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Evolving faith: How America’s religious landscape is changing
As Americans observe Ramadan, Easter and Passover, the trend of declining religious service attendance persists, according to recent findings from Gallup and the Pew Research Center. The latest Gallup poll highlights a notable decrease across multiple faiths in the U.S., with only 30% of Americans now attending weekly services — a drop from 42% two… -
Meta’s Oversight Board rules ban on Islamic term harms free speech
After a detailed review, Meta’s independent Oversight Board has advised ending the widespread ban on the Arabic word “shaheed” on Tuesday, March 26. This term, translating to “Islamic martyr” but also meaning “to bear witness” or “testify” in Arabic, was found to overly restrict content from millions of users. The board noted that Meta’s approach… -
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. selects his vice president, Nicole Shanahan
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has selected Nicole Shanahan as his vice president. Shanahan, a 38-year-old Silicon Valley lawyer and philanthropist, was previously married to Google co-founder Sergey Brin. Announcing her partnership with Kennedy at an event in her hometown of Oakland, California, Shanahan stated she was inspired by Kennedy to leave the Democratic Party.… -
Judge issues gag order on Trump in New York hush money case
The New York judge overseeing a criminal case against Donald Trump concerning hush money payments has placed a gag order on the former president, limiting public comments about individuals connected to the case. This move comes after Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg requested the restriction. Judge Juan Merchan said Trump has a history of making “threatening, inflammatory, denigrating”… -
6 workers presumed dead in Baltimore bridge collapse
Six people are presumed dead after the major bridge collapse in Baltimore, and former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel is out at NBC News just days after joining the network. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, March 27, 2024. 6 missing workers presumed dead after Baltimore bridge collapse Divers will return to… -
Cocoa crisis: Soaring chocolate costs; global heatwaves, disease
As Easter approaches, the shadow of chocolate despair appears yet again. This time, the cause is the skyrocketing cost of cocoa, which has surged to an unprecedented high of $9,000 per metric ton. These record-breaking prices are attributed to severe heat and drought conditions, especially in key cocoa-producing regions like Africa’s Ivory Coast and Ghana.… -
Controversial deepfake Kari Lake video shows ease of AI disinformation
The Arizona Agenda, a newsletter that covers state politics, created a video using artificial intelligence to manipulate footage and make it seem as if Kari Lake was endorsing its coverage. The video showcased AI’s capabilities to create convincing videos that could blur the line between reality and fiction. Stan Barnes, president of Copper State Consulting… -
Homeland Security raids homes of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Homeland Security agents raids targeted multiple homes owned by hip-hop mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs on Monday, March 25. Several news outlets have reported that the searches are part of a sex-trafficking investigation. Armed Homeland Security agents conducted raids at homes in Los Angeles and Miami. Video from Fox 11 in Los Angeles captured armed officers entering… -
Florida Gov. DeSantis signs bill restricting social media for kids
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Monday that sets age limits for social media use in the state. Under the new law, children under 14 are prohibited from creating social media accounts, and those aged 14 and 15 will need parental consent to join platforms. “Ultimately, [we’re] trying to help parents navigate this very… -
Major bridge collapses in Baltimore after ship collision; search and rescue underway
A major bridge collapses in Baltimore after being struck by a ship — sending multiple people into the water. And, Homeland Security raids the homes of hip-hop mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs as part of an ongoing investigation. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Major bridge collapses in Baltimore,… -
Mexican president asks US to send $20B to Latin America, legalize migrants
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador is focusing on immigration, trade and the fentanyl crisis as he enters the final six months of his presidency. In an interview with CBS’ “60 Minutes,” López Obrador discussed his ongoing influence on the future of U.S.-Mexico relations and his vision for the coming months. After a record-breaking influx… -
Boeing braces for big shake-up: Leadership changes and safety checks
Boeing Co. is at a critical juncture with substantial leadership changes on the horizon. CEO Dave Calhoun announced his plan to step down at the conclusion of 2024, signaling a shift for the aerospace titan amid persistent challenges. In tandem, Boeing’s chair of the board, Larry Kellner, will not pursue reelection, and Stan Deal, the… -
Chuck Todd blasts NBC News for hiring former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel
NBC News is facing criticism from within its own ranks following the recent addition of former Republican National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel to its team. Chuck Todd, a prominent political reporter and former moderator of “Meet the Press,” expressed strong disapproval of the network’s decision during Sunday’s program to current moderator Kristen Welker. Todd, now serving as…
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IL undocumented immigrant health care program 286% costlier than expected
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