Thursday, November 12, 2026

Family of jailed Saudi feminist Loujain Al-Hathloul: She was waterboarded, flogged & electrocuted

The Saudi government has resisted calls from human rights groups and lawmakers from around the world to release Loujain and the other jailed activists.

Unhappy holidays: Houston police force homeless people to throw away food

On Thursday, the Houston Police Department targeted a group of homeless advocates who were attempting to hand out hot food and gifts to the homeless.

What Moved Marriage Equality from Taboo to Justice?

It's an inspiring story of our society's continuing struggle to evolve toward dignity and mutual respect. And on June 26, the Supreme Court helped evolve our country toward dignity and mutual respect as well as love.

Philadelphia Passes Paid Sick-Leave Law

Philadelphia City Council approved a bill on Thursday that mandates companies with 10 or more employees to provide their workers the opportunity to earn up to five days’ paid sick leave. The mayor, who changed his position on the issue, announced he would sign it.

Police sergeant under investigation after grabbing officer’s throat on video

During a recent interview, Sunrise Police Chief Anthony Rosa stated, “I find it to be inappropriate and unprofessional, because what he did is he escalated the situation when calm was actually required.”

‘Morally obscene’: Sanders blasts GOP, Manchin over 41% spike in child poverty

"How did this happen? Fifty Republicans and one corporate Democrat allowed the $300-a-month Child Tax Credit to expire," said Sen. Bernie Sanders.
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Video: Police stop South Carolina mayor driving lawnmower with beer

Gardner has not been criminally charged or cited despite committing numerous violations on police dash cam video.
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Profit over safety: Boeing supplier ignored safety warnings before jet door blowout, The Lever...

Warnings went unheeded, and the employees were told to falsify records, according to a new investigation by The Lever on a federal complaint filed by workers at Spirit.

California’s $20 minimum wage for fast food workers goes into effect: A milestone in...

Fast food workers at establishments with at least 60 locations nationwide will see their wages increase to $20 an hour, a substantial uplift from the federal minimum wage of $7.25.

States Repped By Energy Science-Denying Republicans Leading Way on Wind Power

These Republicans have supported legislation that has helped finance wind investments, but have also adopted Republican dogma on climate science.