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Though recent rain has made for a soggy end to spring, most of the season was plagued with drought. Scientists said the dry conditions helped the Cahaba lilies thrive.
In this edition of Anthems from WBHM, we honor Pride Month with musical protests AND celebrations of LGBTQ+ people from the late 1970’s to the present day. We hope you enjoy the show!
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Elise Catrion Gregg/Gulf States NewsroomEvery year, Elvis fans flock to Tupelo to celebrate the King in his hometown — including some of his youngest fans, who perform like the rock icon in competition. -
Photo courtesy of Alex Williams/Communities of HopeMore than 50 New Orleans faith leaders crowded into Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church on Rampart Street Tuesday and did something rare for a city where religion and politics rarely share a pulpit.
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The shallow, sunny waters of the reflecting pool are an ideal incubator for algae growth in the summertime. Experts say the recent renovation may have helped accelerate it. -
Teen movies like She's the He, Girls Like Girls and Leviticus are all turning tropes on their heads by centering queer characters.
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Health officials and researchers hope that efforts to control deer populations, which serve as "party buses" for mating ticks, can reverse the tide of ticks and the illnesses they cause. -
No one can blame you for getting lost in the fight over the Iron Throne. Here's our cheat sheet ahead of House of the Dragon's third season starting Sunday. -
Here's a look at the preliminary agreement between the U.S. and Iran, and the challenges that remain to find lasting peace.
