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  • replica of Columbus ’ ship Nina (AP Images)

    Columbus Day Celebrates Explorer, Italian Heritage

    Columbus Day is the annual U.S. commemoration of explorer Christopher
    Columbus' landing in the New World on October 12, 1492. In many U.S.
    cities, the holiday also celebrates Italian-American cultural heritage.
    Above is a replica of Columbus' ship Nina.

On The Record

Quote BeginningWe all should know that diversity makes for a rich tapestry, and we must understand that all the threads of the tapestry are equal in value no matter their color; equal in importance no matter their texture.End Quote

Poet Maya Angelou

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    Diversity Visa Lottery Is Open Until December 1

    The Diversity Visa Lottery is open from October 2 to December 1. Applicants are urged not to wait until the last minute to apply, because excess demand on the lottery Web site may cause delays as the deadline nears.

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  • Actress America Ferrera

    Hispanics are the nation's largest and fastest-growing minority. Each year their contributions to U.S. history and culture are honored during Hispanic Heritage Month September 15-October 15.

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  • Asdru Sierra
    Ozomatli: Diversity Rocks During African Tour

    Seven Los Angeles musicians in the group Ozomatli, named after the Aztec god of music and dance, play their blend of rock, hip-hop, jazz, reggae, cumbia and salsa in South Africa and Madagascar.