All posts by Mariam Jaffery
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Mariam Jaffery | May 12, 2017
T-Mobile is Facing a Lawsuit for the Death of a Child
A lawsuit places blame on the company after a customer was unable to reach 911.
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Mariam Jaffery | April 28, 2017
Crisis Averted: Congress Approves Funding to Avoid Government Shutdown
Members of Congress put their differences aside to pass a short-term spending bill.
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Mariam Jaffery | March 10, 2017
Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade Excludes LGBTQ Veterans, Prompting Backlash
An annual tradition sparks controversy after it excludes LGBTQ group OUTVETS.
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Mariam Jaffery | February 8, 2017
Starbucks is Offering Immigration-Related Legal Advice to its Employees
Starbucks continues to show its resistance to Trump's immigration ban.
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Mariam Jaffery | February 4, 2017
Chance the Rapper Models a New Line of Obama Appreciation Gear
The hip-hop star is showing off his gratitude for the former First Family.
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Mariam Jaffery | December 30, 2016
The Brother of JonBenét Ramsey Files Defamation Lawsuit Against CBS
A CBS special concluded that Burke Ramsey was the killer in the famous murder case.
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Mariam Jaffery | December 29, 2016
John Kerry Outlines Middle East Peace Plan in Controversial Speech
The Obama Administration and Israel = forever frenemies.
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Mariam Jaffery | December 23, 2016
“GamerGate” Target Brianna Wu is Running for Congress
Wu was a major target of harassment when GamerGate was at its peak.
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Mariam Jaffery | December 21, 2016
Radio Stations vs. Songwriters: Will Your Favorite Music Be Affected?
A legal battle could spell trouble for the struggling radio industry.
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Mariam Jaffery | December 10, 2016
The Kardashians Try to Prevent Blac Chyna from Legally Using Their Name
The latest Kardashian lawsuit could get messy.
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Mariam Jaffery | December 9, 2016
Trump’s Confusing Stances on Climate Change
Will we ever know where Trump actually stands on the issue of climate change?
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Mariam Jaffery | December 1, 2016
Why You Should Care About the French Presidential Election
Could Marine Le Pen be the "Trump" of France?
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Mariam Jaffery | November 14, 2016
Here’s How Late Night Hosts Reacted to the Election Results
If you're upset by the election results, get ready to laugh and cry at the same time.
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Mariam Jaffery | November 11, 2016
Dear Fellow Americans: Trump Doesn’t Care About Us
If you voted for Trump because you think he'll solve your problems, think again.
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Mariam Jaffery | November 7, 2016
Which States Vote the Least and Which States Vote the Most?
Who votes (and who doesn't?)
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Mariam Jaffery | November 4, 2016
What Is “Vote Trading?”
An alternative for third-party voters who don't want to help Trump get elected.
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Mariam Jaffery | November 2, 2016
A Study On Male Birth Control Ended Early Because There Were Too Many Side Effects
Apparently some men couldn't handle the mood changes and acne.
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Mariam Jaffery | August 26, 2016
Court Overturns Burkini Ban in French Town
The decision will likely set a precedent overturning the ban in other parts of the country.
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Mariam Jaffery | August 24, 2016
Did WikiLeaks Expose the Private Information of Innocent Saudi Citizens?
Exposing the personal information of innocent people has put WikiLeaks under fire.
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Mariam Jaffery | August 18, 2016
Was Ryan Lochte Lying About the Rio Robbery? Brazilian Investigation Gets Messy
Ryan Lochte's alleged Rio robbery story just got a whole lot messier.
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Mariam Jaffery | August 9, 2016
“Clock Kid” Is Back and Suing His Former City and School District
The teen from Irving, Texas became famous after he was wrongfully arrested.
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Mariam Jaffery | August 8, 2016
Could Trump Drop Out of the Race?
If the rumors turn out to be true, the move would be unprecedented.
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Mariam Jaffery | August 4, 2016
Anton Yelchin’s Parents to Sue Fiat Chrysler for Their Son’s Death
The tragic death of "Star Trek" actor Anton Yelchin continues to cause legal trouble for Fiat Chrysler.
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Mariam Jaffery | August 2, 2016
Are the Parents of a Fallen Muslim Soldier Trump’s Biggest Threat?
Khizr Khan's speech has brought Trump into a battle he cannot win.
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Mariam Jaffery | July 29, 2016
Stephen Colbert Doesn’t Own His “Colbert Report” Character
The TV show host faced legal threats after he attempted to bring his conservative alter-ego to his CBS...
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Mariam Jaffery | July 15, 2016
Is It Unconstitutional to Take Away Someone’s License for Unpaid Fines?
A lawsuit against the Virginia DMV challenges the policy.
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Mariam Jaffery | July 6, 2016
Here’s What You Need to Know About ISIS’s Weekend of Terror
Five cities in three countries were hit by the terrorist group and its adherents.
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Mariam Jaffery | June 30, 2016
The U.S. Senate Turns Zika Funding Bill Into a Partisan Battle
The bill for emergency funding was turned down by Democrats due to provisions added by Republicans.
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Mariam Jaffery | June 27, 2016
Supreme Court Decision Prevents Domestic Abusers from Owning Firearms
The court's decision closes a potential loophole for domestic abusers seeking firearms.
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Mariam Jaffery | June 27, 2016
How to Actually Move to Canada if Trump Gets Elected
It's much easier said than done.