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“We Buy Ugly Houses” Franchise Accused of Exploiting Vulnerable Homeowners
Texas, USA: A new investigation revealed that HomeVestors of America—famed for its “We Buy Ugly Houses” ads—allegedly preys on desperate...
Mali’s Military Regime Dissolves Political Parties, Silences Opposition
Bamako, Mali: In a sweeping authoritarian move, Mali’s junta announced the dissolution of all political parties and escalated its crackdown on...
Activists Push for Closure of Private Immigration Detention Centers, Citing Abuses
In light of recent allegations of substandard living conditions and abuse, immigration rights groups are calling on federal and state authorities...
New Study Exposes Racial Disparities in Traffic Stops Across Major US Cities
A comprehensive report from Colorlines and The Marshall Project reveals pronounced racial discrepancies in traffic stops, finding that Black and...
Columbia University Suspends Dozens After Gaza Protest—Innocent Bystanders Caught Up
More than 65 Columbia University students—some merely studying, others covering the scene—have been suspended following a pro-Palestinian protest...
Columbia to Pay $750 Million to Survivors of Abusive Gynecologist, One of Largest Settlements in Academia
Columbia University has agreed to a $750 million settlement to resolve claims from 230 women who alleged sexual abuse by former gynecologist Dr....
White South African “Refugees” Spark Debate Over U.S. Immigration Priorities
A group of around 20 white South Africans, citing racial persecution, will soon be resettled in the U.S. under a Trump-era policy. While they...
New Federal Report on Pregnancy in Prison Reveals Gaps in Care
For the first time, the Bureau of Justice Statistics has released data on pregnant inmates, counting over 1,100 pregnant admissions to federal and...
Lawsuit Challenges New Delays in Reuniting Migrant Kids
Advocacy groups are suing the Biden administration over stricter vetting rules that allegedly delay releasing unaccompanied migrant kids to...
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