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Business owner Zainabou Thiam, left, and a friend model waist beads and bracelets sold by Sunu Body. (Photo courtesy of Sunu Body)

Sunu Body Offers Authentic West African Skincare and Jewelry

The teen-run online boutique carries waist beads, bath products and other items handmade by artisans in Senegal.

Lauren Clem,

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'To Kill A Mockingbird' Delivers an Approachable Classic That Remains Relevant Today

The touring production is at PPAC through Sunday, Feb. 11.

Lauren Clem,

Orisirisi Pepper Sauce Adds the Spice of Life to Every Meal and Snack

Add a dash to everything from marinades, stews, chili and tacos to dips and cocktails for a burst of flavor.

Jamie Coelho,

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A Former Newport Service Shop Gains New Life as a Contemporary Art Gallery

Jamestown ceramicist Susie Matthews first opened Overlap Gallery last February.

Dana Rae Laverty,

New Movie Starring Jamie Lee Curtis Slated to Start Filming in Providence This Week

Directed by TV and Film Icon James L. Brooks, 'Ella McCay' also stars Woody Harrelson, 'Barbie' star Emma Mackey and more big names in Hollywood.

Tabitha Pereira,

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Cumberland History Teacher's New Book Pays Tribute to the PawSox

Andy Tuetken's book preserves the iconic player murals from McCoy Stadium that will be auctioned off at a Cranston auction house in March.

Lauren Clem,

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10 Questions with Marta Martínez

The executive director of Rhode Island Latino Arts shares the true story behind La Broa’ (Broad Street), Trinity Rep’s latest production

Lauren Clem,

Ain't Too Proud Takes Audience on a Trip Back in Time

The musical tells the story of the rise of the Motown group the Temptations from the streets of Detroit to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Jamie Coelho,

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English Class: Study Up on the New PC Basketball Coach Ahead of the Next Game

Kim English, the new Providence College men's basketball coach, turned in his NBA dreams for a life of coaching Big East college basketball, and now he's courting Friartown just by being himself.

Mike Stanton,

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RI-Based Film Starring Josh Peck, Sophia Bush and More is Finally Coming to a Screen Near You

'Junction' follows America’s current opioid crisis from three different points of view.

Kaitlyn Murray,

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Get Your Pie From the Robot Guy at Antonio's Pizza

The newest addition to the crews at Antonio's Pizza locations in Newport and Wakefield isn't your average server.

Olivia Barone,

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RISD MLK Lecture Series Returns with Stacked Panel of Scholars

The Rhode Island School of Design is hosting its annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Series keynote event on Wednesday, January 17, at 6 p.m. in the RISD Auditorium in Providence.

Kaitlyn Murray,

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A Chance Stop in the Ocean State Leads to Pawtucket’s Newest Bake Shop

Owned by a couple hailing from Brooklyn, watUlike is slated to open in late January/early February.

Dana Rae Laverty,

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Q&A: URI Oceanography Dean Talks Climate Change, the Blue Economy and UFOs

Get to know Paula Bontempi, the dean of the University of Rhode Island's Graduate School of Oceanography, on a deeper level.

Lauren Clem,

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10 Things You Didn't Know About Rhode Island Hockey

Think you know local hockey? Test your skills with this primer — no pesky skates required.

Al Daniel,

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Wanderlust: Exploring Encore Boston

What feels like a trip to Las Vegas but is only an hour's drive away?

Jamie Coelho,

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