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How Rami Malek channeled Freddie Mercury

Actor Rami Malek had to learn the piano before playing iconic singer Freddie Mercury in new biopic “Bohemian Rhapsody.” His bandmate co-stars were equally as inexperienced with their instruments before they were cast. (Oct. 22)

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Oregon Sikh temple welcomes imprisoned migrants

Asylum-seekers at the U.S.-Mexico border were detained for months in a federal prison in Oregon because of overcrowded immigration facilities. Now, they’re free on bond and are being helped by a Sikh temple in Salem, Oregon. (Oct. 22)

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Today in History for October 22nd

Highlights of this day in history: A Cold War crisis over Cuba leads to brink of nuclear war; Shah of Iran allowed into U.S. for treatment; ‘Pretty Boy’ Floyd killed; Last victim slain in D.C. sniper shootings; Cellist Pablo Casals dies. (Oct. 22)

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Today in History for October 21st

Highlights of this day in history: Thomas Edison perfects workable electric light; Anthrax scare claims first of two U.S. postal workers in Washington, DC; Britain wins Battle of Trafalgar; Actress and author Carrie Fisher born. (Oct. 21)

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Massachusetts transgender rights in jeopardy

A November ballot question in Massachusetts is the first-ever statewide referendum on a transgender rights law. Supporters worry a setback in one of the most LGBT-friendly states could setoff a cascade of repeal efforts across the country. (Oct. 19)