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Sebastiano Ridolfi tries on the costume of Papà del Gnoco, or "Gnocchi Dad," the Santa-esque figure who's the symbol of the celebration in Verona. Although Ridolfi didn't win the election, he was received warmly by the crowd and remains committed to challenging traditions.

Wherefore Art Thou, Gnocchi-o? Fair Verona Has Another Enduring Love Story

Though the potato dumplings are found all over Italy, it's only in Verona that the dish inspired a pre-Lent holiday, complete with a parade, costumes and an elected Santa-esque figure, Papà del Gnoco.

Arby's is among seven fast-food chains that have agreed to stop limiting their workers' ability to take jobs at other restaurants in the same chain.

Fast-Food Chains Back Away From Limits On Whom They Hire

Seven fast-food franchises, facing potential prosecution from the state of Washington, abandoned a practice critics say hurt workers' chances of earning more and moving up the ladder.

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo was not receptive to being asked about his support of former Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch.

Pompeo Won't Say Whether He Owes Yovanovitch An Apology. 'I've Done What's Right'

As the State Department faces ongoing questions over Marie Yovanovitch's treatment as U.S. envoy to Ukraine, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo tells NPR, "I've defended every single person on this team."

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Pompeo Won't Say Whether He Owes Yovanovitch An Apology. 'I've Done What's Right'

As the State Department faces ongoing questions over Marie Yovanovitch's treatment as U.S. envoy to Ukraine, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo tells NPR, "I've defended every single person on this team."

A motorbike convoy in November follows the last ride of Harry Dunn, who died when his motorbike was involved in a head-on collision in August 2019, near RAF Croughton, in Brackley, England.

U.S. Won't Hand Over Wife Of American Diplomat Wanted In Fatal U.K. Car Crash

The State Department says Anne Sacoolas has diplomatic immunity and will not be returned to face dangerous driving charges related to the Aug. 27 death of 19-year-old Harry Dunn.

President Trump touches the casket of the Rev. Billy Graham, who died last week at age 99, during a ceremony in the Capitol rotunda on Wednesday.

Trump, Congressional Leaders Honor Billy Graham In Rare Capitol Hill Tribute

Ahead of Friday's funeral in North Carolina, the evangelist is lying in honor at the Capitol rotunda through Thursday; it is just the fourth time a private citizen has been recognized in that way.

Young bodies may more easily rebound from long bouts of sitting, with just an hour at the gym. But research suggests physical recovery from binge TV-watching gets harder in our 50s and as we get older.

Get Off The Couch Baby Boomers, Or You May Not Be Able To Later

If you sit too much during middle age — at work and at home — your ability to exercise or even walk in late decades is at risk, a study hints. And, of course, your risk of heart disease climbs, too.

A worker piles boxes of strawberries inside the Ground Berries Association in northern Gaza. An unwritten deal between Israel and Hamas gives Gaza residents more access to jobs, trade and travel.

'Like A Prisoner Being Let Free': Israel-Hamas Truce Lends Hope To Gaza's Jobless

Even before President Trump's peace deal comes to light, an informal arrangement between Israeli and Hamas leaders eased some restrictions on travel and trade out of Gaza.

Um, Uh, Huh? Are These Words Clues To Understanding Human Language?

Tiny filler words in human rapid-fire conversation hold the key to understanding how language is unique, according to a new book. But anthropologist Barbara J. King raises some questions.

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