The fisherman’s family says he found the pearl inside a giant clam near the island of Palawan and kept it under his bed. If confirmed, it would be far and away the largest natural pearl ever found.
Earthquake Rattles Myanmar And Neighboring Countries
People as far away as Thailand, India and Bangladesh felt the magnitude 6.8 quake. Historic pagodas in the city of Bagan appeared to be damaged, and at least three people reportedly died.
After A Rough Summer, Pennsylvania Trump Fans Explain Why He Is Still Their Guy
In central Pennsylvania, a farm family, the CEO of a small paper mill and a student at Penn State University — all Trump supporters — weigh in on the candidate’s claim of potential voter fraud.
Clinton Foundation To Drastically Shrink If Hillary Clinton Is Elected
The foundation would give up its most recognizable parts, including its major global health and wellness programs.
Threatened By Rising Seas, Alaska Village Decides To Relocate
Rising sea levels have eroded Shishmaref for many years. Now, the Inupiat Eskimo village has voted to move. One resident told NPR that it’s a matter of protecting their unique community.
On Social Media, As In Life, White People Are Way Less Likely To Talk About Race
A new study from Pew found that while people of color regularly see and share content on social media about race, white people rarely do.