University of California Davis placing men’s, women’s locker rooms with all-sex locker rooms

Nebraska's Transgender Sports BanNebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signed a law banning transgender students from participating in girls' sports, following a contentious legislative process that passed by a narrow vote. The measure, which was initially broader but stripped of provisions regarding bathrooms and locker rooms, was backed by proponents who argue it protects women's sports, while opponents, including the ACLU of Nebraska, claim it discriminates against transgender students. With fewer than 10 transgender students in the...

Dollar Tree Warns of Earnings Impact from Tariffs Dollar Tree, the discount retail chain, warned that President Trump's import tariffs could reduce its second-quarter earnings by up to 50% year-over-year, as the company heavily relies on Chinese imports for its inventory. Although tariffs were reduced from 145% to 30%, CEO Mike Creedon noted that the fluctuating tariff landscape complicates cost predictions. Despite these challenges, Dollar Tree anticipates a rebound in earnings later in the year,...

Wildfires Prompt State of Emergency in Manitoba and SaskatchewanA state of emergency was declared in Manitoba on May 28 and in Saskatchewan the following day as wildfires rapidly spread, prompting evacuations. Over 200 active fires are reported in Canada, with more than 100 classified as out of control, according to the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre. Officials warn that challenging conditions for firefighting are expected due to impending hot and dry weather, raising concerns about...

The Trump administration has raised tariffs on aluminum and steel to 50%, a move that could significantly increase the costs of various consumer products, including cars, sports equipment, and canned goods. While the tariffs are designed to bolster domestic manufacturing, experts warn they may lead to higher prices as manufacturers typically pass on increased costs to consumers, potentially raising car prices by up to $3,000. This change may also negatively impact low-income households, which could...

In the ongoing trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs, Marion "Suge" Knight, currently imprisoned, has been a significant figure despite his distance, with over 50 mentions relating to their rivalry in the hip-hop industry. Knight criticized the culture of abuse in the industry, suggesting that if Combs is held accountable, so should others who perpetuate such behavior. He emphasized the need for a broader reckoning within hip-hop, acknowledging longstanding rumors about Combs' conduct and expressing concern...

A World War II pilot, Army Air Forces 1st Lt. Charles W. McCook, has been accounted for after being missing since his plane crash on August 3, 1943, during a bombing mission in Burma. McCook, who helped two fellow servicemen survive the crash by ensuring they could parachute to safety, was posthumously awarded the Air Medal and the Distinguished Flying Cross. His remains were identified in 2022, and he will be buried in his hometown...