Warning: Today’s Bwoglines cover a case of sexual assault.  Happening in the world: Saudi Arabia recently announced that Princess Rima bint Bandar al-Saud will be its next ambassador to the United States. This is the first time a woman has held the position. (BBC) Happening in the US: R. Kelly’s bond has been set at $1 million following […]

Happening in the World: The Hayabusa2 Spacecraft (previously known as the hopping space boy in this bwogline!) has successfully retrieved a sample from the asteroid Ryugu. In order to collect a sample, Hayabusa2 fired a .2 ounce bullet tantalum “bullet” into the asteroid, kicking up dust. It then used its “sampling horn” to funnel the […]

It’s many people’s third favorite day of the week! Here’s the lowdown.

Tune into your daily news this fine Monday morning. Read more for information on Homeshake’s new album, Helium.

Happening in the world: Droves of Catalan separatists marched in Barcelona on Saturday in support of 12 of their leaders on trial. Some of these leaders are facing up to 25 years in prison if convicted. (BBC) Happening in the US: State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert recently withdrew from consideration for the position of U.S. Ambassador to the […]

Happening in the World: Thirteen same-sex couples in Japan have filed a lawsuit in Japan, alleging that the country’s rejection of same-sex marriages violates their constitutional rights.

It’s the day after Valentines Day, which means all of the cheap chocolates at Morton Williams are going on sale — stock up while you can. While you’re waiting in the Mo’ Willy’s line with your discount treats, catch up on some news about Amazon’s HQ2, iceberg theft, the terrifying world of cryptocurrency, and more.

Happy Valentine’s Day! Here, have some news about sperm, ambulance sirens, and polar bear invasions. You’re welcome.

Happening in the World: Joaquín Guzmán Loera, more commonly known as El Chapo, was convicted on Tuesday for his infamous drug cartel, fraught with corruption and violence. El Chapo was charged with 10 guilty verdicts on all 10 counts of the indictment and now faces life in prison. The three-month trial in New York was “so […]

It’s everyone’s fourth favorite day of the week! Here’s what you gotta know. 

Happening in the World: Millions are gathering in Central Iran to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the 1979 Iranian Revolution, the toppling of the US-backed Shah Reza Pahlavi monarchy into an establishment of an Islamic republic. The celebrations are coming about heightened tensions with the United States, of which, in 2018, withdrew from the 2015 […]

Happening in the world: A yellow vest protester was severely injured in Paris, France, after a tear gas grenade exploded in his hand. The yellow vest protests, now entering their thirteenth consecutive week, started as protesting high gas prices in rural areas and are transitioning to general protests against incumbent president Emmanuel Macron. (NPR)

Happening in the World: One would think a world map would include all countries on Earth, but New Zealand seems to elude mapmakers across the globe. Ikea had to apologize when a Redditor posted a picture from a Washington, D.C Ikea, where they noticed the BJÖRKSTA world map did not include New Zealand. Fortunately (and […]

Happening in the World: The Canadian diplomats to Cuba are suing the Canadian government for their inaction over an apparent epidemic known as Havana Syndrome. The government has insinuated that the symptoms, characterized as memory loss, dizziness, nausea, and headaches, could be psychosomatic. The real question is: would you rather a vacation with Havana Syndrome or an […]