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“It’s like seeing the train coming your way,” Kaluta, who received the news on her 24th birthday, told CNN. “And you finally get hit by it. And it hurts even more than you ever thought it would.” Mia Khatcherian, who lives in New York, said she feels guilty knowing abortion is legal in her home … Read more
In 1976, Pico was a high school student at the Island Trees Union Free School District in Levittown, New York, when the school board ordered the removal of several books from middle and high school libraries, including “Slaughterhouse-Five” by Kurt Vonnegut. and “Best Short Stories of Negro Writers” edited by Langston Hughes. The books were … Read more
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WASHINGTON, June 24 (Reuters) – Public figures from across the political spectrum reacted on Friday to the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling overturning the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision that recognized a woman’s constitutional right to abortion and legalized it nationwide. Read more PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN IN A LIVE ANNOUNCEMENT: “Today, the Supreme Court of … Read more
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Ruling allows US states to ban abortion Decision of the power of conservative judges; the dissenting liberals Biden condemns decision as ‘sad day’ for America Judge Alito calls Roe v. Wade from “grossly wrong” WASHINGTON, June 24 (Reuters) – The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade that recognized women’s … Read more
Similar protests are planned in at least 70 locations across the country on Friday and the weekend, according to CNN research. Organizations like Planned Parenthood, Bans Off Our Bodies and Women’s March are among the groups organizing the events. In the nation’s capital on Friday, a person led protesters past the Supreme Court chanting “No … Read more
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NEW YORK, June 24 (Reuters) – U.S. companies including Walt Disney Co (DIS.N) and Facebook parent company Meta Platforms Inc (META.O) said on Friday they would cover the expenses of employees s they had to travel for abortion services after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade. The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday overturned … Read more
article NEW YORK – After two years of mostly virtual offerings due to the COVID-19 pandemic, New York City Pride celebrations are back in 2022 with full-fledged in-person events, including the New York Pride March aka NYC Pride parade, plus festivals, parties and more in Manhattan. NYC Pride, a non-profit organization, produces several LGBTQ events … Read more
Ban on homeless encampments near LA schools progresses The law already protects the public right of way within 500 feet of a “sensitive” facility like schools, daycares, parks and libraries, but only if each specific location is designated by council for enforcement. ANGELS – A Los Angeles City Council committee on Thursday approved an amendment … Read more
The judge’s decision finalizes an interim settlement that was reached last month between multiple parties and prevents the claims from going to trial. The settlement amount will be awarded to survivors, families of deceased victims and owners of damaged property. The collapse of most of the Champlain Towers South building on June 24, 2021 suddenly … Read more
Interior of Astrid and Miyu’s Nolita store Astrid and Miyu Astrid & Miyu, a direct-to-consumer digital jewelry brand based in London, opens its first store in the United States today. The mint green facade and tastefully decorated interior is located in New York’s cozy Nolita neighborhood, nestled among famous digital brands like Lunya, ba&sh and … Read more