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U.N. officials warn Brazil that increased ethanol production may lead to erosion of the Amazon rain forest.

An estimated 100 children are left stranded after 300 women are detained during an immigration raid in Massachusetts.

Congress debates over immigration reform this week. (via Metafilter)

Julieta Venegas releases her autobiography: De Mis Pasos. Conversaciones con Julieta Venegas – now in bookstores.

Marvel Comics kills off superhero Captain America. (via Oh No They Didn't)

Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five become the first hip hop act to enter the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.