disasters
Searing indictment delivered of U.S. colonialism in Puerto Rico
November 14, 2018Puerto Ricans and supporters described the disastrous inequities suffered by the people of Puerto Rico as a result of the colonial relationship with the United States.
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California wildfire pushes toward Malibu, Pacific Ocean
November 9, 2018The fire rapidly climbed into the Santa Monica Mountains and raced toward the coast. “The perimeter is now the Pacific Ocean."
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Twelve dead in yet another mass shooting
November 8, 2018Using a smoke bomb and a handgun, a hooded Marine combat veteran dressed all in black opened fire during college night at a country music bar in Southern California.
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The quiet Pittsburgh morning that was shattered by hate
November 1, 2018Candles and handmade signs of love and anger gave voice to heartfelt sorrow and outrage.
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Scab worker causes NYC’s Malbone subway disaster 100 years ago today
November 1, 2018One hundred years ago, on November 1, 1918, the worst subway accident in the history of New York City took place: the Malbone Street Wreck.
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