As the pandemic eases, Americans splurging a little, saving, and paying down their debt
“While COVID-19 upended nearly every corner of American life, many are starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel and are ready for a reset.” That’s the…
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Appeals court looking into new charge against officers accused in George Floyd’s death
(MINNEAPOLIS) — A Minnesota appeals court on Thursday announced it is considering prosecutors’ request to file an additional charge against three former Minneapolis police officers accused in George Floyd’s death. Former…
Will the mullet make a post-pandemic comeback? One in five guys say yes
During the COVID-19 pandemic, you may have noticed all that social distancing was especially rough when it comes to your hair — and everybody else’s. With salons and barbers shuttered…
Democrats aim to close gun loopholes with new legislation
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) — Democrats are taking a closer look at gun loopholes and are considering legislation that could help prevent mass shootings. Congresswoman Val Demings, a Florida Democrat who is one of…
No charges for deputies in Andrew Brown Jr. shooting, district attorney says
(ELIZABETH CITY, N.C.) — No charges will be filed against North Carolina sheriff’s deputies who shot and killed Andrew Brown Jr., a 42-year-old Black man. Brown’s family maintains that he was “executed” by authorities…
Survey shows Americans feeling smarter, more conscientious because of the pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic undoubtedly changed the world, but did it change some people for the better? A new survey of 2,000 Americans shows that 70% say they learned something new…
Supreme Court agrees to take up abortion case, fueling concerns over Roe V. Wade’s future
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) — The U.S. Supreme Court, which leans conservative, has agreed to take up a major abortion case that has reproductive right activists concerned about the future of Roe…
WHO study says working a 55-hour week increases your risk of death by 35%
You might want to re-think your next Zoom meeting and take a walk after reading this. A World Health Organization study says working too much killed an estimated 745,000 people…
Survey says 70% of Americans want to hit the road to ditch their “quaranteam”
Sure, your quaranteam — that is, the people in your quarantine bubble — got you through the darkest days of the pandemic, but a new survey shows Americans now want to put some distance…
CDC mandates school mask guidelines remain in effect for rest of year
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) — After the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stated last week that fully vaccinated Americans may enjoy certain indoor activities without having to wear a mask, the organization maintained that all…