Welcome to the mammalverse: Scientists sequence DNA from 240 species around the world Researchers have examined the genomes of 240 mammal species. The project reveals when mammals evolved, how some developed the ability to hibernate, and clues that may help explain humans’ brains. Read more on NPR

This ‘full spectrum’ doula helps with birth, miscarriage and abortion Since 2010, Vicki Bloom has worked with the Doula Project, a New York City-based collective that partners with clinics to support pregnant people — whether the result is childbirth or termination. Read more on NPR

Carolyn Bryant Donham, who accused Emmett Till before he was lynched, dies at age 88 The white woman who accused Black teenager Emmett Till of making improper advances before he was lynched in Mississippi in 1955 has died in hospice care in Louisiana, a coroner’s report shows. Read more on NPR

‘Pelé’ now officially means ‘exceptional,’ a Brazilian dictionary declares “Pelé” — the nickname of one of soccer’s greatest players — has long been used as a synonym for greatness. Now, a Brazilian dictionary is making that meaning official with a new entry. Read more on NPR

The U.S. unveils plan to discourage border crossings when pandemic restrictions lift The Biden administration’s efforts will include new immigration processing centers in Latin America and other measures to discourage illegal border crossings. Read more on NPR

‘We Are A Haunting’ is a stunningly original, beautiful novel of devotion Tyriek White’s debut novel is a triumph; it’s gorgeous book about loss and survival that gives and gives as it asks us what it means to be part of a family, of a community. Read more on NPR

Jerry Springer, talk show host and former Cincinnati mayor, dies at 79 Springer was best known for The Jerry Springer Show which featured guests – real people from around the country – revealing shocking, often sordid details of their lives. Read more on NPR

The suspected leaker of Pentagon documents is due back in federal court Federal prosecutors are urging that the defendant, Jack Teixeira, remain in jail pending trial. Teixeira is accused of illegally sharing classified information on a gaming site. Read more on NPR