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A Look At Georgia's Landmark Law That Protects Salt Marshes, An Iconic State Landscape

Georgia's law that preserves salt marshes serves as a buffer against the sea level rise and extreme weather caused by climate change.

Federal Relief May Come Too Late For Some Black Farmers In Kansas

The USDA is planning to give $4 billion to Black farmers to make amends for decades of damage caused by discrimination. That move has been temporarily blocked by a federal court in Florida.

Blast walls and a few buildings can be seen at the Bagram air base after the American military left in Parwan province north of Kabul on Monday.

Afghan And American Officials Dispute The Details Of The U.S. Pullout From Bagram

Afghan military officials say the U.S. left in secret and turned the electricity off on the way out. The Pentagon pushed back. It's yet another mishap in the rocky U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.

#FreeBritney activists protesting outside a Los Angeles courthouse, sporting a sign that reads "Investigate Ingham!"

Britney Spears' Lawyer, Samuel Ingham III, Requests To Resign

The court appointed lawyer has represented the pop star since the beginning of her conservatorship. At Spears' explosive hearing last month, she expressed wishes to hire her own lawyer.

The delta variant, first detected in India, is spreading across the globe and is now the dominant variant in the U.S., according to estimates by the CDC.

Delta Is Now The Dominant Coronavirus Variant In The U.S.

The CDC released new estimates showing the highly contagious delta variant now accounts for more than 51% of cases in the U.S. In some parts of the country, the strain is responsible for 80% of cases.

Alice Dearing, who is slated to become the first ever Black woman to represent Great Britain in swimming at the Olympics this year, is an ambassador for Soul Cap, a swim cap made for natural Black hair.

A Swim Cap Made For Black Hair Will Get A Second Look From Swimming's Governing Body

The International Swimming Federation said it would reconsider its decision barring the cap from being used in competition, following criticism that the ruling discriminated against Black swimmers.

A view of the Phoenix Suns Arena before the game between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Phoenix Suns during Game One of the 2021 NBA Finals on July 6, 2021 at Phoenix Suns Arena.

Bucks And Suns Vie For Title As Injuries And Broadcast Controversy Cloud NBA Finals

Milwaukee's last title was 50 years ago; Phoenix has never won. But for now, all eyes are on Giannis Antetokounmpo's left knee.

U.S. Sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson Left Off Relay List, Won't Compete At Olympics

Sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson won't be competing at the Tokyo Olympics. USA Track & Field kept her off the roster following her positive test for marijuana after her Olympic Trials 100m win.

The Republican National Committee Was Targeted By Hackers

The RNC said one of its contractors was targeted but that no data was accessed. The attempt may be the second Russian attack on U.S. entities in recent days.

Alan Hostetter, seen here in May 2020, became a leading activist against coronavirus-related lockdown policies in Orange County, Calif. Hostetter, a former police chief and yoga instructor, is now facing conspiracy charges for his alleged role in the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.

What Led A Police Chief Turned Yoga Instructor To The Capitol Riot?

Alan Hostetter, once a police chief and yoga instructor, became known for protesting pandemic lockdowns in California. He's now facing conspiracy charges for his alleged role in the U.S. Capitol riot.

Promotora Gladis Lopez engages community members on June 23 at the Crossroads Farmers Market located at the border of Takoma Park and Langley Park, an area of suburban Maryland with a large Latino population.

Meet Maryland's Secret Weapon In The Battle To Close The Latino Vaccination Gap

Maryland is among just a handful of states where at least half of the Latino population is vaccinated. Here are the people making a difference.

Remembering Ub Iwerks, The Father Of Mickey Mouse

Walt Disney's close friend Ub Iwerks brought Mickey Mouse to life. Fifty years after his death, Iwerks' legacy is coming into focus.

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