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First LookIn Texas, local police will act as immigration enforcers. Is it legal?A new Texas law allows local police to arrest undocumented migrants and gives local judges authority to order them to leave the country – testing the limits of immigration enforcement, a federal responsibility.
First LookHow Saudis changed the game of international sports in 2023One year ago, the idea of Saudi-owned sports in the international market raised questions of “sportwashing” and ethical dilemmas. Since then, the conversation has evolved into just how much Saudis will invest in athletes, especially in the world of golf.
Pricey holiday sweets? Why sugar outpaces grocery inflation.Finally, food inflation is starting to slow. But sugar prices are still rising at a high rate. Now the push is on to reform the federal government program that subsidizes sugar farmers.
Monitor BreakfastA lively breakfast with Cornel West, presidential candidateDr. West, a prominent intellectual, progressive activist, and now candidate for president, denied his campaign could hurt President Biden and addressed antisemitism on U.S. campuses.
‘My second home.’ Teaching music helps asylum-seeker hit a rhythm.A Venezuelan conductor and asylum-seeker finds purpose through teaching at a music school in Denver.
First LookIs self-checkout efficient or unnecessary? It depends who you ask.During the busiest shopping season of the year, self-checkout might be having a reckoning. While the promise of self-checkout means customers can avoid long lines, retailers are grappling with theft and some customers’ frustration with technology.
First LookFlood flight: How climate change is pushing millions in US to moveThe threat of climate change and flood risk is forcing millions of Americans to relocate. In a new report, however, researchers are finding this doesn’t mean moving to a new state, people are simply looking for somewhere close by on higher ground.
First LookJury awards huge damages to Georgia election workers over Giuliani liesA jury has awarded $148 million in damages to two former Georgia election workers who sued Rudy Giuliani for defamation over lies he spread about them in 2020.
Photography as an act of trust
‘Small stories’ add up to big impact
First LookAir Force upgrade: gigantic Sentinel missile to replace Cold War techThe United States Air Force is overhauling its nuclear missiles with the most major upgrade since the Cold War era. But the 21st-century technology brings 21st-century challenges, including how to protect the missiles from cybersecurity attacks.
The ExplainerHouse GOP backs impeachment ‘inquiry.’ What does that mean?GOP leaders say the vote was needed to counter White House stonewalling of requests for information. But even some Republicans say there’s no evidence so far of presidential wrongdoing.
Monitor BreakfastWhy Cornel West runs in 2024: Alternative to ‘fascism’ and ‘neoliberalism’Presidential candidate and public intellectual Cornel West sits down with reporters at a Monitor Breakfast to talk about his candidacy and the future of America.
Supreme Court pushed abortion to states. A year later, it’s back.The Supreme Court overturned women’s constitutional right to an abortion and said it was up to the states to decide legality. A year later, the issue is headed back to the high court.
FocusSchooled in ‘social justice,’ more students flock to Palestinian causeA generational divide over Israel has roiled college campuses and led to the resignation of one Ivy League president. For many, views about the conflict reflect the context in which they came of age.
- FocusSchooled in ‘social justice,’ more students flock to Palestinian cause
A generational divide over Israel has roiled college campuses and led to the resignation of one Ivy League president. For many, views about the conflict reflect the context in which they came of age.
First LookWomen ran 6 of 8 Ivy League schools. Then came the Israel-Hamas war.The university presidents called to testify before a congressional hearing on antisemitism on their campuses were all women. Yet, men still outnumber women by a 2-to-1 ratio in college presidencies and women of color account for just 1 in 10 presidents.
First LookPenn president steps down after backlash from congressional testimonyUniversity of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill resigned Dec. 9 amid pressure from donors and criticism over testimony relating to antisemitism.
First LookNashville store gives dignity of choice, free gifts for those in needFor two days starting Dec. 8, The Store, a free referral-based grocer in Nashville, is turning into a winter wonderland with free holiday children’s gifts for parents in need. Dignity of choice is The Store’s premise this winter, and throughout the year.
Nikki Haley has some momentum. Her challenge is still immense.Some strategists say former President Donald Trump’s support is softer than it looks. But there’s a lot of ground for any rival candidate to make up.
