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Russian Nuclear Deterrent Troops on High Alert
Russian nuclear forces are now on high alert after NATO allies stepped up their commitment to assist Ukraine against President...
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Bill of Rights Is the Result of Open Deliberation and Compromise
When the Constitutional Convention began in the summer of 1787, representatives from all 13 states were in attendance. The first...
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Samuel L. Jackson Stresses Need to Fight for Voting Rights at NAACP Awards
The 53rd Annual National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Image Awards honored Samuel L. Jackson, Prince Harry,...
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Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome Pops Up for Some After COVID
A rare multisystem inflammatory syndrome has now begun to appear in some children and adults after they have been infected...
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COVID-19 Causes Spike in Mental Health Concerns and Eating Disorders
Courtesy of UNICEF Ukraine (Flickr CCO) A spike in mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and tic...
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Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to Be Nominated to US Supreme Court
On Friday, President Joe Biden is expected to announce his nomination for the U.S. Supreme Court. His choice: Judge Ketanji...
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Former Officers Found Guilty in Depriving George Floyd Civil Right’s Case
Three former Minneapolis police officers — J. Alexander Kueng, Tou Thao, and Thomas Lane — have been found guilty of...
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Missiles Light Ukraine’s Night Sky as Putin’s War Begins
After months of posturing, Vladimir Putin ordered a "full-scale attack" against Ukraine starting his war. Missiles and on-the-ground fighting were...
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Jury Deliberates in Case of 3 Ex-Cops Involved in George Floyd’s Killing
Almost two years ago George Floyd was senselessly killed while being detained by former Minneapolis police officers. On Feb. 23,...
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Chicago to Lift Mask and Proof-of-Vaccine Mandates Except for Schools
The Chicago mask and proof-of-vaccination mandates are set to end next week except for public school students, teachers, and employees....
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