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May 07 2026POLITICS

Why race still shapes US voting maps—and when it shouldn’t

The Supreme Court recently said states can’t rely too much on race when drawing voting districts. This isn’t about removing fairness—it’s about asking if old rules still fit today. Back in 1965, laws like the Voting Rights Act were needed to stop racist tricks that kept Black Americans from voting.

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Heart Health Crisis for a Nobel Peace Champion in Iran

Narges Mohammadi, who earned the Nobel Peace Prize last year while behind bars for championing women's rights and ending capital punishment, is now in a dangerous health situation after suffering a heart attack. Her husband, Taghi Rahmani, who lives in Paris, told reporters that the couple is ter

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Supreme Court Justices Clash Over Race and Rights: A Deep Dive into the Court's Recent Decisions

The Supreme Court often acts like a family with constant arguments over big issues. Justices disagree on race, religion, abortion, guns, and the environment. Recently, fights over presidential power and LGBTQ+ rights have heated up. They try to stay professional but admit they don't always get along

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May 06 2026ENVIRONMENT

The Amazon’s Future Hinges on Who Banks Choose to Support

The Tapajós River isn’t just water—it’s a lifeline. Locals fish there, raise families, and honor their ancestors. But now, big businesses see it as a highway for soy exports. In February, Indigenous groups took a stand by occupying a grain terminal in Santarém for weeks, blocking trucks under the sc

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May 06 2026POLITICS

How America’s Changing Population Makes Racial Gerrymandering Harder

The U. S. Supreme Court recently ruled against strict racial gerrymandering rules, sparking anger from critics who call it a threat to minority voting power. But the real reason these rules are fading isn’t politics—it’s because America’s population itself is changing. More people now identify as mu

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May 05 2026POLITICS

Supreme Court Speed‑Ups Voting Map Decision, Boosting Louisiana Republicans

The U. S. Supreme Court moved quickly to let a major change to the Voting Rights Act become active sooner than planned, giving Louisiana’s Republican leaders extra time to reshape congressional districts before the midterm elections. The court’s order followed a lawsuit filed by voters who said t

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May 05 2026POLITICS

Ruling Holds: Abortion Pill by Mail Stays Legal—for Now

The Supreme Court just hit pause on a Louisiana court’s decision to ban abortion pills sent through the mail. For now, people can still get mifepristone via telehealth and receive it without stepping into a clinic. But this isn’t a final win—it’s just a temporary hold while the justices think it ove

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May 05 2026POLITICS

Pennsylvania fights back against abortion pill restrictions

Pennsylvania’s governor recently joined forces with 20 other states to push back against a court ruling that limits how abortion pills can be given out. The federal appeals court in Louisiana decided that mifepristone, a common abortion medication, can only be handed out in person at clinics. This m

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May 04 2026BUSINESS

New Name, New Vision: Rated Media Expands Its Reach

Rated Media, formerly known as EntertainmentVC, has announced a fresh identity and an ambitious plan to serve creators across music, film, and media. The company says it will offer a full range of services from early idea to final sale, aiming to help artists and producers grow worldwide. Since i

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May 04 2026SPORTS

College Sports Cash Flow: The Big Ten’s $1. 37 Billion Windfall

The Big Ten has just handed out a record‑setting $1. 37 billion to its 18 schools for the year ending June 30, 2025, a jump of $490 million from last year. The amount dwarfs the SEC’s $1. 03 billion payout announced earlier this month, showing that college athletics still churns out huge profits.

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