Russian strike kills 96-year-old Holocaust survivor in Ukraine
Source: CNN
Learn about the devastating loss of Borys Romanchenko: Holocaust survivor, grandfather, and dedicated member of the community.
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Sumaya Sadurni: photojournalist and ‘rock’n’roll Mother Teresa’ dies at 32
Source: The Guardian
Learn about the inspiring life and legacy of this gifted, compassionate photographer.
Biden administration will extend immigration relief to Ukrainians in the US
Source: CNN
Read about how new legislation impacts Ukrainian immigrants living in the US.
16-Year-Old Chess Prodigy Defeats World Champion Magnus Carlsen
Source: NY Times
Read about how a teenage chess wiz takes down a record-holding world champion.
Jessie Diggins wins first-ever U.S. Olympic medal in cross-country sprint
Source: NPR
Meet Jessie Diggins, the American skier that made history at the 2022 Winter Olympics.
US Black business ownership sees rise thanks to women, study finds
Source: The Guardian
Find out how Black women are the fastest growing group of business owners amidst a global pandemic.
Yu & Me Books: Lucy Yu’s Chinatown Bookstore Focuses On Immigrant Stories
Source: CBS New York
This New York bookstore fills its shelves with immigrant voices.
As climate worsens, environmentalists also grapple with the mental toll of activism
Source: NPR
Environmental activism is hugely important, but so is mental health. Learn how a courageous new wave of activists reconcile the two.
Afghan women: Secret diaries of changing lives
Source: BBC
These Afghan women show strength and resolve as they withstand the frightening realities of Taliban occupation.
Students Use the Los Angeles Marathon as a Way to Keep Going
Source: NY Times
Learn why middle school and high school students in LA embrace marathon running.