As genetics, psychology, and neuroscience ascended, the twentieth century sent physiognomy back into disrepute, and today, from Lavater to Lombroso, its promoters may seem a racist shade of quaint.
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Cal Revely-Calder,
New Yorker,
29 June 2026
Kate ascended over 10,000 feet in the three climbs, according to the palace.
The New York Knicks, led by star point guard Jalen Brunson, look to extend their lead to 3-0 against the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night and effectively put the championship series to bed (In the history of the NBA Finals, no team has ever surmounted a 3-0 comeback).
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Jack Dunn,
Variety,
9 June 2026
At the center of it all, perfectly aligned with the flags, columns, architraves, and pediments, was the engrossed Declaration in its altar, surmounted by a bronze eagle.
The two daredevils who scaled the spire of the Empire State Building while the world watched have been grounded by the New York Police Department and are now the targets of a criminal investigation.
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Corky Siemaszko,
NBC news,
3 July 2026
The couple of daredevils who scaled the Empire State Building in New York City were released from custody under supervision after a court appearance on July 2, prosecutors said.
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