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European Union and U.K. Union Jack flags hang at a meeting for U.K. citizens living in Germany to discuss the implications of the proposed "Brexit" from the EU.

Circle June 23. A Vote That Day In The U.K. Could Affect Your Wallet

Most economists say an upcoming vote to determine the United Kingdom's role in the EU is a big deal. The so-called Brexit vote might upset trade deals, financial markets and currencies, they argue.

Muhammad Ali told an anti-war rally at the University of Chicago in 1967 that there is a difference between fighting in the ring and fighting in Vietnam.

In Political Activism, Ali Pulled No Punches — And Paid A Heavy Price

It's common today for athletes to carry the banner of some sort of political protest. But it wasn't so easy for Ali, who was banned from boxing for opposing the Vietnam War.

Gordie Howe (center) spent most of his career with the Detroit Red Wings, leading the team to four Stanley Cup championships. He finished his pro hockey career with 1,071 goals and 21 NHL All-Star appearances.

Gordie Howe, Legend Known As 'Mr. Hockey,' Dies At 88

Howe led the Detroit Red Wings to four Stanley Cup championships in the 1950s and was named MVP six times.

Artown Executive Director Beth Macmillan speaks for the "Creative Buzz" lecture series in downtown Reno's The Basement market.

Artown: Tenfold Growth Since Launch

In just a few weeks, organizers will kick off the 21st annual Artown festival. The organization anticipates 300,000 people will attend events throughout…

Late spring is swarm season, the time of year when bees reproduce and find new places to build hives.

Spring Is Swarm Season, When Beekeepers Are On The Hunt For New Hives

While a new neighborhood beehive can be stressful for homeowners, it's an exciting time for beekeepers. They see it as an opportunity to collect more colonies for their apiaries.

American boxer and world heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali throws a long right to British challenger Henry Cooper's injured left eye in the sixth round of their world heavyweight championship fight.

On Muhammad Ali's Complicated Contradictions, And How He Changed Boxing

"Ali was a black man who was not concerned with what white America thought of him."

Nick Denton, seen here during his legal battle with Terry Bollea, aka Hulk Hogan, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protections for Gawker Media, the company he founded 13 years ago.

Gawker Files For Bankruptcy As It Faces $140 Million Court Penalty

In addition to its eponymous website, Gawker Media operates several other popular sites, including Deadspin, Jezebel and Gizmodo. The company will be sold to Ziff Davis.

This composite of drone images shows architectural details and measurements (left) and a close-up view of a monumental structure near the center of Petra in Jordan.

Massive Structure Found 'Hiding In Plain Sight' At Ancient Site Of Petra

Researchers using satellite images and drones discovered a structure the size of an Olympic-size pool near the center of the ancient city in Jordan. But what exactly it was used for remains a mystery.

Tracing Muhammad Ali's Rise To 'King Of The World'

Fresh Air remembers the boxing legend who dies last week with this archival interview with David Remnick, author of the Ali biography, of King of the World. Originally broadcast in 1998.

Struggling Charter School Ready For New Life

Rainshadow Community Charter High School has faced a year-long test to simply stay open. Their charter has just been renewed by the Washoe County School…

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