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Faith in Action: How Episcopal Communities Fight Racism

December 17, 2025

Racism is not just a social or political issue. It's also a spiritual one. This is the core belief driving a group of Episcopalians in their fight for racial justice. Over three years, researchers observed how this community used their faith to tackle racism head-on. They didn't just talk about it.

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A Driver's Rage on Liverpool's Celebration Day

December 16, 2025

On a day meant for joy, a man's anger turned Liverpool's victory parade into a scene of panic. Paul Doyle, a 54-year-old man, drove his Ford Galaxy into crowds of fans, injuring 134 people. This happened on May 26, as supporters were heading home from the Premier League title celebrations. Dashcam

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Justice Delayed, But Not Denied: Mississippi Man Released After Decade in Prison

December 13, 2025

A man in Mississippi, Marcus Taylor, has been freed after spending a decade behind bars for a crime that should have only kept him there for half that time. The governor, Tate Reeves, stepped in and said enough is enough. He pointed out that the sentence was clearly against the law, as the maximum p

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Alabama's Death Penalty: Politics Over Principle

December 12, 2025

Alabama's approach to the death penalty has become more about political posturing than upholding justice. This is evident in the state's recent actions and the case of Joseph Clifton Smith, who is set to be executed despite clear evidence of intellectual disabilities. The state's use of nitrogen hy

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Justice for All? The U. S. and Its Drug War Double Standards

December 12, 2025

The U. S. has always been vocal about its fight against drugs. It talks tough on crime and claims to be a leader in the fight against drug trafficking. But recent events have raised eyebrows and sparked some serious questions. A former president of Honduras, Juan Orlando Hernández, was recently par

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A Teen's Life Cut Short: The Dark Side of Tijuana

December 12, 2025

In a grim turn of events, a young man from Tijuana is now facing life behind bars for a crime that shocked both sides of the border. Brian Alexis Patron Lopez, who was just 18 when he committed the act, was sentenced to life in federal prison for his role in the kidnapping, torture, and murder of Mi

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Poland and Hungary: A Growing Rift in Europe

December 11, 2025

Poland's Justice Minister, Waldemar Zurek, recently made strong statements about Hungary's Prime Minister, Viktor Orban. He said Orban is closer to Russia than to Europe. This is not the first time Poland and Hungary have disagreed. The latest argument started because Hungary is protecting two forme

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A Big Change in the Soccer Bribery Case

December 11, 2025

The Justice Department is taking a big step back in a high-profile soccer corruption case. They want to drop charges against Hernan Lopez, a former Fox employee, and Full Play Group, an Argentine sports media company. This move comes after years of legal fights and appeals. Lopez and Full Play were

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A New Legal Venture: Jack Smith and Team Start a Law Firm

December 10, 2025

Jack Smith, known for his role as a special counsel in the Justice Department, is making a big move. He's joining forces with three other former federal prosecutors to open a new law firm. The team includes Tim Heaphy, David Harbach, and Thomas Windom, all with extensive experience in public service

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Justice Department's Legal Opinion on Venezuelan Boat Strikes Under Scrutiny

December 9, 2025

A group of former federal ethics experts have called for an internal investigation into the Justice Department's legal opinion that backed U. S. military strikes on suspected drug boats in South American waters. These former officials, who served under different presidents, are questioning the legal