How rural areas like Florida’s Panhandle can become more hurricane-ready
Source: The Conversation
With hurricane season well under way, communities proactively plan in hopes of minimizing damage.
Current Events
Brazilian protesters rail against Bolsonaro as Amazon fires rage on
Source: The Guardian
Thousands of protestors in Brazil and across the globe are protesting the Brazilian president’s environmental policies, which they save have increased the number of fires in the Amazon rainforest.
The Teenager Schooling World Leaders on Climate Change
Source: Great Big Story
Greta Thunberg has inspired young people worldwide to take action for a better future. Watch the video to learn more about how she is impacting the world in her fight against climate change.
Thousands Left Homeless in Bangladeshi Capital after Fire Burns Hundreds of Shanties
Source: NPR
Thousands of citizens living in poverty are left homeless after a fire burns hundreds of shanties in Bangladesh.
An 11-year-old’s response to the El Paso shooting: One act of kindness for each victim
Source: Washington Post
An eleven-year-old sees an opportunity to inspire to acts of kindness following the recent El Paso shooting.
Protests in Hong Kong Continue, Remain Peaceful Throughout the Weekend
Source: NPR
Protests in Hong Kong continue into the 11th straight week. Read the latest on their development.
China accuses Hong Kong protesters of committing ‘evil and criminal acts’
Source: CNN
Hong Kong is a region that operates independently from mainland China. In recent weeks, its citiizens have been protesting a bill that would allow extradition from the region to China. As response from police has become more severe, so have protestors’ demands.
Alaska Native Girl Leads Animated Kids TV Show in US First
Source: AP News
PBS has debuted the nation’s first-ever children’s series featuring indigenous leads. Finally, Alaskan natives are able to see themselves through the character “Molly of Denali.”
Apollo 11 tribute features stunning projections onto Washington Monument
Source: WTOP News
Watch a video of a tribute celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. The Washington Monument transforms into a movie screen depicting various stages of the mission.
How Two Big Earthquakes Triggered 16,000 More in Southern California
Source: The New York Times
How can large earthquakes set off many smaller ones? Read on to learn more about the aftereffects of earthquakes.