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Apr 15 2024
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‘Civil War’ tops box office with story of a U.S. where California and Texas unite against a president who disbands the FBI and gives himself a third term
Alex Garland’s provocative “ Civil War ” didn’t only ignite the discourse. The film also inspired audiences to go to the cinemas this weekend where it surpassed expectations and earned $25.7 million in ticket sales in North America, according to studio estimates Sunday. It’s the biggest R-rated opening of the year to date and a record for A24, the studio behind films like “Everything
FortuneMar 29 2024
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Nebraska approves Malcolm X Day, honoring civil rights leader born in Omaha 99 years ago
The Nebraska Legislature passed a bill on Thursday that would honor the life and legacy of civil rights activist Malcolm X. The bill, that was adopted by Sen. Terrell McKinney (D-NE), will recognize May 19 as El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz or Malcolm X Day. The day will be used to honor the contributions that Malcolm X made to the society and celebrate his life and legacy. “The establishment of
"USA Today" ContributorFeb 26 2024
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Trump Appeals $355 Mn Civil Fraud Penalty
Former US president Donald Trump appealed the $355 million fine imposed by a New York court after he was found to have manipulated the values of his properties to fraudulently obtain favorable loan conditions, court filings showed Monday. Trump -- almost certain to be the Republican presidential nominee this November -- had vowed to challenge the ruling by judge Arthur Engoron. The order also
Barron'sMar 24 2024
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A year after civil and criminal settlements, 101 Ash St. continues to haunt San Diego
One year has passed since a head-spinning week of political decision-making all but shuttered the civil litigation and criminal investigation into the former Sempra Energy headquarters at 101 Ash St., now perhaps the most notorious address in San Diego city history. In the span of a single work week, San Diego’s elected leadership put an end to a yearslong real estate saga that had already
San Diego Union-TribuneMar 15 2024
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Civil rights groups push back against wave of anti-DEI bills
This year has seen a new wave of legislation targeting diversity, equity and inclusion in higher education. Despite vocal opposition from faculty members and racial justice groups, Indiana’s Republican governor signed legislation Wednesday diminishing diversity, equity and inclusion programs and tenure protections in public colleges and universities while simultaneously promoting, as the new
Inside Higher EdMar 14 2024
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Amy Coney Barrett and Sonya Sotomayor, ideological opposites, unite to promote civility
WASHINGTON — With the Supreme Court's approval hovering near record lows, two justices have teamed up to promote the art of disagreeing without being nasty about it. In joint appearances less than three weeks apart, Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Sonia Sotomayor, ideological opposites, said the need for civil debate has never been greater than it is in these polarized times. And they said the
The Times-PicayuneMar 23 2024
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A geologist and a civil engineer found a prehistoric creek in St. Paul. Now they want to restore it.
Pioneer PressMar 01 2024
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Immigrant civil rights group responds to temporary halt of SB 4
HOUSTON – Houston area immigrant civil rights group FIEL responded to the temporary halt of Senate Bill 4 Friday. Federal judge David Ezra in Austin halted the law, which would have allowed Texas police to arrest people suspected of crossing the Texas-Mexico border illegally. • None Texas law allowing police to arrest migrants suspected of being in country illegally blocked by federal judge
Click 2 Houston KPRCMar 17 2024
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Ohio Civil War and WWI & II Show returns to Richland County May 4-5
MANSFIELD — Experience living history encampments at the largest Historical event in the U.S. presenting our history from 1775 through 1945. All right here in Mansfield, Ohio. So much to see and enjoy. The 46th Annual Ohio Civil War And WWI & II Show will be held at the Richland County Fairgrounds on Saturday and Sunday, May 4th – May 5th, 2024. Show times are Saturday, 9-5 and Sunday, 9-3
Richland SourceMar 25 2024
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Trump ordered to pay $175M in civil fraud case, hush money trial to start April 15
FLORIDA – Donald Trump’s bond in his civil fraud trial has been lowered from $454 million to $175 million and he’s been given 10 days to pay it. His criminal hush money trial will start in New York on April 15. Trump said he would post a bond, securities or cash to cover the $175 million sum and blamed President Biden for the court ruling. “A lot of things happened today. This is all about
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