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Coloring STL

11 months ago

St. Louis is a kaleidoscope of architecture, filled with structures of every age, shape and size. In Coloring STL, Missouri History Museum visitors will interact with these fascinating buildings in […]

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This Day in History on August 6: The Bombing of Hiroshima

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August 6th has been a day marked by profound events that have shaped the course of history across various fields and nations. 1945: The Bombing of Hiroshima The most impactful event on this day took place during World War II. On August 6, 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on the Japanese city of Hiroshima. This momentous event not only led to the end of World War II but also ushered in the nuclear age, changing global politics and warfare forever. The bomb, nicknamed 'Little Boy,' resulted in immense destruction and loss of life, with immediate deaths estimated at 80,000 and many more succumbing to radiation exposure in the subsequent years. 1962: Jamaica Gains Independence On August 6, 1962, Jamaica celebrated its independence from the United Kingdom. This significant event marked the end of over 300 years of British colonial rule. Jamaica’s journey to independence was a significant milestone in the decolonization movement that swept across the globe in

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Kamala Harris picks Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate

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Vice President Kamala Harris selected Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate Tuesday in a move meant to boost the Democratic ticket’s appeal in key Midwestern states and with blue-collar voters. Walz, a former social studies teacher and Army National Guard veteran who won challenging elections in a rural U.S. House district before running […]
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Missouri state auditor coming to St. Louis in response to 'mounting requests' to audit Saint Louis Public Schools

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Saint Louis Public Schools students will return to class exactly two weeks from Monday, as the district deals with multiple issues, from leadership concerns to transportation troubles. Local leaders are also calling for a state audit of the district. In response, Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick will hold a press conference Aug. 8 at 1 p.m. In a news advisory, his office said, "...To respond to the mounting requests to audit the St. Louis Public School District. (Scott) Fitzpatrick will…
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