Pittsburgh responds to New Zealand massacre

By Neena Hagen, Senior Staff Writer • March 26, 2019

Fawwaz Haq, executive director of the Islamic Center of Pittsburgh, or ICP, an Islamic educational and community outreach organization based in Oakland, said only the outpouring of support from Pittsburgh’s community could mitigate the pain of such a tragedy.

Vigil honors victims of New Zealand shooting

By Maggie Young, Senior Staff Writer • March 25, 2019

Hundreds of Pittsburghers gathered Sunday for “Rehumanize: A Vigil for Muslims in New Zealand” to honor the victims of the Christchurch shootings, which occurred on March 16.

Editorial: Rise in white nationalism fed by politicians

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • March 17, 2019

In wake of the mass shooting in Christchurch, New Zealand, on Friday, we’ve seen that such blatant refusals to admit the gravity of white supremacy and racism have a wider effect than just the United States alone.

Editorial: 60 Minutes’ sexist interview with New Zealand PM

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • February 28, 2018

President Donald Trump is known for his off-the-cuff remarks in speeches and interviews, but it’s highly unlikely we’ll ever see the day when laundry or his baby’s birth is the topic up for discussion....