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Media Companies May Stop Productions In Georgia Over New Abortion Law

The Walt Disney Co. and Netflix are concerned that the rights of people working on productions in the Southern state could be restricted. The move threatens Georgia’s booming production industry.

Rick Pitino calls fans 'self-centered and selfish' for smoking at games in Greece

The 66-year-old Pitino took over at Panathinaikos last December after leaving Louisville, and has also been frustrated by violence and bad behavior.

        

New Democratic Debate Rules Will Distort Priorities, Some Campaigns Say

A threshold of 130,000 donors will force campaigns to spend more on digital ads they hope will go viral, an expensive redirection of resources, some campaigns said.

After delay on Harriet Tubman $20 bill, what makes a real American hero?

When the mock-up image of Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill popped up on a screen during a ceremony at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing in Washington in January 2017, many in the room started wiping away tears. Dignified was the word that came to min…

Samin Nosrat Is Making Space At The Table

Nosrat is that rare thing: a woman of color in the upper echelons of the hyper-competitive food world. She is acutely aware of her unicorn status— and taking steps to try and change that.

In the Americas, right to learn a second language gains support

A group of elementary-school students sit in tightly-packed rows on an early spring afternoon, at a school in Hermosillo in northern Mexico, pens poised while they listen to a recorded conversation in English. This English class is more than just an e…

What You Need to Know About Impeachment

Some Democrats say opening an impeachment inquiry could help the House overcome the president’s blockade of its investigations. But others say that could backfire politically.

Black Voters and Their House Members Are Driving Impeachment Talk

While House Democratic leaders agonize, black voters want President Trump impeached, and their ardor on the subject is driving their representatives.

Claus von Bülow Dies at 92; Society Figure in High-Profile Case

Mr. von Bülow was cleared of trying to kill his wife, the wealthy heiress Martha von Bülow. The case was one of the most sensational of the 1980s and became a movie.

GOP Redistricting Strategist Played Role In Push For Census Citizenship Question

A deceased redistricting specialist’s documents suggest the citizenship question was added to redraw political maps to favor Republicans and non-Hispanic white people, according to a new court filing.

Michigan governor signs overhaul to cut high auto premiums – Lexington Herald Leader

Michigan governor signs overhaul to cut high auto premiums  Lexington Herald LeaderGov. Gretchen Whitmer has signed into law an overhaul of Michigan’s car insurance system that will let drivers forego unlimited medical benefits to cover crash…

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