Columbus Day, Indigenous Peoples' Day: What to know about Monday holiday
The recognition of Columbus Day vs. Indigenous Peoples' Day highlights evolving perspectives on Native American contributions and historical narratives.
Eight Great Reads
Narratives about America pre-Columbus are evolving due to new research that challenges traditional views.
Exclusive | NYC Dem Justin Brannan ousted from City Council's Italian caucus over Columbus Day stance
Justin Brannan was removed from the Italian Caucus for supporting renaming Columbus Day, highlighting tensions in NYC over the holiday's representation.
Debates about Columbus' Spanish Jewish ancestry are not new the claim was once a bid for social acceptance
Columbus may have had Spanish Jewish ancestry, but he did not identify as Jewish and supported the expulsion of Jews from Spain.
Exclusive | Woke NY House members, including AOC, Jamaal Bowman, accused of spreading 'hate' by pushing to scrap Columbus Day
Some New York lawmakers are facing backlash for proposing to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day, highlighting tensions around heritage and recognition.
What is open and closed on Indigenous Peoples' Day 2024
Indigenous Peoples' Day acknowledges the contributions and legacy of Native peoples and is increasingly recognized over Columbus Day.
Columbus Day, Indigenous Peoples' Day: What to know about Monday holiday
The recognition of Columbus Day vs. Indigenous Peoples' Day highlights evolving perspectives on Native American contributions and historical narratives.
Eight Great Reads
Narratives about America pre-Columbus are evolving due to new research that challenges traditional views.
Exclusive | NYC Dem Justin Brannan ousted from City Council's Italian caucus over Columbus Day stance
Justin Brannan was removed from the Italian Caucus for supporting renaming Columbus Day, highlighting tensions in NYC over the holiday's representation.
Debates about Columbus' Spanish Jewish ancestry are not new the claim was once a bid for social acceptance
Columbus may have had Spanish Jewish ancestry, but he did not identify as Jewish and supported the expulsion of Jews from Spain.
Exclusive | Woke NY House members, including AOC, Jamaal Bowman, accused of spreading 'hate' by pushing to scrap Columbus Day
Some New York lawmakers are facing backlash for proposing to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day, highlighting tensions around heritage and recognition.
What is open and closed on Indigenous Peoples' Day 2024
Indigenous Peoples' Day acknowledges the contributions and legacy of Native peoples and is increasingly recognized over Columbus Day.
Yom Kippur profoundly unites the Jewish community through ceasing daily activities for solemn reflection.
Brooklyn's Columbus Day Parade marches through Bensonhurst
The Columbus Day Parade in Brooklyn now celebrates diverse cultures, evolving from its Italian-American roots into a community event for all backgrounds.
October 11: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY
Yom Kippur profoundly unites the Jewish community through ceasing daily activities for solemn reflection.
Brooklyn's Columbus Day Parade marches through Bensonhurst
The Columbus Day Parade in Brooklyn now celebrates diverse cultures, evolving from its Italian-American roots into a community event for all backgrounds.
Both reports emphasize significant historical events: Columbus Day celebrations in 1892 and hurricane aftermath in Key West in 1909, showcasing civic pride and resilience.
What's open, closed on Columbus Day in Miami-Dade and Broward? Here's what we know
Columbus Day in 2024 sees a mix of closures and open businesses, affecting federal offices and banks.
Malls remain open during Columbus Day in Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
Columbus who? Decolonizing the calendar in Latin America
Latin America celebrates independence while grappling with colonial legacies and historical tensions, particularly around Columbus Day.
How Latin American holidays shifted away from colonial legacies
Independence celebrations in Latin America reflect both patriotism and unresolved colonial legacies, with Columbus Day further amplifying these tensions.
Columbus who? Decolonizing the calendar in Latin America
Latin America celebrates independence while grappling with colonial legacies and historical tensions, particularly around Columbus Day.
How Latin American holidays shifted away from colonial legacies
Independence celebrations in Latin America reflect both patriotism and unresolved colonial legacies, with Columbus Day further amplifying these tensions.
Edgar A. Poe's life was filled with challenges, embodying the struggle of a talented writer, ultimately culminating in his untimely death in Baltimore.
September 23: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY
Columbus Day was officially established by President Roosevelt in 1937, inviting Americans to celebrate the day.
Stamford residents on mission to get Columbus Day and Veterans Day reinstated as days off from school
Stamford, CT residents are protesting the removal of Columbus Day and Veterans Day as days off for students.
The school board eliminated the holidays to reduce the number of school days in June, not due to controversy surrounding Columbus.
Connecticut school district facing backlash after stripping Veterans Day, Columbus Day from holiday calendar
A school district in Connecticut voted to remove Veterans Day and Columbus Day from its official holiday calendar.
The decision received backlash from veterans and Italian-Americans.