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Ukraine, Russian Negotiators Say They’re Inching Closer to Peace Deal
Many items still need to be negotiated, and increases in militarization from the U.S. could interfere with the talks.
Labor Board Finds Starbucks Illegally Retaliated Against Union Organizers
The complaint came just one day before Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson announced that he’s stepping down.
Book Reveals Sinema Has Been Marketing Herself as Anti-Government to GOP Donors
A new book reveals that Sinema has been throwing her own party under the bus behind closed doors.
Extradition Looms for Assange After UK Supreme Court Refuses to Hear His Appeal
Press freedom and human rights groups and Julian Assange’s fiancée have all condemned the latest barrier to his freedom.
Marina Ovsyannikova Refuses to Retract Antiwar Statements in Moscow Court
“I still believe that Russia committed a crime by attacking Ukraine,” Ovsyannikova said in the courtroom.
Doulas Push Back Against California’s Proposal to Pay Them Shockingly Low Rates
It's time for Medicaid to pay for doulas -- and pay them fairly, say birth workers and their advocates.
Biden Calls Out Oil and Gas Companies as Oil Prices Drop But Gas Remains High
“Oil and gas companies shouldn’t pad their profits at the expense of hardworking Americans,” Biden said.
Tennessee Republicans Advance Abortion Bill That’s More Extreme Than Texas Law
The bill would let residents sue providers for $10,000 if they provided an abortion at any stage of pregnancy.
Global Nurses Union Says Russian Attacks on Hospitals Amount to War Crimes
Russia should “choose an immediate ceasefire,” the international group of nurses said in a statement.
White House Says Funding for Testing and Vaccines for Uninsured May Run Out Soon
The funding may lapse after Republicans staunchly opposed appropriating only $15 billion for COVID-related measures.