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Today in labor history: Irish launch “Easter Rising”
April 24, 2013The Irish Republican Brotherhood launched the "Easter Rebellion," an armed uprising against oppressive British rule.
Read moreRest in peace, Richie Havens
April 24, 2013By the time Havens opened the legendary Woodstock concert of 1968, he was a major player in the counter-culture firmament.
Read moreRightist wins Paraguay presidency, Left advances in Congress
April 24, 2013Paraguayans are now wondering what kind of president Horacio Cartes will turn out to be.
Read moreToday in labor history: Devastating Oklahoma City bombing
April 19, 2013The Oklahoma explosion (caused by a detonated truck bomb) took 168 lives including 19 children, and injured 680 people.
Read moreToday in labor history: Superman, hero of downtrodden, is born
April 18, 2013Today marks the 75th anniversary of Superman's first appearance in DC's Action Comics No. 1, published April 18, 1938.
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