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Government & Politics

Historic moments from past political conventions

Kamala Harris speaks onstage during the first day of the Democratic National Convention.

Government & Politics

Are local officials duty-bound to certify elections? Arizona ruling creates new doubt

Cochise County Supervisor Peggy Judd, center, bows her head in prayer during the inauguration of the Southern Arizona Regional Border Operations Center in Sierra Vista, Arizona.

Government & Politics

Texas lawmakers hear concerns about bill to require proof of citizenship for voting

A voting site is seen within the SpaceX projects area in Brownsville, Texas, on May 3, 2025.

Government & Politics

Trump is targeting sanctuary cities. But what is a sanctuary city, anyway?

People hold signs in support of sanctuary city mayors outside the U.S. capitol, on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 in Washington, D.C.

Government & Politics

Latinas hold more state legislature seats than ever before

Sade Elhawary, left, cheers during her campaign kickoff for 2024 for California Assembly District 57

Military

Industry trends driving vehicle innovation in defense

Type-X Robotic Combat Vehicle configured for mine and route clearance by Milrem Robotics, at the Eurosatory Defense and Security expo, on June 21, 2024 in France.

Military

Battling fatigue: Why veterans are at risk for hormone imbalance

Paratroopers getting ready to be deployed.

Military

Most military spouses have relocated at least once—here are their most common challenges

A man in camo and a young girl moving boxes into a house.

Military

How does the VA support the nearly half of veterans who are 65 and older?

An older veteran saluting with an American flag waving in the background.

Military

Veteran homelessness is on the rise despite government efforts—here's how it happens

A man is seated against a backdrop of a military dog tag and an American flag.

Politics

Government & Politics

Latinas hold more state legislature seats than ever before

Sade Elhawary, left, cheers during her campaign kickoff for 2024 for California Assembly District 57

Government & Politics

Without AmeriCorps rural communities will lose essential social services

Americorps reading tutor Kelly Meany, L, gives one-on-one reading instructions to 7-year-old 2nd grader Madissen Moody at C.W. Harris Elementary School in D.C where Corps members play a huge role in DC public schools, teaching kids to read and acting as role models, on Friday, September 19, 2014

Government & Politics

Are local officials duty-bound to certify elections? Arizona ruling creates new doubt

Cochise County Supervisor Peggy Judd, center, bows her head in prayer during the inauguration of the Southern Arizona Regional Border Operations Center in Sierra Vista, Arizona.

Government & Politics

Texas lawmakers hear concerns about bill to require proof of citizenship for voting

A voting site is seen within the SpaceX projects area in Brownsville, Texas, on May 3, 2025.

Government & Politics

Trump is targeting sanctuary cities. But what is a sanctuary city, anyway?

People hold signs in support of sanctuary city mayors outside the U.S. capitol, on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 in Washington, D.C.

World

International

How preferred communication methods vary in different countries

Woman walking outdoors wearing a hat and talking on cell phone.

International

The richest royals in the world

King Charles and Prince William attend The Order of The Garter service at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle on June 13, 2022 in Windsor, England.

International

These countries have the most mobile phone users

Group of young people using smartphone sitting in a bench.

International

Former world leaders who were prosecuted after leaving office

Donald Trump speaks during a retreat with Republican lawmakers at Camp David in Thurmont, Maryland, January 6, 2018.

Portugal Golden Visa: Approvals down, family permits up in 2024

Panoramic view of the capital of Madeira island Funchal, Portugal.

News

How mortgage rates have changed since 1972

Close-up of a sign reading "Sold" in bright orange in front of a house and lawn full of boxes.

News

Found it cheaper elsewhere? Here are 5 risks when buying from third-party sellers online

A woman typing in her credit card details while online shopping

Social Issues

How many LGBT people have children in every state

Two women and their son sitting on porch

News

Resistance and revolts: 5 significant uprisings by enslaved people in US history

Military

A history of US military ships—from the Revolutionary War to today

View of crowds gathered at the 96th Street Pier to watch the USS Arizona leading the fleet in a naval review for Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels, upon the fleet's arrival home at the end of the First World War, NY December 1918.

Government & Politics

The first Jan. 6 hearing by the numbers

Serena Liebengood, the widow of U.S. Capitol Police officer Howard Liebengood, Sandra Garza, the long-time partner of fallen Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick, U.S. Capitol Police Officer Pfc. Harry Dunn, and U.S. Capitol Police Sgt. Aquilino Gonell listen during a hearing held by the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the U.S. Capitol on June 09, 2022 on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.

News

States that issue the most speeding tickets

A cop writing a speeding ticket

News

How gas prices have changed in every state in 2022

A man pumping gas with green and yellow gas pumps in the foreground

Social Issues

Since COVID-19, 21% of American adults live with a mental health disorder—how it varies by age

Male patient consulting with doctor

Social Issues

History of online security, from CAPTCHA to multifactor authentication

Hands typing on laptop