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Iraqis Tortured by US Forces “Still Have No Clear Path” to Justice or Redress
A report by Human Rights Watch found Iraqis tortured by U.S. forces 20 years ago have yet to receive any compensation.
Menendez Vows to Stay in Office as AOC, Fetterman Call for His Resignation
Sen. Bob Menendez made his first public remarks on Monday and reiterated his vow to not resign.
EVs May Produce Higher Levels of Ocean and Air Pollution Through Tire Emissions
Pollution problems caused by electric vehicles' increased tire wear can be mitigated by curbing car use and dependency.
Police Further Traumatize Sexual Assault Victims by Turning Them Into Suspects
In hundreds of cases officers have twisted trauma responses to sexual violence into evidence of false reporting.
Fleeing Violence, LGBTQ+ Ugandan Refugees Face Long Journey to Resettlement
LGBTQ+ Ugandans must navigate both dangerous homophobia and the hostility and stigma that can come with being a refugee.
Writers Secure Gains in Tentative Deal With Hollywood After Months-Long Strike
The tentative agreement includes compensation boosts for streamed content and rules restricting the use of AI.
On Yom Kippur, Solidarity With Palestinians Is a Sacred Act
Both words and actions matter. Let's reject euphemisms, decry violence against Palestinians and fight apartheid.
Gerrymandering in Wisconsin Alters Political Landscape and Raises Impeachment Threats
“I don’t think you could sell to any reasonable person that the maps are fair,” said one state Supreme Court justice.
Biden’s Advisory Council Faces Scrutiny for Water Privatization Connections
A 2016 report found customers of private water corporations paid 59% higher rates than those of public water systems.
Trump’s Political Operation Paid Over $44 Million to Witness Lawyers Since 2020
Trump is now facing allegations of witness tampering in multiple ongoing cases.