Category: Image Spotlight
Milwaukee residents rally in outrage over Trump’s humiliation of Zelenskyy and betrayal of Ukraine
Ukrainians in Milwaukee and around the world have been rallying around President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the aftermath of the ambush he suffered at the White House, when Donald Trump and JD Vance used the meeting to publicly humiliate the wartime leader and promote Russian lies.
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Milwaukee stands with Ukraine: Rally marks 3rd year of full-scale invasion and condemns Trump’s betrayal
A wave of blue-and-yellow flags filled the air along East Wisconsin Avenue on February 23, as hundreds of Milwaukee residents gathered to mark the somber third anniversary of Russia’s brutal and unprovoked full-scale invasion of Ukraine. With a firm stance supporting a free and sovereign Ukraine, participants urged unwavering U.S. support.
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David Crowley: A look at the County Executive’s final week before graduating from UWM in photos
During the week leading up to Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley’s graduation from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, “Milwaukee Independent” documented Crowley’s intense balancing act, capturing moments that blended the responsibilities of public office with the pressures of completing a college degree.
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Korean Landmarks: A visual tour of heritage sites from the Silla and Joseon Dynasties
The Republic of Korea, known for its modern advancements in technology and popular culture, is equally celebrated for its deep-rooted heritage and rich historical sites that date back millennia. The capital of Seoul serves as the epicenter of a cultural intersection, where traditional Korean values and contemporary progress blend together.
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The Korean Demilitarized Zone: A border between peace and war that also cuts across hearts and history
The Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) is a multi-layered border region between North and South Korea, designed to prevent direct military confrontation while preserving a buffer zone of separation between the two countries. After more than 70 years it is still one of the most heavily fortified and tension-filled borders in the world.
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Milwaukee’s Mansion: Critical restoration needed to save landmark Pabst Home from deterioration
Known as “Milwaukee’s Mansion,” the home of Captain Frederick Pabst is one of the Brew City’s most iconic landmarks. It also faces another pivotal moment in its more than 130-year history. The Pabst, Present, & Future campaign aims to restore and preserve the iconic building for generations to come.
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