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america

Tagovailoa's Mistakes Cost Dolphins in Close Loss to Texans

December 16, 2024

The Miami Dolphins faced a tough loss against the Houston Texans, with the final score being 20-12. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's performance was critical in this defeat. He threw four turnovers, which the Texans converted into 10 points. Miami's special teams also faced a challenge, letting Houston

crime

Asian Americans & Hate Crimes: The Mental Health Impact

December 14, 2024

Between 2019 and 2020, hate crimes against Asian Americans soared in the U. S. Many faced discrimination due to COVID-19, leading to increased psychological distress. We explored whether this surge in hate crimes was linked to more psychiatric Emergency Department (ED) visits among Asian Americans i

finance

Bank of America’s Delayed Alert on Epstein Payments Raises Questions

December 14, 2024

In 2020, Bank of America informed financial regulators about suspicious payments made by billionaire Leon Black to Jeffrey Epstein, the late accused financier. The bank filed two reports, known as “suspicious activity reports” (SARs), with law enforcement. These reports are meant to flag potential c

politics

US Tourist Freed After Months in Syrian Prison

December 13, 2024

Travis Timmerman, a 29-year-old from Urbana, Missouri, has finally been freed after spending seven months in a Syrian prison. Timmerman had ventured into Syria for a pilgrimage and was detained at the notorious Palestine Branch facility. Last month, he was set free alongside other prisoners during t

health

Head Injuries in American Indian Elders: A Closer Look

December 12, 2024

Did you know that American Indians face the highest rates of death and hospitalization due to head injuries compared to any other group in the US? Yet, there's a surprising lack of information about how common these injuries are, what factors increase the risk, and how they affect the health of olde

politics

Meet the New Middle East Adviser: Massad Boulos

December 2, 2024

President-elect Trump has chosen Massad Boulos, a wealthy Lebanese businessman whose son is married to Tiffany Trump, as his senior adviser for Arab and Middle Eastern affairs. Trump praised Boulos' business acumen and his support for Republican values, highlighting his role in building coalitions w

sports

Giants vs Cowboys: A Battle on Turkey Day

November 29, 2024

It was a rough day for the New York Giants as they faced off against the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving. The Giants started off strong, with quarterback Drew Lock leading a run-heavy drive that ended with a scramble into the endzone. However, the joy was short-lived as the Cowboys responded with a f

politics

A Close Call: Democrat Derek Tran Unseats GOP’s Michelle Steel in California

November 28, 2024

Derek Tran, an Army veteran and first-time candidate, has won a tight race for a House seat in California's 45th District, securing his position against incumbent Republican Michelle Steel. This flip represents a rare leftward shift in a state that has generally inclining toward the right. Tran's su

politics

Freedom at Last: Three Americans Released from Chinese Detention

November 27, 2024

In an unexpected turn of events, the US has secured the release of three Americans who had been held captive in China for several years. The news broke earlier this week, with a spokesperson from the US National Security Council confirming the release of Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung. These Am

education

Honoring Native American Heritage in Coeur d'Alene

November 27, 2024

The Human Rights Education Institute (HREI) recently organized a vibrant community event to celebrate Native American Heritage Day. The celebration took place in Coeur d'Alene, a city rich in Native American history. The day was filled with activities like storytelling and beading, offering locals a