How St. Patrick’s Day became the raucous celebration Americans know
It was among Irish American communities that the day became the celebration it is, from its roots as a more solemn day with a ...
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‘An Unlikely Coalition’ Failed to Expand Rooftop Solar in Wyoming. Lawmakers Plan to Try Again
Far-right lawmakers, ranchers, businesses and the state’s environmentalists argued rooftop solar saves people money and ...
Violent tornado outbreak underway in South from storm that has killed at least 33
Severe storms and tornadoes are tearing through the South after deadly outbreak in the Midwest on Friday. Follow for live ...
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Socfinaf D/A Basic School wins Independence inter-district quiz
The Socfinaf D/A Basic School at Daboase in the Wassa East District of the Western Region has emerged winners of the tenth ...
LEFT DIRECTIONLESS: State policies for those directing their own disability care are hindering people's independence
This is part 1 of a 2-part series about the challenges of navigating self-directed services, a disability care model. Sam Silverman, a 23-year-old man who is autistic and has two chromosome disorders, ...
A visitor’s guide to the 2025 National Cherry Blossom Festival in D.C.
The National Cherry Blossom Festival is one of Washington’s most popular tourist attractions, drawing more than 1.5 million ...
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Women’s Economic Ventures Hosts Inspiring International Women’s Day Event Honoring Trailblazers and Women’s Economic Independence
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The story behind Evacuation Day, the holiday Boston officially recognizes on March 17
March 17 is officially observed as Evacuation Day in Boston, even though St. Patrick’s Day falls on the same date. Here's the history of the pivotal day in Massachusetts (and American) history.
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CONTRIBUTOR’S VIEW – Phil Williams: Good Speech, Bad Speech
I’m a fan of great speeches. Whether real or fictional, great speeches have the capacity for informing and identifying. A good speech causes words to go beyond being mere words. They become a clarion ...
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Greenland’s election winners push back against Trump’s wish to take control of the island
The right leaning Demokraatit Party won the most votes in Greenland’s parliamentary elections, a surprise result as the ...
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21 Gun Salute: The History and Meaning of a Military Tradition
The 21-gun salute is one of the highest military honors, performed for dignitaries, heads of state and fallen service members ...