups of the 1960s and the best-selling band in history. The English rock band, comprising John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, produced numerous hits before breaking up in 1970. Any hope of the group recording another song was dashed when a jealous fan killed John Lennon in December 1980.
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Aug 23, 2023 | 
dogonews.com | Lexi Romanowsky
Barbie, one of this year's most anticipated releases, has more than lived up to its lofty expectations. The fantasy comedy has broken numerous records for Warner Bros. and Director Greta Gerwig since its July 21, 2023 premiere. And there is no end in sight! The movie's opening weekend domestic ticket sales of $155 million secured its position as the highest-grossing debut of 2023. The record was previously held by The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which earned $146.3 million during its first weekend.
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Aug 7, 2023 | 
dogonews.com | Lexi Romanowsky
August 7, 2023 On June 21, 2023, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) granted its first-ever approval of cell-cultured meat. The assent is restricted to products made by GOOD Meat and Upside Foods. It was the final step the California-based startups needed to sell their lab-grown chicken in the US. As you might have guessed, lab-grown meat is not sourced from traditional animal farming.
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Jul 24, 2023 | 
dogonews.com | Lexi Romanowsky
July 28, 2023 The US Women's National Soccer Team (USWNT) has been a dominant force in world soccer for the past three decades. The impressive team boasts four World Cup titles and four Olympic gold medals. On July 20, 2023, team USA began its quest to win a third consecutive title at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. No team, men's or women's, has won three in a row. A fifth title would put the USWNT behind only Brazil's men, who have won six.
