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Day Fresh Tour

Explore STL
11 months 2 weeks ago

The most popular tour at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery in St. Louis explains the life of an Anheuser-Busch beer from seed to glass. Along the way, you’ll visit the Clydesdales Paddock […]

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ProPublica Hires Chris Alcantara as a Graphics Editor

ProPublica
11 months 2 weeks ago

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ProPublica announced on Tuesday that Chris Alcantara has joined the graphics team as a graphics editor. In this role, Alcantara will develop, design and build charts, maps, data visualizations and visual stories.

Alcantara comes to ProPublica from The Washington Post, where he was a graphics reporter for almost 10 years and published ambitious data visualizations and interactives that covered a range of national and world news. He also built reporting tools and programs that helped collect and analyze data, as well as led production of data pipelines for the U.S. presidential and midterm elections and the Olympic Games.

Before the Post, Alcantara was an interactive news developer at the Miami Herald, where he created interactive stories and data-driven graphics, as part of a three-person visuals team, and contributed data reporting to the newspaper’s investigations team.

“I couldn’t be more excited to welcome Chris to the graphics team,” said Lena Groeger, graphics director. “Chris brings over a decade of experience creating data visualizations that clarify complex topics and reveal important findings through visual storytelling. We can’t wait to get started.”

“ProPublica does valuable work,” Alcantara said, “and I’m grateful for the opportunity to join the team and eager to contribute visual storytelling to the newsroom’s investigations.”

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Hidden Gems: Discovering The Best Picnic Spots in Your Local Area

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11 months 2 weeks ago
Did you know that spending just 30 minutes outdoors can significantly boost your mood and cognitive function? Yet, many of us overlook the simple joy of a well-planned picnic, often confined to familiar parks or backyards. What if your local area holds untapped picnic spots that combine serene landscapes, practical amenities, and a touch of adventure? This article explores some of the best picnic destinations nearby, offering you fresh ideas to elevate your next outdoor meal. Urban Oasis: Parks That Blend Nature with Convenience In many cities, sprawling parks serve as green lungs amidst the urban hustle. These spaces are ideal for picnics because they balance natural beauty with accessibility. Practical tip: Arrive early on weekends to secure a prime spot, especially near water features or under large trees. Bring insect repellent and a portable blanket to expand your seating options if tables are occupied. Natural Retreats: Forests and Nature Reserves for Immersive Experiences

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This Day in History on July 8: First Message Sent Over ARPANET, Paving Way for Modern Internet

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11 months 2 weeks ago
July 8 has been a day marked by transformative events that have shaped the course of history across the globe. Arguably the most influential event associated with July 8 is the launch of the first message over the ARPANET in 1969. This event is often hailed as the birth of the Internet, an innovation that has revolutionized the way we communicate, access information, and conduct business. On this day, scientists at UCLA sent the first message to a computer at the Stanford Research Institute, marking the beginning of what would become a global network connecting billions of people. The initial message was intended to be the word ‘LOGIN,’ but the system crashed after transmitting the first two letters, 'L' and 'O.' Yet, this humble beginning paved the way for the digital age, fundamentally altering society in unprecedented ways. Moving further back in history, July 8, 1497, saw Vasco da Gama set sail from Lisbon, Portugal, on his first voyage to India. This expedition was

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