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African Americans Carry Brunt Of Trump’s Racial Hostility

During Trump's second presidency, civil rights and civil liberties are being attacked, and Trump's Project 2025 aims to dismantle civil rights protections and reorganize the federal government, leading to a rise in opposition from unexpected places.

A Pool Of 45 Prospective Jurors Is Secured In Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Trial

Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex-trafficking trial will resume on Friday with the final part of jury selection, and the trial is expected to take several weeks.

Ultraprocessed Food Linked To Early Signs Of Parkinson’s Disease, Study Says

Eating a diet high in ultraprocessed foods, such as sugary sodas and packaged snacks, may increase the risk of early Parkinson's disease symptoms, according to a new study of nearly 43,000 people.

Five Years after George Floyd, Racial Justice Hopes Fade

Support for Black Lives Matter, which surged in 2020, has dropped to 52%. Favorability has remained highest among Black adults (76%), Democrats (84%), and adults under 30 (61%), while only 45% of White adults and 22% of Republicans express support.

Target CEO Attempts Damage Control After Weeks Of Silence and Mounting Backlash

The retailer is grappling with falling foot traffic, public boycotts, and criticism over its retreat from diversity goals.

Real ID Is Now Required For Air Travel In America. Here’s What’s Happening At Airports Across The U.S.

Starting Wednesday, travelers flying within the US must use a state-issued ID or license that is "REAL ID" compliant to board domestic flights, but those without one can still fly but may face additional screening.

Trump Admin Plans To Shut Down Money-Saving Energy Star Program Soon, Sources Say

The Trump administration is planning to eliminate two key EPA divisions focused on climate change and energy efficiency, including the Energy Star program, which helps consumers find energy-efficient appliances.

Divided Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration To Begin Enforcing Ban On Transgender Service Members

The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to enforce a ban on transgender service members in the military, a decision that has been met with disappointment from LGBTQ rights groups.

Explosive Report Reveals Trump’s Cuts Are Jeopardizing Veterans’ Health Care

Despite Trump’s repeated promises to put veterans first—“We love our veterans,” he said in February—internal messages from Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) officials tell a different story.

New Research Highlights The State Of Early Childhood Education

Enrollment grew to 1,751,109 children nationwide, an increase of more than 111,000 from the previous year. Ten states saw enrollment growth exceeding 20%

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