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Dating apps are making it easier to swipe right for a match who’s vaccinated
Some of the largest dating apps are allowing users to filter potential matches by their vaccination status, while offering vaccinated users access to premium features.
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As US schools resume testing, large numbers are opting out
With new flexibility from the White House, states are adopting a patchwork of testing plans to curb the stress of exams while still capturing some data on student learning.
5 years ago
Biden betting on wage growth, while GOP warns of inflation
Officials say higher wages are a goal of President Joe Biden and a byproduct of his $1.9 trillion relief package.
5 years ago
Minnesota AG’s office to prosecute case in Wright’s death
Former Brooklyn Center Officer Kim Potter, who is white, fatally shot Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black motorist, on April 11.
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Largest container ship hits East Coast as ports see surge
Beginning last August, monthly container volume for the 10 busiest ports has surpassed 2019 levels, according to statistics compiled by the U.S. Department of Transportation.
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New York says probe into Trump Organization now a criminal inquiry
If enough evidence is found, the Trump Organization could face criminal charges from two New York prosecutors: the New York State Attorney General and the Manhattan DA.
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It’s harder than ever to buy a house, and bidding wars keep breaking out
A record low supply of homes for sale and strong demand from buyers are sending home prices to record levels and frustrating homebuyers who keep getting outbid.
5 years ago
Congress passes bill to counter the rise in anti-Asian hate crimes
The legislation, which had near-unanimous support from the Senate, now goes to President Biden's desk for his signature.
5 years ago
As mask mandates disappear, business owners left to make and enforce their own rules
The CDC's new guidance that it's safe for fully vaccinated people to go without masks, even indoors, has led to a confusing situation for businesses.
5 years ago
More cities are handing people cash with no strings attached. Here’s why
The idea of giving Americans cash without conditions once seemed radical. But the pandemic has changed that.
5 years ago
After Chauvin verdict, Black police officers consider what has changed
After the murder conviction of Derek Chauvin, Black police officers in America are considering what's changed and what hasn't in the year since George Floyd's death.
5 years ago
Confused by CDC’s latest mask guidance? Here’s what we’ve learned
The CDC shifted its stance this week on the need to wear masks if you're vaccinated. What's that mean for kids? For travel? For work? Experts weigh in.
5 years ago
Inflation, gas shortage highlight peril that could threaten Biden’s agenda
Americans continue to say they approve of how the president is handling the coronavirus pandemic, but he may be running into speed bumps because of inflation and other issues.
5 years ago
NFL families seek to end ‘race-norming’ in $1B settlement
Under the settlement, the NFL has insisted on using a scoring algorithm on the dementia testing that assumes Black men start with lower cognitive skills.
5 years ago
House lawmakers reach bipartisan deal on panel to investigate Jan. 6 attack
Under the deal, the panel will be required to issue a final report along with recommendations by Dec. 31.
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