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Law
Trump-Backed Immigration Bills Face Uphill Battle in the Senate
Marcus Dieterle | July 7, 2017Civil rights groups say the bills would make the U.S. less safe.
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Energy and Environment
France Reveals Series of New Environmental Measures
Gabe Fernandez | July 7, 2017A big move for a major player in Western Europe.
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Technology
Can Twitter Ban Donald Trump for Cyberbullying?
Anne Grae Martin | July 6, 2017Some people believe Trump's tweets at "Morning Joe" hosts qualify as cyberbullying.
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Technology
Germany Passes Law to Fine Social Media Companies that Fail to Remove Hate Speech
Celia Heudebourg | July 6, 2017The controversial law is the toughest of its kind in Europe.
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Technology
Some States Are Making it More Expensive to Buy Electric Cars
James Levinson | July 6, 2017That new Tesla may cost you more than advertised.
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World
France to Make 11 Vaccines Mandatory for All Children in 2018
Gabe Fernandez | July 6, 2017Only three are currently required.
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Politics
With “Beachgate,” Chris Christie’s Approval Ratings Take a Plunge
Josh Schmidt | July 6, 2017Christie was once a rising political star...
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Crime
New South Carolina Law Requires Officers to Undergo Mental Health Training
Alec Siegel | July 6, 2017The law applies to all 16,000 law enforcement officers in the state.
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World
Scotland to Presume Consent for Organ Donation with “Soft Opt-Out” Law
Celia Heudebourg | July 6, 2017It's a growing trend, despite ethical debates.
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RantCrush
RantCrush Top 5: July 6, 2017
Emma Von Zeipel | July 6, 2017Hobby Lobby’s crafty smuggling scheme.
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Society and Culture
CNN Faces Backlash for Article About Reddit User Who Made Trump Video
Emma Von Zeipel | July 6, 2017The video featured Trump wrestling with the CNN logo.
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Politics
What You Need to Know About Puerto Rico’s Debt Crisis
James Levinson | July 5, 2017What will it take for Puerto Rico to escape the crisis?
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Law
Miami Judge Rules “Stand Your Ground” Law Revisions Are Unconstitutional
Marcus Dieterle | July 5, 2017The law requires prosecutors to prove in pretrial hearings that a defendant wasn't acting in self-defense.
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Entertainment
Fyre Festival Organizer Arrested, Charged With Wire Fraud
Avery Anapol | July 5, 2017The disastrous festival saga continues!
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Weird News
Will Snorting Cacao Powder Become Popular? The FDA May Need to Decide
Josh Schmidt | July 5, 2017Is this really the best idea?
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Energy and Environment
Federal Appeals Court Hands EPA Admin Scott Pruitt Legal Defeat
Alec Siegel | July 5, 2017Pruitt has spent the past few months erasing Obama's environmental rules.
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RantCrush
RantCrush Top 5: July 5, 2017
Emma Von Zeipel | July 5, 2017Thomas Jefferson is just not cool enough for the Trump party.
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Politics
Trump’s Quest to Prove His Claim About Voter Fraud: What You Need to Know
Alec Siegel | July 3, 2017A majority of states will not comply with Trump's effort.
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Sports
Could a “Millionaire Tax” Affect Boston’s Ability to Attract NBA Stars?
Gabe Fernandez | July 3, 2017The odd battle over Gordon Hayward.
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Cannabis in America
Cannabis in America July 2017: Sin City Welcomes Legal Weed
Alexis Evans | July 3, 2017Check out the July Cannabis in America Newsletter!
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RantCrush
RantCrush Top 5: July 3, 2017
Emma Von Zeipel | July 3, 2017Chris Christie: From Bridgegate to Beachgate.
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News
ICYMI: Best of the Week
Alexis Evans | July 3, 2017Check out Law Street's best of the week!
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Law
Maryland Becomes First State to Pass Law Protecting Planned Parenthood Funding
Marcus Dieterle | July 2, 2017A new Maryland law will protect funding for Planned Parenthood's health care services if Congress cuts federal funding.
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World
North Korea Proclaims a Death Wish for Former South Korean President Park Geun-hye
James Levinson | July 2, 2017The attack could take place "any time, any place."
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Politics
NRA Video Sparks Reactions from Both Supporters and Opponents
Josh Schmidt | July 1, 2017The inflammatory ad angered many.