There was hope for a while that Harlem’s legendary Lenox Lounge—which closed in 2012 following a rich 73 years history—would one day reopen, preserving a slice of history in an area that’s undergoing significant changes. Unfortunately, it looks as though the storied jazz bar and former speakeasy won’t be undergoing a revitalization, as plans to reopen the club look to have fallen through. Jeremiah Moss found a bleak scene during a recent visit, with the venue still boarded up and “[left]…behind to rot.” [ more › ]
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El Niño Will Live Up To The Hype, Experts Say
The El Niño-related rainfall that hit Southern California early this month was likely just a preview of powerful storms over the coming months. [ more › ]
How To Spot Five Planets Aligned In The Sky With The Naked Eye Starting This Month
For the first time in a decade, we’ll be able to see all five planets in one glance in the sky with just the naked eye. [ more › ]
Extra, Extra: Mayor Garcetti Agrees With Criticism On #OscarsSoWhite
Santa Monica’s Laemmle is finally reopening this month, some jerk stole Crème Caramel’s tip jar, and more end of the day links! [ more › ]
One-third of Calais ‘Jungle’ to be demolished
Bulldozers are clearing one-third of Europe’s largest refugee camp as a new 18 million euro camp opens next door and independent volunteers provide vital assistance. Diego Cupolo reports from Calais.
Celebrities threaten to boycott ‘white’ Oscars as Academy promises changes
The Academy president has promised “dramatic” changes to improve inclusion at the Oscars. But this year, prominent black film stars have said they won’t be attending the ceremony.
Schengen to fail in months if migration crisis not ‘under control,’ says Tusk
A top EU official has warned that the outcome of the migration crisis could lead to the EU failing “as a political project.” The statement comes as Germany’s FM said closing the country’s borders is not a solution.
What you should know about Zika virus
Amid the ongoing spread of Dengue fever within and even outside the tropics, another mosquito-borne illness has disease specialists alarmed. DW takes a look at the basic facts surrounding the Zika virus.
Russia uses the refugee crisis for propaganda
Russian television is reporting that a young girl of Russian-German descent was raped by immigrants in Berlin. The police have denied the claim. The story is reminiscent of propaganda used during the Ukraine conflict.
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