As Trump attacks DEI, UC bans ‘diversity statements’ in faculty hiring

Brad Edwards, a victims' rights lawyer, has worked for nearly two decades to uncover the truth about Jeffrey Epstein, emphasizing that Epstein was primarily a sexual predator rather than a trafficker who exploited women for profit. Despite ongoing controversies regarding the release of Epstein-related files, Edwards asserts he has not seen evidence of a client list or a structured trafficking operation, focusing instead on Epstein's direct abuse of numerous victims. Explain It To Me Like...

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Keeping animals of all sizes, from cats to horses, cool during record heat

As record temperatures affect the U.S., pet owners, particularly those with horses like Alicia Grace of Pink Flamingo Stables in South Florida, must take extra precautions against heat-related issues such as dehydration and overheating. Measures include providing shade, hydration, and cooling equipment, while all pet owners are urged to ensure their animals have access to water and are not left unattended in vehicles during extreme heat. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: In hot...

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Trump wants Texas to redraw its congressional map to pick up more GOP seats. Here’s what to know.

The Texas Legislature is convening for a special session to redraw congressional district boundaries, aiming to strengthen Republican control ahead of the 2024 midterms, with Trump’s political team urging the changes. The existing map, criticized for racial gerrymandering and challenged in court, disproportionately favors majority-White districts despite Texas's non-White population growth. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The Texas Legislature is meeting for a special session to change the state's congressional map to help...

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Passenger arrested after trying to open exit door on SkyWest flight

A SkyWest flight from Omaha to Detroit was diverted to Cedar Rapids, Michigan, due to an unruly passenger, 23-year-old Mario Nikprelaj, who allegedly assaulted a flight attendant and attempted to open an emergency exit. He was arrested on multiple charges, including disorderly conduct and harassment, as the flight continued to its destination after law enforcement responded. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A plane had to land because a man was being naughty and...

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7.3 magnitude earthquake rattles Alaskan island, prompting tsunami advisory

A 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck 54 miles south of Sand Point, Alaska, prompting a tsunami warning that was later downgraded to an advisory. Although the warning affected areas from South Alaska to the Alaska Peninsula, no damage was reported, and residents in Cold Bay expressed little concern due to their elevation. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A big earthquake happened near Sand Point, Alaska, and at first, they worried about a tsunami but...

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Trump diagnosed with vein condition, White House says