<p>New data shows one in 10 same-sex couples living together is not married. Miami Herald urban life writer and blogger James Barnett thinks he knows why. Guest: James Burnett, Urban Affairs reporter and blogger for the Miami Herald</p>


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A Ukrainian folk band for the 21st century

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Music

From village songs to modern stages, Yagódy redefines Ukrainian folk music

In India, whimsical cars are public health intervention

A man wearing a white outfit is standing next to a vintage car designed to resemble a swan, with ornate decorations and a snake ornament on the fender. The background features other brightly colored, uniquely designed vehicles.

Raising a glass to global wine

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Out of Eden Walk

Out of Eden Walk: Raising a glass to global wine

The Mexican 'underground railroad'

A stage performance with two people, one standing on an elevated platform with DJ equipment surrounded by vibrant purple spotlights, and another seated at a piano below, illuminated by similar lights, with a disco ball overhead adding to the atmospheric setting.

‘Mexodus’ musical introduces audiences to a different Underground Railroad for people fleeing slavery

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UK officials looking to do away with some jury trials

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India's mechanical pachyderms replacing the real thing

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Mechanical elephants replace real ones for ceremonies in South India

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The future of Burkina Faso’s democracy is in question 

Four years since Bucha massacre

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Four years since Ukrainian forces liberated the city of Bucha

An Azerbaijani city rises from ruins

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An Italian city takes on sub-par pasta

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USS Gerald R. Ford arrives in Croatia for repairs as US prepares for ground war in Iran

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US-Israel-Iran War

US Navy’s most advanced aircraft carrier arrives in Croatia for repairs as ground troops move to the Persian Gulf

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