U.S. victims of extremist violence in Israel allege that three of Qatar’s leading financial institutions have secretly funneled millions of dollars to Palestinian groups responsible for killing Americans, accusing a key U.S. ally in the Middle East of duplicity. More.
Lawsuits by U.S. victims accuse top Qatar banks and charity of financing terrorism in Israel
Sept. 11 charity to honor contributions of Greenwich man
The New Canaan-based Voices Center for Resilience, known as VOICES, will host its annual “Always Remember” Gala as a virtual event this year due to the pandemic. The fundraiser for the nearly 20-year-old nonprofit will be held online at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17. More.
Admin offered $700M to 9/11 victims to save Sudan deal
In a last-minute pitch to save President Donald Trump's deal with Sudan, the Trump administration offered to pay victims of the Sept. 11 attacks $700 million of U.S. funds to drop their pursuit of claims against the African country, according to two sources familiar with the negotiations. More.
DHS whistleblower testifies before House Intelligence Committee
A former senior Department of Homeland Security intelligence official who accused agency leaders of downplaying the threat of Russian election interference and white supremacist groups, appeared on Capitol Hill Friday to testify to lawmakers behind closed doors. More.
U.S. Clears For Release Longtime Guantánamo Inmate Never Charged With A Crime
In a rare development at the U.S. military court in Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, a so-called "forever prisoner" who has been held there for more than 18 years despite never being criminally charged has been cleared for release. More.
9 Things To Know Before Visiting The 9/11 Memorial & Museum
New York has long been among the most desirable cities to visit in the world. Travelers flock to the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, Broadway, and the Empire State Building. But in recent years, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum has joined the ranks of New York City’s most popular sights. More.
Author Lee Jean Heller’s new book “The Ladder: September 11, 2001” is a poignant memoir of her service as a first responder in the wake of the World Trade Center tragedy
Recent release “The Ladder: September 11, 2001” from Page Publishing author Lee Jean Heller is the compelling first-hand account of a dedicated Ohio EMT who answered the call to serve in the days and weeks following the devastating attack on New York City’s Twin Towers. More.
9/11 responders with underlying respiratory problems concerned as COVID-19 cases soar
We promised we'd never forget 9/11 and the brave men and women who responded to the tragedy. Now it's important to remember, they are one of the most vulnerable groups of people when it comes to COVID-19. Many of them are still living with respiratory illnesses after they were exposed to toxins at Ground Zero. More.