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Service members battling eating disorders may not receive the help they need as the military pushes a "warrior ethos" and "lethality." ...

Peltola, a Democrat who made history with her 2022 election to the U.S. House, is widely seen as a top Democratic recruit for Alaska’s open governor’s race in 2026.

Advocates worry the military’s focus on "fit, not fat" is silencing service members who struggle with their body image.

Rep. Ayanna Pressley on Thursday called for a congressional hearing to amplify the voices of trafficking survivors abused by Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell and their associates, in a letter shared ...

A preliminary investigation into Ryan Walters suggests a technical glitch led to an inappropriate movie auto-playing during a closed-door board meeting, but tensions remain high.

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Democratic lawmakers fled the state to protest a Trump-backed redistricting plan. For the mothers among them, leaving meant juggling summer milestones, first days of school — and showing their kids ...

Outrage over the "good genes" ad comes in a time of heightened concerns about white supremacy and its historical ties to eugenics.

Persistent harassment and threats of violence may be impacting who decides to become an elected official or candidate — especially for parents of young children.

Next month, beauty brand Ami Colé will shutter, marking an unfortunate reality for many Black-owned businesses — what happens when financial interest dries up? Founder Diarrha N’Diaye-Mbaye’s July ...

2026 races to watch: Familiar political leaders and new faces are vying to replace term-limited Mills in the solidly Democratic state.