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Grand Jury Indicts Alaska Illustrator on Threat Charges

Grand Jury Indicts Alaska Illustrator on Threat Charges

Apr 15, 2023

A grand jury has indicted an Alaska children's book illustrator on charges of terroristic threatening after authorities said he posted around the capital city transphobic notes that referenced shooting children.

Texas County Roiled by Book Ban Considered Closing Libraries

Texas County Roiled by Book Ban Considered Closing Libraries

By Jamie Stengle | Apr 15, 2023

Leaders in a rural Texas county held a special meeting but drew back from the drastic option of shutting their public library system rather than heeding a federal judge's order to return books to the shelves on themes of sexuality and gender.

Biden Taps Gaga, Clooney, Garner, Others for Arts Committee

Biden Taps Gaga, Clooney, Garner, Others for Arts Committee

Apr 15, 2023

The White House announced a slate of members for the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities, a panel of artists, museum professionals, academics and philanthropists that serves as an advisory board to President Biden on culture issues.

Gov. DeSantis Surrogates Escalate Tit-For-Tat Versus Disney

Gov. DeSantis Surrogates Escalate Tit-For-Tat Versus Disney

By Mike Schneider | Apr 14, 2023

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' appointees to Disney World's governing board have launched a fresh salvo in the fight to control the resort, seeking to expand their authority after their Disney-controlled predecessors abdicated most powers to the company.

Report: Thomas Sold Real Estate to Donor, Didn't Report Deal

Report: Thomas Sold Real Estate to Donor, Didn't Report Deal

By Ashraf Khalil | Apr 14, 2023

Conservative mega-donor Harlan Crow purchased three properties belonging to Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas and his family, in a transaction worth more than $100,000 that Thomas never reported, according to the non-profit investigative journalism o

What is Discord, the Chatting App Tied to Classified Leaks?

By Matt O'Brien and Haleluya Hadero | Apr 14, 2023

The chatting app Discord, which is one of the most popular ways gamers communicate online, finds itself at the center of an investigation into the leak of classified documents.

Montana Close to Becoming 1st State to Completely Ban TikTok

By Amy Beth Hanson and Haleluya Hadero | Apr 14, 2023

Montana lawmakers moved closer to banning TikTok, a move bound to face legal challenges but also serve as a testing ground for the TikTok-free America that many national lawmakers envision.

Musk Says Owning Twitter 'Painful' but Needed to be Done

Apr 13, 2023

Billionaire Elon Musk has told the BBC that running Twitter has been "quite painful" but that the social media company is now roughly breaking even after he acquired it late last year.

States Confront Medical Debt That's Bankrupting Millions

By Jesse Bedayn | Apr 13, 2023

An estimated 100 million Americans who have amassed nearly $200 billion in collective medical debt — almost the size of Greece's economy — according to the Kaiser Family Foundation.

Debate Resumes on Nebraska Bill to Ban Trans Care for Minors

Debate Resumes on Nebraska Bill to Ban Trans Care for Minors

By Margery A. Beck | Apr 13, 2023

Nebraska lawmakers have begun a second round of debate on a bill that would ban gender-affirming care for minors that has proved to be so contentious, it's led opponents filibuster every single bill before the Nebraska Legislature since late February.

Mary Quant, Miniskirt Designer Who Swung the 60s, Dies at 93

Mary Quant, Miniskirt Designer Who Swung the 60s, Dies at 93

By Danica Kirka and Jill Lawless | Apr 13, 2023

Mary Quant, the visionary fashion designer whose colorful, sexy miniskirts epitomized Swinging London in the 1960s and influenced youth culture around the world, has died. She was 93.

How Style Can Determine your Success on Social Media

Apr 13, 2023

Whether you're an entrepreneur, a freelancer, an influencer, or just someone looking to build their personal brand, social media can be a powerful tool for achieving your goals.

Does Crypto Price Predication Work?

Apr 13, 2023

Navigating the unpredictable world of cryptocurrency can be daunting, but accurate price prediction tools are a valuable asset to have in your investment arsenal.

Watch:: New Streaming App to 'Max' Programming from HBO, Discovery

Watch:: New Streaming App to 'Max' Programming from HBO, Discovery

By Michael Liedtke | Apr 13, 2023

Warner Bros. Discovery unveiled a streaming service Wednesday combining iconic HBO programming such as "The Sopranos" with a mix of unscripted TV series in a push to reap more subscribers from what so far has been a muddled media merger.

Arkansas Requires Parents' OK for Children on Social Media

By Andrew DeMilllo | Apr 13, 2023

Arkansas on became the second state to restrict social media use by children as Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders approved legislation requiring minors to get parental permission to create a new account.

Why New Grads Shouldn't Fear a Recession

By Trea Branch, Nerdwallet | Apr 13, 2023

This can be an overwhelming and confusing time for those set to begin repayment of student debt, but new grads don't need to panic. Here's how they can weather a potential recession.

Cheaper Gas and Food Provide Some Relief from U.S. Inflation

By Christopher Rugaber | Apr 13, 2023

U.S. consumer inflation eased in March, with less expensive gas and food providing some relief to households that have struggled under the weight of surging prices.

Dylan Mulvaney Is Living Her Best Life Despite Bud Light Backlash

By Emell Adolphus | Apr 12, 2023

Dylan Mulvaney has suddenly found herself in the middle of a conservative firestorm, but she seems to be taking it all in stride.

Hearing Pushed Back for Alaska Illustrator on Threat Charge

Hearing Pushed Back for Alaska Illustrator on Threat Charge

By Becky Bohrer | Apr 12, 2023

A court hearing was pushed back until next week for an Alaska children's book illustrator charged with terroristic threatening after authorities said he posted around the capital city transphobic notes that referenced shooting children.

Blackjack Basics: A Guide to Understanding the Popular Casino Game

Apr 12, 2023

Blackjack is a game of strategy and skill that can be played both in physical and virtual casinos. We'll go over the basics of the game and discuss some winning strategies and techniques.

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