First Look Columbus Day dispute: A once-removed statue reappears in Rhode Island A Christopher Columbus statue was relocated to Johnston, Rhode Island, after removal from the state’s capital three years ago. Critics say it celebrates genocide, while Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr. argues it celebrates Italian heritage and history. | View caption Hide caption |…
LAHAINA, Hawaii — Audio of 911 calls from a deadly August wildfire released late Thursday by Maui County authorities reveals a terrifying and chaotic scene as the inferno swept through the historic town of Lahaina and people desperately tried to escape burning homes and flames licking at cars in gridlocked traffic. The 911 calls were released to…
First Look Germany steps up deportations as migration pressure increases German lawmakers have drawn up legislation to ease deportations. Political pressure is rising on the country’s governing coalition, which fared poorly in two state elections on Sunday in part because of the migration issue. | View caption Hide caption | The German government has drawn…
Responsibility Society Banning books: Protecting kids or erasing humanity? | View caption Hide caption Amid battles over what kids may read in schools, Banned Books Week highlights books as an essential tool for educators to teach empathy and create informed citizens. Parents rights groups argue that children do better when parents also have a say…