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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.

Social Issues

New studies show how Black LGBTQ+ youth navigate discrimination. Advocates are mapping out ways to help

Illustration of young Black person crouched in vulnerable position, surrounded by painting of large hands symbolizing protection.

Social Issues

Love don't cost a thing? Behind the rise of nontraditional wedding venues

Old wooden barn decorated for wedding ceremony.

Social Issues

Texting ex-partners, flirting online, staying on dating apps: Survey reveals most common infidelity habits—and why cheaters do them

Overhead view of couple laying in bed facing away from each other in the dark while one person is scrolling on phone.

Social Issues

How Big Tech is coming together to support refugees

Two women sit on a bed in a bedroom looking at a phone.

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.

Government & Politics

Rate my president: 35% of college students favor Trump, 33% Biden, ahead of November election

A black silhouette of Trump and Biden's profiles with a U.S. flag background.

News

National test scores reveal US students losing proficiency in history and civics

A group of students taking a test. An African American male student in the front center of the image with other female students in the background.

Social Issues

10 states with the most uninsured veterans—and how the nation compares

VA Healthcare center as seen from the parking lot in Charlotte, NC with overcast clouds in the background.

News

Truck-safe city parking: 4 innovations to protect cars and pedestrians

Red semitruck parked on the side of the road.

News

The 'secret' auto insurance you didn't know existed

Green piggy bank money box in car interior, vehicle purchase, insurance or driving and motoring cost