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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

What states have the most affordable groceries?

Shopping cart focusing at the center of a grocery aisle.

News

Can electric cars be powered with solar panels?

A view from the top of a red Hyundai 2022 Sonata Hybrid, showcasing its solar power roof.

Government & Politics

Election analysis for U.S. richest and poorest counties, 2016-2022

Voters sit in Virginia at a polling place, hidden by voting booth.

Social Issues

5 garden parties made headlines and history

President and Mrs. Coolidge eat ice cream at a garden party for veterans at the White House.

Government & Politics

Are politics Americans' biggest dating deal-breaker?

Graphic illustration with donkey and elephant.

Social Issues

The rise of apps to find friends instead of romance

Two friends looking at phone together.

Social Issues

The complete guide to legally changing your name

A couple sitting on a sofa where the woman is holding a set of forms and both are engaged in discussion.

Social Issues

Which Olympic sports have had the biggest rise in popularity?

Rebeca Andrade during the Women's floor final of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

News

How abortion's legal landscape post-Roe is causing fear and confusion

Abortion rights activists yell and hold up signs during a protest in the wake of the decision overturning Roe v. Wade outside the U.S. Supreme Court Building on June 25, 2022 in Washington, DC.

News

How trucks connect the US with two of its biggest trading partners

An image of a truck superimposed over an orange map of North America.