Friday, September 9, 2011

About Today: Find a September 11th Memorial Event Near You

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From Jen Hubley, your About Today Editor
It's hard to believe it's been ten years since the events of 9/11. In some ways, it feels like yesterday. In others, it seems like a thousand years ago.

How News Coverage Has Changed Since the Attacks
It's not an exaggeration to say that the whole country has changed since then. Everything we do was affected by the attacks. We travel differently, and think differently about security and safety. Even the way we read news has changed.
See More About:  broadcast news  newspapers  working in tv

Did 9/11 Change The Way We Build?
How much have things changed? Consider this: "Before September 11, 2001, building codes in the United States focused on structural stability and routine fire safety ... skyscrapers weren't required to provide enough escape routes for speedy evacuation of the entire building."

September 11th Memorial Events Across the Country
Most cities have memorial events planned for this weekend. Find the nearest one to you, here.

How to Talk to Your Child About September 11
Very young children weren't born yet when 9/11 took place, but that doesn't mean they can't be frightened by the thought of it. Here's how to explain what happened and help them to feel safe.
See More About:  september 11  child anxiety  child stress

 


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