Hawaii’s Kailua Beach Park has been selected as the best stretch of sand for an annual list of top U.S. public beaches compiled by Florida International University Prof. Stephen Leatherman, also known as “Dr. Beach.” (May 23)
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Hawaii’s Kailua Beach tops 2019 ‘best beach’ list
Hawaii’s Kailua Beach Park has been selected as the best stretch of sand for an annual list of top U.S. public beaches compiled by Florida International University Prof. Stephen Leatherman, also known as “Dr. Beach.” (May 23)
Illegal killings endanger two wolves species
Illegal killings and political resistance have endangered two species of wolves despite more than $80 million in government spending. (May 23)
Today in History for May 23rd
Today in History for May 23rd
McDonald’s workers protest workplace violence
McDonald’s workers in Chicago say they feel unsafe at work after witnessing gunfire and other acts of violence inside their restaurants. They protested outside a South Side store on Wednesday. (May 22).
Abortion rights supporters protest in New Orleans
Abortion rights supporters protest in New Orleans as lawmakers move to make abortions illegal in Louisiana. (May 23)
Trump honors officers with Medal of Valor awards
Fourteen public safety officers were awarded the nation’s highest honor for bravery from President Donald Trump on Wednesday, including eight who responded to a mass shooting on Election Day 2016 in southern California. (May 22)
Mnuchin: $20 bill redesign with Tubman on hold
Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin said that a decision by his predecessor, Jacob Lew, to put African-American abolitionist leader Harriett Tubman on the $20 bill would be delayed and will not happen in 2020. (May 22)
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‘Aladdin’ cast breaking glass ceilings in Hollywood
“Aladdin” stars Naomi Scott and Mena Massoud talk about the movie’s inclusivity and say they’re enjoying Hollywood’s glass ceilings being broken. (May 20)
Adam Driver credits the military for the courage to act
Adam Driver, who is Tony nominated for his work in “Burn This,” credits his military service with providing him with enough courage to become an actor. Driver joined the Marines shortly after the 9/11 terror attacks. (May 22)
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