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Cheating No Longer a Crime in New York

November 23, 2024

New York has officially removed an old law that made cheating on your spouse a crime. Governor Kathy Hochul signed the bill to repeal this 1907 law, making adultery a misdemeanor. While charges weren't common and convictions even rarer, the law still existed. Governor Hochul found it ironic to sign

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Get Ready, Trump's Back: What Immigrants and Communities Need to Know

November 23, 2024

Being an immigration lawyer, I've seen it all under Trump's first term. From airports to churches, we've fought back. But day one of Trump's return is just around the corner. We can't wait for that day. The first Trump term was tough. Immigrant activists led the fight, but they paid a heavy price.

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Working in the Heat: How Does It Affect Construction Workers' Output?

November 23, 2024

Climate change is making the world hotter, and that's causing problems for people who work outdoors, like construction workers. These jobs need a lot of physical effort, so when it's hot, it can be tough to keep up the same pace. A recent study looked at many other studies to see how heat affects ho

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Trump's Late-Night Cabinet Picks: A Closer Look

November 23, 2024

On a Friday night, President-elect Donald Trump announced several key nominations for his administration. Among the notable picks were hedge fund manager Scott Bessent for Treasury Secretary, outgoing Representative Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR) for Labor Secretary, and former Texas state Representativ

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Trump Picks Dr. Makary for FDA: A New Face, New Approach

November 23, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump has a new candidate for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) – Dr. Marty Makary. Makary, from Johns Hopkins University, is no stranger to controversy. He’s known for his views against some COVID-19 health measures, like vaccine mandates. His nomination comes as part of

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Week's Surprises: Bears' Loss, Smollett's Case, and City Budgets

November 23, 2024

The Chicago Bears faced yet another defeat, losing 20-19 to the Green Bay Packers. With a four-game losing streak, they're hoping to turn things around against the Minnesota Vikings. Meanwhile, the Jussie Smollett case took a turn when the Illinois Supreme Court overturned his convictions for stagin

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Technology: How Safe Is It Really for Women?

November 23, 2024

Technology often plays a crucial role in keeping people safe. But it’s not always the silver bullet it seems. Take the case of Laken Riley, a college student who was tragically killed. Riley was cautious, using her phone to share her location and calling for help, yet it wasn't enough to save her.

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Teen Hackers: The Rise and Fall of 'Scattered Spiders'

November 23, 2024

For nearly two years, a group of young hackers, nicknamed 'Scattered Spiders, ' wreaked havoc on major tech companies worldwide. They targeted over 130 organizations, stealing credentials from almost 10, 000 employees. Their main target was Okta, a single sign-on provider used by many companies. Thi

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Mehmet Oz: From TV to Government Health Role

November 23, 2024

Former TV personality Dr. Mehmet Oz has been tapped by President Trump to lead a major health agency. This surprising move shifts Dr. Oz from the screen to the center of government health policy. Known widely for his popular TV show, Oz is now tasked with overseeing health coverage for the entire na

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Trump’s Chance to Revamp Education and Tackle Debt

November 23, 2024

The incoming Trump administration has a big job ahead in fixing higher education. For years, colleges have raked in tax dollars while pushing their own political views and racking up student debt. They've also become too cozy with foreign financiers, including governments that aren't friendly to the