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Takeaways From Latest Jan. 6 Hearing: Election Officials Felt Trump’s Pressure

June 23, 2022

Emotions ran high on Tuesday's Jan. 6 hearing, with testimonies from officials in battleground states recalling how they were attacked by Donald Trump and his supporters during the former President's attempts to overturn the 2020 election results.

Simone Biles, Other Victims Of Larry Nassar To File $1 Billion In Claims Against FBI

June 9, 2022

The more than 90 women who were sexually abused by former USA Gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar have filed claims up to $1 billion dollars against the FBI for failing to stop the doctor when the agency first received allegations against him, their attorneys said Wednesday.

Four Killed In Tulsa Hospital Shooting As Senate Has “Framework” For Gun Legislation

June 2, 2022

Four people were killed and 10 were injured as a gunman opened fire at Saint Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma Wednesday, authorities reported. The unidentified gunman is also dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The massacre comes a Memorial Day weekend that saw 14 total mass shootings.

Following Uvalde Shooting That Left 19 Children Dead, Calls For Stricter Gun Laws Intensify

May 26, 2022

Following the Robb Elementary School shooting — where 19 children and two teachers were shot by 18-year-old Salvador Ramos — cries for gun reform have sprung up across the country. In Texas, where gun laws are laxed, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Beto O'Rourke yelled at Gov. Greg Abbott during a press conference, saying he's "doing nothing."

Retail Sales Drop 0.3% In May As Federal Reserve Prepares To Hike Interest Rates Further

June 16, 2022

According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, retail sales fell 0.3% in May, wiping out any progress made by a 0.7% rise in April. It comes as a 8.6% inflation jump has forced millions to focus their money on food and gas, the latter of which now sits above $5 per gallon nationally.

How A Social Worker Has Helped To Bring Awareness And Accessibility To Maternal Mental Health | Amy Green

June 21, 2022

Pregnancy and postpartum can be wonderful experiences, but they can also have a significant impact on the birthing person. Depression and anxiety could strain the new parent, leaving them lost and afraid. That potential outcome is why NCCC founder Amy Green has strived to provide birthing parents support and education to help them overcome mental health struggles.

May 19, 2022

Buffalo Shooter’s Plans Went Online 30 Minutes Before Attack

May 12, 2022

White House Working “24/7” To Address Baby Formula Shortage

May 5, 2022

Following Unprecedented Supreme Court Abortion Leak, Investigation Set To Unfold

April 28, 2022

Russia Releases U.S. Marine Veteran As Part Of Prisoner Exchange

Biden Administration To Erase Student Debt For 40,000 Borrowers

April 21, 2022

In attempts to ease student loan debt, the Biden Administration and Department of Education have made changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) that would see 40,000 borrowers become eligible to have their debt immediately discharged, while 3.6 million more will move closer towards forgiveness.

Why You Can’t Always Trust Your Intuition About Love And Career Choices | Dr. LeslieBeth Wish

June 10, 2022

We’ve always been taught that in tough decisions, we need to trust our gut. But, as psychotherapist Dr. LeslieBeth Wish explains, letting your emotions hinder the correct decision could cause unintended distress in a multitude of areas in your life.

U.S. Targets Putin’s Daughters, Russian Banks In New Round Of Sanctions

April 7, 2022

With the Russian invasion of Ukraine now in its sixth week, the United States has continued to remain on the financial offensive by announcing additional sanctions on a number of Russian individuals — including Putin's two daughters — while toughening penalties against some of the country's largest banks.

With Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Supreme Court Confirmation Comes New Firsts And Perspectives

April 14, 2022

With the confirmation of the newest Supreme Court justice, Ketanji Brown Jackson, the court now has its first black female member. That kind of groundbreaking inclusion could help to bring new perspectives and results to an ever-changing America.

U.S. Opens Second COVID-19 Boosters For Americans 50 And Up

March 31, 2022

On Tuesday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized an extra dosage of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine for Americans 50 and up — plus certain younger age groups that are higher risk for COVID-19 — given that it's been four months their last vaccination.

First Woman Secretary of State, Madeleine Albright, Passes Away At 84

March 24, 2022

Madeleine Albright, the first woman in the U.S. to serve as Secretary of State, has passed away at the age of 84 due to cancer, her family announced on Wednesday. "She was surrounded by family and friends," the statement read, calling her a "tireless champion of democracy and human rights." "We have lost a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend."

Zelenskyy Pleads To Congress For More Aid In Address As Biden Issues $800 Million Package

March 17, 2022

On Wednesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy pleaded with the U.S. Congress on Wednesday via livestream for more measures to help stop Russia's invasion. Among the requests communicated over livestream include the urging of a no-fly zone over Ukraine, an action that the U.S. and NATO have strongly opposed due to its potential to escalate the conflict onto a greater, worldwide scale.

Controversial ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill Passes In Florida Senate

March 11, 2022

On Tuesday, the Florida Senate passed a bill that would disallow any kind of instruction on sexual orientation or gender identity in the state's kindergarten through third grade, while being criticized for its potential to marginalize the LGBTQ+ community. The legislation is titled the Parental Rights in Education bill, but has become known by opponents as the "Don't Say Gay" bill.

Biden Addresses Ukraine, Economy, COVID-19 In State Of The Union Speech

March 2, 2022

President Joe Biden gave his first State of the Union speech since his inauguration Tuesday night, first focusing on Russia's unprovoked invasion of Ukraine and the efforts the U.S. is undergoing towards crippling the Kremlin's economy. Among other topics he approached include the U.S. economy, COVID-19, and police funding.

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Takeaways From Latest Jan. 6 Hearing: Election Officials Felt Trump’s Pressure

Microsoft Officially Retires Internet Explorer Web Browser

Japan Courts Say Ban On Same-Sex Marriage Is Constitutional

Lizzo Sparks Ableism Debate Over Her New Song ‘Grrrls’

‘Jurassic World Dominion’ Receives $245 Million At International Box Office

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A Small Cancer Trial Resulted In Remission For Every Patient Involved

Study Shows ‘Yellowstone’ Show Has Had Giant Impact On Montana Economy, Real Estate

Airlines Set To Cancel Thousands Of Flights Due To Staffing Shortage

Apple’s New iOS 16 Transforms The Texting Game With Edit, Unsend Features

Simone Biles, Other Victims Of Larry Nassar To File $1 Billion In Claims Against FBI

Takeaways From Latest Jan. 6 Hearing: Election Officials Felt Trump’s Pressure

Simone Biles, Other Victims Of Larry Nassar To File $1 Billion In Claims Against FBI

Four Killed In Tulsa Hospital Shooting As Senate Has “Framework” For Gun Legislation

Following Uvalde Shooting That Left 19 Children Dead, Calls For Stricter Gun Laws Intensify

Retail Sales Drop 0.3% In May As Federal Reserve Prepares To Hike Interest Rates Further

How A Social Worker Has Helped To Bring Awareness And Accessibility To Maternal Mental Health | Amy Green

Buffalo Shooter’s Plans Went Online 30 Minutes Before Attack

White House Working “24/7” To Address Baby Formula Shortage

Following Unprecedented Supreme Court Abortion Leak, Investigation Set To Unfold

Russia Releases U.S. Marine Veteran As Part Of Prisoner Exchange

Biden Administration To Erase Student Debt For 40,000 Borrowers

Why You Can’t Always Trust Your Intuition About Love And Career Choices | Dr. LeslieBeth Wish

U.S. Targets Putin’s Daughters, Russian Banks In New Round Of Sanctions

With Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Supreme Court Confirmation Comes New Firsts And Perspectives

U.S. Opens Second COVID-19 Boosters For Americans 50 And Up

First Woman Secretary of State, Madeleine Albright, Passes Away At 84

Zelenskyy Pleads To Congress For More Aid In Address As Biden Issues $800 Million Package

Controversial ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill Passes In Florida Senate

Biden Addresses Ukraine, Economy, COVID-19 In State Of The Union Speech

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