Trump, his critics, and the basic divide over the FBI
President Trump has been attacking his own Federal Bureau of Investigation for months. The fundamental assumption behind many of his charges is this: In its actions regarding the Russia probe, the bureau is propelled by political bias against him. Mr…
Setback for workers: What fallout as Supreme Court OKs forced arbitration?
In the wake of a #MeToo movement that is pushing corporations to clean up their act, the US Supreme Court threw companies a lifeline. It allowed them to continue including forced-arbitration clauses in their employment contracts. Monday’s ruling mean…
Re-election Of Venezuelan President Nicoás Maduro Condemned Widely By World Leaders
Despite widespread hunger, deepening crime, nearly non-existent health care, hyperinflation and a surge of people fleeing the country, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro won re-election.
Experimental Ebola Vaccinations, Considered ‘Paradigm Shift,’ Begin In Congo
The vaccine is still unlicensed but has passed drug trials with flying colors. Authorities have begun administering thousands of doses in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to fight the outbreak.
3D Scans Help Preserve History, But Who Should Own Them?
Historic sites around the world face mounting threats: war, climate change, natural disaster. There’s a rush to use 3D scans for preservation. But experts have questions about how the scans are used.
Incentives for inmates to chose a crime-free life
America’s faith in the ability of those in prison to redeem themselves often ebbs and flows based on which political party is in charge of law enforcement. Support of the bill by both Democrats and Republicans may be a result of recent reforms in many…
Video Campaign Aims To Unify Poland Through The Power Of Bread
Hate crimes are on the rise in Poland. In response, a new YouTube video aspires to foster tolerance by having people from marginalized groups bake and sell bread to customers at a Warsaw bakery.
As Trump-Kim Summit Approaches, South Korea’s Leader Heads To White House
The talks are still expected to happen next month in Singapore, despite North Korea’s threats to back out. The South Korean president is playing mediator to keep things on track.
Warming waters hurt Zanzibar’s seaweed. But women farmers have a plan.
“Seaweed farming in our area is only done by women,” says Mwanaisha Makame, a 20-year veteran of the business, as warm little waves lap at her long, flower-print skirt. Ms. Makame’s family didn’t have money for higher education when she was young, so …
Pompeo Threatens ‘Strongest Sanctions In History’ Against Iran
In a speech on Monday, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says the U.S. will impose strong sanctions against Iran if a long list of demands is not met.
With compassionate outreach, a city cuts its drug overdose rate in half
Jim Ward and his girlfriend were awash in cash thanks to their regular trips down south, where they would buy thousands of prescription opioid pills from unscrupulous doctors and sell them back home in West Virginia for $220 apiece.
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