U.S. Life Expectancy Ticked Up in 2022, CDC Data Finds
A report published Thursday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report shows that between 2021 and 2022, Americans’ overall life expectancy increased by about a year.
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Nonbinary Teen Nex Benedict Died By Suicide, Medical Examiner Finds
Medical examiners ruled on Wednesday that Nex Benedict, a nonbinary Oklahoma student assaulted in a school bathroom, died by suicide last month.
Kellyanne Conway Is Pushing Back Against Threats To TikTok In Congress: Reports
Kellyanne Conway, who used to serve as an aide to former President Donald Trump, is pushing back against bipartisan efforts that could lead to a potential ban of the social media app TikTok in the U.S.
New Study Suggests Anti-Asian Hate And Fear Remain High In New York City
Despite some reports that anti-Asian hate crimes are declining in New York, Asian Americans in the city still fear for their safety and remain hypervigilant in public settings, according to a new study.
Ousted Rep. George Santos Announces Plan To Run For Congress Again
Just three months after being expelled from Congress and after declaring he would not seek reelection,former Republican New York Rep. George Santos has decided that he will throw his hat back in the ring.
Biden Tackles Age Concerns Head On In State Of The Union
President Joe Biden attempted to put concerns about him being too old to run for reelection to rest during the State of the Union on Thursday.
Alabama Republicans Push Forward An Anti-DEI Bill
Alabama lawmakers are pushing forward a bill that would ban diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, and offices in certain public entities, state agencies and universities, joining anti-DEI efforts led by Republicans in states across the country.
Proposed Federal Rules Aim To Keep Airlines From Breaking Passengers' Wheelchairs
The Department of Transportation proposed regulationson Thursday would make it easier to hold airlines accountable for damaging passengers’ wheelchairs in an effort to improve air travel for disabled customers.