Virginia House Republicans defeated by Supreme Court ruling. What We Know: The Supreme Court ruled against Republican delegates who appealed a lower courts ruling on […]
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Facebook introduces ‘Libra’ a new cryptocurrency app
Facebook is launching a new cryptocurrency element that will be embedded into the app. What We Know: Libra is a new cryptocurrency Facebook plans to […]
Another American has died in the Dominican Republic
Joseph Allen was found dead in his hotel room on June 13. What We Know Joseph Allen, 55, is the latest American tourist to pass […]
The US will Send Another 1,000 Troops and more to the Middle East
The Pentagon announced on Monday that the US will be sending more troops to The Niddle East amid rising tensions with Iran. What We Know: […]
North Carolina Recreation Center Under Fire for Racist Pool Policies
The Wendell Outdoor Recreation Center is under fire for their racist rules this week. What We Know: The owners of the center stated in the […]
New York District Attorney Declines to Review Convictions made by CP5 Prosecutors
New York City officials are calling for a thorough review of the cases prosecuted by Linda Fairstein, but the current Manhattan District Attorney is refusing […]
Brazil Supreme Court Officially Outlaws Gender and Sexuality Discrimination
The remaining members of Brazil’s Supreme Court voted Thursday, June 13, to criminalize discrimination based on gender or sexuality. What We Know… Six of the […]
Police Advocacy group wants Dallas police chief ousted: ‘She’s in over her head’
On Wednesday June 12, the National Latino Law Enforcement Organization’s Dallas Chapter called for the “immediate removal” of Chief Renee Hall. What We Know: In a […]
Mississippi Restaurant Employee Fired After Racist Slur on Receipt
An employee at a Mississippi restaurant “Who Dat’s” has been fired and banned from the property after printing a racist slur on the receipt of […]
Prince Harry Celebrates First Father’s Day
The Duke of Sussex Prince Harry celebrated his first Father’s Day on Sunday. View this post on Instagram Happy Father’s Day! And wishing […]