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Global weather woes as ‘rain bomb’ strikes Dubai
Heavy rains have dumped more than two years worth of precipitation on Dubai and surrounding nations. It’s in an extreme weather event analysts are linking to climate change. More than five inches of rain fell in 24 hours. And a controversial bishop in Australia is the latest victim of a knife attack. It’s the second-highest […]
7,000 Migrants Continue Northbound — How Has Mexico Responded?
7,000 Migrants Continue Northbound — How Has Mexico Responded?
Thousands of Central American migrants are in southern Mexico, some applying for asylum, others continuing north.
Erdogan Addresses Turkish Parliament on Khashoggi’s Death
The murder of the dissident Saudi has provided the Turkish president with ammunition against his country’s rival, Saudi Arabia.
Is the Pregnancy Discrimination Act Doing Enough?
It is 2018 and the Pregnancy Discrimination Act is failing to protect women in physically demanding jobs.
Holes and Gaps: Where Our Voting Systems Fail
What are the gaps in our election systems? We explore everything from technological glitches, to cybersecurity holes, to flaws in policy.
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Honduras Caravan: Thousands of Hondurans Fleeing Violence Head to U.S. Amid Trump’s Threats
Honduras Caravan: Thousands of Hondurans Fleeing Violence Head to the U.S. Amid Trump’s Threats
President Trump has urged Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador — known as the Northern Triangle — to stop the people from traveling north, threatening to pull aid to the countries.
How Effective is Major League Baseball’s Domestic Violence Policy?
This season, the Houston Astros traded for a player after he was suspended for domestic violence allegations. Now, the team is announcing efforts to combat domestic violence.
Legalizing Marijuana, Canada Navigates New Social and Legal Implications
Canada is just the second country to legalize recreational marijuana.
U.S. Relationship with Saudi Arabia Poses Risks to National Security
The apparent slaying of Jamal Khashoggi has exposed the geopolitical risks inherent in the U.S.’s relationship with Saudi Arabia.
A Booming Jobs Market: What Does It Mean For All Americans?
A booming labor market means it’s also a great time for employees to ask for more money in their current role, or to find new, better work. But who is left out of this prosperous moment?
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