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America Is Racist: So What Do We Do Now?
With hate crimes on the rise, the message from activist lawyer Bryan Stevenson couldn't be more urgent.
After Torture Ban, Army Still Fighting Reforms: Experts
Obama outlawed "enhanced interrogations" almost a decade ago. But experts said the Army and FBI had fought reforms.
Why the Endangered Species Act Is Failing
No one wants to kill an animal that near extinction. So how come the popular Endangered Species Act isn't working?
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A female riot police officer comes face to face with women’s rights activists as they try to march to Taksim Square on November 25. Hundreds had gathered to mark the U.N. International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Activists said the government—which has restricted public demonstrations for years—was more concerned with protests than stopping male violence in a country where reportedly 337 women were killed by domestic abuse in the past year.
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Exclusive: Border Mission at ‘High Risk of Failure' Without More Support
Defense Department documents obtained by Newsweek show U.S. Northern Command sent an urgent request for additional U.S. forces.
53,000 Disney Employees Can Attend University of Central Florida for Free
The free education is part of the Disney Aspire program.
Why 'Trial by Fire' Star Laura Dern Wants the Death Penalty Abolished
“I somehow want Todd to know that with all his heartbreak, his life made a difference.”
Mormon Utah Lawmaker Says He's Gay in Viral Facebook Video Post
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is vehemently opposed to gay marriage and same-sex relationships.
National Enquirer Live! Theme Park Turns Princess Di's Death Into Exhibit
"It’s definitely not in poor taste," one investor insisted.
Donald Trump’s North Korea Strategy Is Not Working With Iran
Trump won’t get far unless he “moves away from maximalist demands and demonstrates that he can be a credible partner in diplomacy,” said Arms Control Association’s Kelsey Davenport.
Leonardo da Vinci Had ADHD, Say Scientists
"I hope that the case of Leonardo shows that ADHD is not linked to low IQ or lack of creativity but rather the difficulty of capitalizing on natural talents," said the study author.
McDonald's Lawsuit: Top Chef's Padma Lakshmi Calls for 'Meaningful Changes'
American television host and actress Padma Lakshmi stood alongside workers at a rally outside McDonald's Chicago headquarters to protest for "meaningful changes" after 25 employees filed sexual harassment charges against the fast-food chain.
