World Aug 24 Watch 5:20 Magnitude 6.2 earthquake destroys towns in central Italy, killing at least 159 The quake struck Italy in the middle of the night. A magnitude 6.2, it was felt across the country but devastated three towns in particular: Amatrice, Accumoli and Pescara. At least 159 are confirmed dead as rescuers continue to scour… By PBS NewsHour
Nation Dec 31 Obama, lawmakers see centennial as chance to spruce up parks WASHINGTON — Under President Dwight D. Eisenhower, the nation prepared for the 50th birthday of the National Park Service with a spending splurge that refurbished Independence Hall in Philadelphia and helped complete the Gateway Arch in St. Louis and the… By Kevin Freking, Associated Press