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Black Women Reassess Political Role After Trump's Win

November 25, 2024

The 2024 election brought a wave of disappointment for many Black women. Teja Smith, founder of Get Social, feels the country has spoken and it's time to take a step back. After Trump's win, despite his divisive rhetoric and actions, many Black women are reevaluating their role in politics and socia

environment

Climate Deal at Cop29: Is It Fair for All?

November 25, 2024

The climate finance deal agreed at Cop29 has faced criticism from negotiators of some countries. The deal aims to triple the amount of money given to poorer countries to fight climate change, but it falls short of the $1. 3 trillion requested by developing nations. Instead, it sets a goal of $300 bi

politics

Black Women Reevaluate Their Role in US Politics

November 24, 2024

When Donald Trump won re-election, many Black women felt disheartened and started rethinking their roles as political organizers. These women have historically been at the forefront of social and political change in the US, but after Trump's victory, some are considering taking a step back. They've

politics

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

politics

Why Trump's Sentence Hit Pause Button

November 23, 2024

In an unexpected turn, a New York judge has pushed back Donald Trump's sentencing. Why the sudden change? Trump was found guilty of 34 crimes linked to a "hush money" case before the 2016 election. His team isn't pleased and wants the case thrown out. They argue that if the judge agrees, a new trial

health

Justice Health Research: A Decade of Progress and Gaps

November 23, 2024

In the last decade, a new field called justice health research has popped up. It's like a bridge between the worlds of public health and the justice system. To make sure this area of study is fair and focused, researchers are taking a close look at what's been done so far. They're checking for any m

crime

College Student’s Killer Convicted: Trump’s Stance on Immigration

November 21, 2024

Earlier this year, a university student named Laken Riley tragically lost her life while jogging on the University of Georgia campus. The case took a political turn when former President Donald Trump shared his thoughts on the matter. A man from Venezuela, Jose Ibarra, was convicted for the murder o

crime

A Dark Day in Court: Justice for Laken

November 21, 2024

Last Wednesday, a judge put an end to the tragic story of Laken Riley, a bright 22-year-old nursing student, by sentencing Jose Ibarra to life in prison without parole. Prosecutors argued that Ibarra, who was in the country illegally, attacked Riley after she courageously refused to be harmed. This

politics

Big Tech's Unexpected Ally: The Story of Gaetz

November 20, 2024

Representative Gaetz has long been vocal about his critical stance on Big Tech power and has even partnered with Democrats to support regulation efforts. Despite his controversial past, including investigations for sex trafficking and misconduct, he was recently chosen as attorney general, causing q

crime

Brooklyn Jail Sees Unlikely Neighbors: Tekashi 6ix9ine and Diddy in Same Unit

November 20, 2024

Imagine this: Tekashi 6ix9ine, the rapper known for his colorful hair and dramatic legal troubles, is sharing living space with none other than Sean "Diddy" Combs at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn. This unlikely pairing came to light after 6ix9ine, whose real name is Daniel Hern