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In the Netherlands, a farmers party taps into widespread discontent with government
The Farmer-Citizen Movement, a farmers party in the Netherlands, is tapping into widespread discontent with the government’s environmental and agricultural regulations. Ground zero: Concerns about extensive farming practices in the Netherlands, and the associated nitrogen compounds generated by animal manure and fertilizers, have led to governmental efforts to reduce nitrogen pollution. * Proposals include reducing […]
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These 2020 census results break down people’s race and ethnicity into details
The latest 2020 census results offer a detailed insight into the racial and ethnic diversity of the United States. Understanding the changes: The 2020 U.S. Census let people check off multiple boxes and provide detailed responses for their race and ethnicity, unlike past national head counts. * For the first time since 1960, the agency […]
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Biden is creating a new White House office focused on gun violence prevention
President Biden is creating a White House office for gun violence prevention to coordinate efforts to reduce gun violence and address demands of Democratic activists and young voters. Behind the scenes: This new office, expected to be announced on Friday, is a response to the demands of gun-control activists who have been advocating for such […]
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There have been attempts to censor more than 1,900 library book titles so far in 2023
Between January and August 2023, there have been efforts to challenge or censor 1,915 library book titles, a 20% increase in book bans from the same period in the previous year. The big picture: A record number of attempts to ban library books have taken place in the first eight months of 2023, mostly targeting […]
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A NASA astronaut approaches a year in space, the longest time for any American
NASA astronaut Frank Rubio is set to mark a year in space, breaking the previous record for the longest space trip by an American. Breaking records: Rubio, a Miami native, bested the previous American record of 355 days set by Mark Vande Hei, according to NASA. * Rubio was launched into space for the first […]
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Why the UAW is fighting so hard for these 4 key demands in the auto strike
The United Auto Workers (UAW) are leading a strike for higher wages and greater job security amidst the industry’s transition to electric vehicles. The Strive for More: UAW demands around a 40% general wage increase and reinstatement of cost of living protections. * This demand comes in light of inflation-adjusted wages dropping over 20% in […]
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U.S. charges pair after deadly fentanyl is found on top of playmats at NYC day care
The operator of a NYC daycare and a relative are facing federal drug charges after a 1-year-old boy died and three others fell ill from exposure to fentanyl found at the facility. Details of the Incident: Grei Mendez and Carlisto Acevedo Brito, who run the Bronx-based Divino Niño Daycare, have been arrested following a fatal […]
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Southern Baptists expel church as pastor defends blackface and Native caricatures
The Southern Baptist Convention has expelled Matoaka Baptist Church whose pastor defended his blackface performance and his impersonation of a Native American woman. Events leading to expulsion: The pastor, Sherman Jaquess, dressed in blackface for a church event, claiming to impersonate the late soul singer Ray Charles. * Jaquess also portrayed a Native American woman […]
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Italy cracks down on migrants as Meloni calls for a naval blockade off North Africa
Italy approved measures to counter migration, including the call for a naval blockade off North Africa, following a wave of arrivals in Lampedusa. Driving the news: The Italian government approved measures focused on migrants not qualifying for asylum and scheduled to be repatriated. * The detainment period for such migrants will now be extended to […]
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FCC judge rules that Knoxville’s only Black-owned radio station can keep its license
Knoxville’s only Black-owned radio station, WJBE 99.7 FM/1040 AM, has won its battle to keep its license to operate despite attempts by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to revoke it due to the owner’s prior felony conviction for tax fraud. Case details: The FCC sought to apply its 33-year-old character qualifications policy for radio license […]