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Today in History - May 14

Today in History - May 14

On May 14, 1607, English settlers, arriving under the authority of the Virginia Company of London chartered by King James I, established the first permanent English settlement in North America at a place they named Jamestown, Virginia.  Continue reading.

On Mother's Day, May 14, 1961, an interracial group of Freedom Riders riding buses through the South was attacked and firebombed by an angry white mob outside of Anniston, Alabama.  Continue reading.

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Poetry 180: Poem 165 - "The Rider"

Poem 165 - "The Rider"

A poem by Naomi Shihab Nye from the Library's Poetry 180 Project.

 

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European Union-Malta: EU Court Rules Malta’s “Golden Visa” Is Contrary to EU Law

05/14/2025 10:05 AM EDT

On April 29, 2025, the Court of Justice of the European Union held that a Maltese investor citizenship program is contrary to EU law. The “golden visa” program allows individuals to obtain Maltese citizenship by making, among other things, predetermined payments and investments in Malta, an EU member state.The court argued that even though granting …

 

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Law Library: News & Events: Join us on Tuesday, May 20, for a Lunch and Learn Webinar at 1:00 PM EDT

Join us on Tuesday, May 20, at 1:00 PM EDT for a Lunch and Learn Webinar on an Overview of Public International Law. Our Lunch and Learn Webinar Series takes a deep dive into the Law Library's collections and other legal research subjects, exploring topics such as rare materials in our collection and the United States Serial Set, among many others.

This webinar introduces the five sources of international law, as defined by Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice and the Restatement 3d: Foreign Relations Law of the United States. Both of these are considered prominent authorities on the creation and evolution of public international law. The presentation introduces and explains many of the resources featured in the recently updated research guide from the Law Library of Congress, "Public International Law: A Beginner's Guide." We hope you will join us for this interesting webinar! 

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Congress.gov: House Floor Today Update

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2240) to require the Attorney General to develop reports relating to violent attacks against law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2243) to amend title 18, United States Code, to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2255) to allow Federal law enforcement officers to purchase retired service weapons, and for other purposes. (05/14/2025 legislative day)
Poetry & Literature: News & Events: Mary Oliver Memorial Reading on Thursday, May 29th

Graphic with images of Mary Oliver and participants in the May 29th Annual Reaxding

Mary Oliver Memorial Reading on Thursday, May 29th

For the second annual reading, highlighting emerging poets writing on the natural world, bestselling poet and writer Aimee Nezhukumatathil will read with emerging poets Ariana Benson and Robin Walter. A moderated discussion and book signing will follow.

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Congress.gov: House Floor Today Update

LEOSA Reform Act (05/14/2025 legislative day)