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Supreme Court’s one-sentence order closes the door to Catholic charter school – but leaves it open for future challenges
Supreme Court’s one-sentence order closes the door to Catholic charter school – but leaves it open for future challenges The US Supreme Court issued a 4-4 order on May 22, 2025, closing the door to Oklahoma’s attempt to create and fund a Roman Catholic charter school, St. Isidore of Seville. The court’s one-sentence opinion means […]
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Split Supreme Court blocks Oklahoma’s Catholic charter school − but future cases could hinge on whether charters are, at their core, public or private
Split Supreme Court blocks Oklahoma’s Catholic charter school − but future cases could hinge on whether charters are, at their core, public or private The US Supreme Court has blocked Oklahoma’s first religious charter school, St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School, from opening due to a split decision (4-4) that leaves in place the […]
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Nonprofit news media leaders are struggling to stop leaning on the foundations that say they should branch out more
Nonprofit news media leaders are struggling to stop leaning on the foundations that say they should branch out more Nonprofit news media leaders are struggling to diversify their revenue streams beyond foundations, which provide around half of all revenue, and instead rely on a single source of funding. The Knight Foundation and other funders have […]
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NOAA’s 2025 hurricane forecast warns of a busy season – a storm scientist explains why and what meteorologists are watching
NOAA’s 2025 hurricane forecast warns of a busy season – a storm scientist explains why and what meteorologists are watching NOAA’s 2025 hurricane forecast predicts an above-normal Atlantic hurricane season, with 13 to 19 named storms and 6 to 10 becoming hurricanes. The forecast relies on two large-scale climate factors: sea surface temperatures in the […]
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NASA Supports Artemis Accords Signatories Advancing Exploration
NASA Supports Artemis Accords Signatories Advancing Exploration NASA participated in an international Artemis Accords workshop to advance safe and responsible exploration of the Moon, Mars, and beyond. The Artemis Accords are a set of non-binding principles signed by 54 countries, including the US, aiming for peaceful and prosperous space exploration for all humanity. Participants from […]
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NASA Awards Project Support Bridge Contract
NASA Awards Project Support Bridge Contract NASA has awarded a bridge contract to ASRC Federal System Solutions LLC for financial support and project planning services. The contract, worth up to $98 million, will have a 13-month period of performance starting May 24. The scope of work includes business functions such as accounting, scheduling, documentation, and […]
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NASA Astronaut to Answer Questions from Students in Washington State
NASA Astronaut to Answer Questions from Students in Washington State NASA astronaut Anne McClain will participate in an event with students from the Mobius Discovery Center in Spokane, Washington, on May 27 to answer their questions. The event, which will be streamed live on the NASA STEM YouTube Channel, aims to foster imagination and inspire […]
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Leaders used psychedelics to enforce class in the ancient Andes
Leaders used psychedelics to enforce class in the ancient Andes Researchers have discovered evidence of ancient psychedelics used by the Chavín Phenomenon society in modern-day Peru, which helped create class hierarchies in the Andes. The use of psychoactive plants like nicotine and vilca bean residue was found in snuff tubes carved from hollow bones at […]
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Leaders can promote gender equity without deepening polarization − here’s how
Leaders can promote gender equity without deepening polarization − here’s how Leaders can promote gender equity without deepening polarization by framing conversations around metrics that show how inclusion drives outcomes, rather than zero-sum thinking. The perception of gender equity efforts varies widely among men and women, highlighting the importance of involving men in the conversation […]
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Israel has promised ‘basic amount’ of food into Gaza − but its policies have already created catastrophic starvation risk for millions
Israel has promised ‘basic amount’ of food into Gaza − but its policies have already created catastrophic starvation risk for millions Israel has promised to allow a “basic amount” of food into Gaza, but its policies have created a catastrophic starvation risk for millions of Palestinians, with an estimated 14,000 babies at risk of death […]
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Israelis have a skewed view on extent of Gaza’s hunger plight − driven by censorship and media that downplay humanitarian crisis
Israelis have a skewed view on extent of Gaza’s hunger plight − driven by censorship and media that downplay humanitarian crisis Aid has only trickled into Gaza despite Israel’s announcement to ease its monthslong humanitarian blockade, leaving over 90% of Palestinians experiencing acute food insecurity. Two-thirds of Israelis oppose allowing humanitarian aid into Gaza, even […]
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In 2025, Tornado Alley has become almost everything east of the Rockies − and it’s been a violent year
In 2025, Tornado Alley has become almost everything east of the Rockies − and it’s been a violent year Tornado Alley has expanded eastward beyond traditional boundaries, encompassing almost everything east of the Rockies, leading to a violent year in 2025 with over 960 reported tornadoes as of May 22. The high number of tornadoes […]
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How states can fight climate change without the feds
How states can fight climate change without the feds A new study found that state-led action can make a significant difference in reducing carbon emissions and addressing climate change, even without federal support. The study compared the costs and technologies of a coordinated national effort to one led by 23 states that are likely to […]
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Here’s how we figured the number of guns illegally trafficked from the US across the border to Mexico
Here’s how we figured the number of guns illegally trafficked from the US across the border to Mexico Estimates suggest that between 72,819 and 258,101 firearms were sold in the US and trafficked to Mexico in 2022, with a middle-range estimate of 135,000 firearms. The flow of illicit weapons from the US to Mexico has […]
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Harvard University Sues Trump Administration Over Ban on Enrolling Foreign Students
Harvard University Sues Trump Administration Over Ban on Enrolling Foreign Students Harvard University has sued the Trump administration over its ban on enrolling foreign students, claiming it’s unconstitutional retaliation. The Department of Homeland Security had previously blocked international students from attending Harvard, citing disciplinary records and protest activity as reasons for the ban. The lawsuit […]
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Harvard fights to keep enrolling international students – 4 essential reads about their broader impact
Harvard fights to keep enrolling international students – 4 essential reads about their broader impact Harvard University has temporarily blocked a Trump administration order that would have revoked its authorization to enroll international students, escalating the ongoing conflict between the university and the White House. The Trump administration’s efforts to increase vetting and screening of […]
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Gun trafficking from the US to Mexico: The drug connection
Gun trafficking from the US to Mexico: The drug connection Gun trafficking from the US to Mexico is deeply connected to the illegal drug trade, with weapons often purchased with drug money and used to strengthen cartels. A federal investigation in Idaho uncovered a scheme to exchange pounds of narcotics for guns, including 15 pounds […]
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Golden Dome: An aerospace engineer explains the proposed nationwide missile defense system
Golden Dome: An aerospace engineer explains the proposed nationwide missile defense system The proposed Golden Dome missile defense system aims to protect the United States from ballistic, cruise, and hypersonic missiles, as well as missiles launched from space. The system would require a global array of geographically distributed sensors to detect and track missile threats, […]
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Elite U.S. Universities Show Dependency on International Students
Elite U.S. Universities Show Dependency on International Students Many elite US universities, including NYU, Johns Hopkins, Columbia, and Carnegie Mellon, rely heavily on international students to fill their classrooms and research programs. The share of international students at these top universities has been growing over the past two decades, driven by rising incomes in countries […]
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Cutting HIV aid means undercutting US foreign and economic interests − Nigeria shows the human costs
Cutting HIV aid means undercutting US foreign and economic interests − Nigeria shows the human costs The Trump administration’s decision to restrict access to HIV prevention funding, including preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP), threatens to derail two decades of bipartisan investment in eliminating HIV globally. The restrictions would cut off ongoing treatment for millions of people and […]
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5 years after George Floyd’s murder: How the media narrative has changed around the killing and the protests that followed
5 years after George Floyd’s murder: How the media narrative has changed around the killing and the protests that followed Five years after George Floyd’s murder, the media narrative has shifted from focusing on violence and lawlessness to reflecting on the meaning and substance of the protests that followed. The initial coverage of Floyd’s death […]
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Elon Musk’s SpaceX gets a company town in Texas
Elon Musk’s SpaceX gets a company town in Texas Residents near Boca Chica Beach in Texas have voted to become a city called Starbase, with 212 votes in favor and 6 against. The decision was made after a petition gathered enough signatures to force a vote, with only 283 people eligible to participate, mostly SpaceX […]
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Trump’s tariff plan is a potential death blow to your cheap online shopping
Trump’s tariff plan is a potential death blow to your cheap online shopping President Trump’s new tariff plan will significantly increase the cost of online shopping packages coming from China. The de minimis exemption, which allowed low-value packages to enter the US duty-free, has been removed and will no longer be in effect as of […]
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Fubo isn’t giving up on its Venu-like sports bundle
Fubo isn’t giving up on its Venu-like sports bundle Fubo is continuing to work on its Venu-like sports bundle, aiming to launch it for the fall sports season. The company’s CEO, David Gandler, confirmed that Fubo is negotiating content licensing agreements with broadcasters outside of Disney’s umbrella, but did not provide details on progress. Fubo’s […]
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Donald Trump’s tariffs, explained
Donald Trump’s tariffs, explained Tariffs are taxes imposed by governments on goods and services imported from abroad, and they have been imposed by US President Donald Trump on various countries, including China, Canada, and Mexico. The tariffs imposed by Trump include a 10% tax on all products from China, which was announced in February, and […]
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Trump’s first 100 days: DOGE, tariffs, TikTok, and more
Trump’s first 100 days: DOGE, tariffs, TikTok, and more Trump’s first 100 days have been marked by significant policy changes, including the ongoing tariff situation that has thrown a wrench into the global economy and led to unpredictability. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) under Brendan Carr has become a tool for censorship, with Adi Robertson […]
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Canadians will also pay more for Leica cameras as a result of US tariffs
Canadians will also pay more for Leica cameras as a result of US tariffs Leica cameras will be more expensive for Canadians due to US tariffs starting May 1st, 2025, with a seven percent price increase. The price increases are a result of Leica’s products being imported into both Canada and the US through its […]
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The chance of getting hit by a Soviet spacecraft goes up next week
The chance of getting hit by a Soviet spacecraft goes up next week A Soviet spacecraft called Kosmos 482, launched in 1972, is expected to re-enter Earth’s atmosphere around May 10th. The lander, weighing 1,091 pounds (495 kg), was designed to survive passage through Venus’ atmosphere but its parachute deployment system may not work after […]
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Trump and many GOP lawmakers want to end all funding for NPR and PBS − unraveling a US public media system that took a century to build
Trump and many GOP lawmakers want to end all funding for NPR and PBS − unraveling a US public media system that took a century to build The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) is facing a potential end to federal funding, which could impact NPR and PBS’s ability to operate. The CPB was established in […]
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Despite Supreme Court setback, children’s lawsuits against climate change continue
Despite Supreme Court setback, children’s lawsuits against climate change continue Despite a setback at the US Supreme Court in March 2025, children’s lawsuits against climate change continue to gain momentum. The public trust doctrine, an ancient legal principle, has become a key strategy for American children seeking to reduce the effects of climate change. The […]
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