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Maui’s cultural landmarks burned, but all is not lost
Following recent fires in Maui, officials and preservation experts are planning cleanup efforts while attempting to salvage and document cultural artifacts. Cleanup process: The fires severely damaged buildings and landmarks in the tourist town of Lahaina, a national historic district with structures dating back 150 years. * In response to the destruction, cleanup efforts are […]
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A mother of 3 was struggling at the airport. Then the ‘mom tribe’ swung into action
A woman recalls a stranger’s act of kindness that made a significant difference during a difficult solo trip with her three young children. Event Background: Some years ago, Adrianne Drazin was travelling by plane on her own with her three children, ages 4, 2, and 3 months, to meet her husband. * Post-flight, Drazin was […]
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These interns took selfies with all 100 senators. Here’s what they discovered
Eight interns from Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski’s office have taken selfies with all 100 senators over a three-week period. Interns’ challenge: The interns managed to find and take a selfie with each of the senators within three weeks. * Two of the interns, Lillian Yang and Claire Moreland, shared their experiences in an interview with […]
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Cell phone photos and some metadata. A son’s search for his mother in Maui
Jason Musgrove is using cell phone photos and metadata in his search for his mother, Linda Vaikeli, who is missing following a historic wildfire in Maui. Event overview: After a catastrophic wildfire on the island of Maui, Jason Musgrove is in a desperate search for his mother, Linda Vaikeli, with the last clue being four […]
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Government’s own experts found ‘barbaric’ and ‘negligent’ conditions in ICE detention
Over 1,600 pages of previously undisclosed inspection reports reveal negligent medical care and inhumane conditions in US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers. Revealing the findings: The reports were written by experts employed by the Department of Homeland Security’s Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties between 2017 and 2019. They describe deplorable conditions […]
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North Korea says a U.S soldier crossed its border because of the racism in America
A U.S. soldier, Travis King, fled to North Korea last month citing racism and abuse within the U.S. military according to North Korean statement. The key details: North Korea’s official news agency, KCNA, stated King admitted to illegally entering North Korea, driven by “inhuman maltreatment and racial discrimination within the U.S. Army”. * King was […]
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In video, Rep. Ronny Jackson yells profanities at Texas trooper, is put on ground
Recent video footage reveals Rep. Ronny Jackson engaged in a verbal altercation with Texas troopers at a rodeo event, during which he allegedly ignored orders from emergency responders. The incident: In the late hours on July 29, at a rodeo event, Rep. Jackson voiced his disagreement with police officers as a 15-year-old girl was being […]
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The Taliban is going after Afghans who studied in the U.S. with Fulbright
The Taliban is now targeting Afghans who studied in the U.S. under the Fulbright program, forcing many into hiding. Driving the News: Dozens of Fulbright program participants are hiding in Afghanistan as the Taliban increases their pursuit of individuals educated in the U.S. * These individuals are attempting to leave the country as they face […]
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A comedian released this parody Eurodance song — and ignited an internet storm
Brooklyn-based comedian Kyle Gordon sparks an internet frenzy with parody Eurodance song “Planet of the Bass.” The story: The song – featuring the persona of “DJ Crazy Times” – was released on social media, quickly amassing 110 million views and over 320,000 likes. * The viral sensation has seen three versions released, each with a […]
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Pacific Northwest heat wave could break temperature records through Thursday
The Pacific Northwest and the northern Rocky Mountains are expecting a dangerous heat wave this week that may break existing temperature records. Heat Advisory: The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued warnings and advisories for triple-digit temperatures in parts of Washington, Idaho, Oregon, Montana, and Northern California. * The NWS warns that the extreme heat, […]