Archeologists recently uncovered an historic 1,600-year-old Jewish bath known as a mikveh in Ostia Antica, the archaeological site of an ancient Roman city. … [Read more...] about Ancient Jewish ritual bath, oldest of its kind in Europe, uncovered by archaeologists
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College Basketball Crown’s unique trophy unveiled as tournament nears tip-off
The College Basketball Crown unveiled its trophy -- a gold crown -- for the winners of the 16-team men's postseason tournament. It will begin Monday. … [Read more...] about College Basketball Crown’s unique trophy unveiled as tournament nears tip-off
Judges extend orders against deportation flights, including wartime act on violent Venezuelan gang members
A federal judge on Friday ruled a restraining order on the Alien Enemies Act will be extended through April 12, while another judge in Boston blocks deportation of migrants. … [Read more...] about Judges extend orders against deportation flights, including wartime act on violent Venezuelan gang members
Trump doubles down on acquiring Greenland for ‘world peace’ amid Vance visit
President Donald Trump has repeatedly offered, dating back to his first administration, a desire to secure Greenland for the U.S. as Russian and Chinese presence grows in the Arctic. … [Read more...] about Trump doubles down on acquiring Greenland for ‘world peace’ amid Vance visit
Two trans inmates ordered back to women’s prisons in Reagan-appointed judge’s injunction
Two more transgender inmates were moved back to women's facilities after a Reagan-appointed judge issued a preliminary injunction against President Donald Trump's executive order. … [Read more...] about Two trans inmates ordered back to women’s prisons in Reagan-appointed judge’s injunction