By Daniel Wine, CNN
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1⃣ ‘It truly is hell’
Ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, are getting accustomed to life at the notorious Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn. Two things are certain: They will be uncomfortable and kept out of harm’s way.
2⃣ Frozen funding
As part of its claims of widespread fraud, the Trump administration is halting funding for several programs in five Democrat-led states. The biggest chunk — $7 billion — provides cash assistance and other support to low-income households.
3⃣ Elusive figure
Fossils unearthed in Morocco from a little-understood period of human evolution could help scientists resolve a long-standing mystery: Who came before us?
4⃣ Cultivating creativity
Abstract artist Julie Mehretu has earned international acclaim, and her paintings hang in some of the world’s most prestigious art institutions. She’s paving the way for others to follow in her footsteps.
5⃣ Taylor and Travis
Their engagement created a massive economic and cultural footprint. As Swift and Kelce prepare to marry, a CNN documentary explores celebrity romance and its impact on American life.
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‘I Wool Survive!’: Rams that won’t mate with females are typically sent to slaughter, but a German farmer decided to give them a home. Meet this flock of gay sheep with names including Prince Wooliam and Madonna.
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Dicey destination? Tourists are discovering a fascinating place to visit on the edge of Europe — but it’s on a US warning list, and security fears make some people wary.
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