IDENTITY

Oct 30 2025HEALTH

How Partners Can Back Up Trans and Nonbinary Loved Ones

Partners play a huge role in the lives of trans and nonbinary (TNB) people. They offer support and understanding that can make a big difference. But how can we measure this support? A recent study set out to create a tool to do just that. The study started with a big question: What exactly does sup

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Oct 29 2025FINANCE

The Growing Threat of Fake Identity Fraud

Financial fraud is evolving, and one of the most alarming trends is synthetic identity fraud. This type of fraud, often referred to as "Frankenstein fraud, " involves creating a fake identity by combining real and fabricated information. Unlike traditional identity theft, where a criminal steals and

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Oct 29 2025POLITICS

A Judge Says No to Trump's Education Rules

A judge recently made a big decision. She said the Trump administration couldn't stop certain sex education grants. These grants were for teaching important things about sex and relationships. The administration had new rules. They said schools couldn't teach about gender identity. This means they

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Oct 27 2025HEALTH

How Your Social Circle Impacts Your Health

Researchers have dug into how our social groups affect our physical well-being. They looked at studies that measured health in real, not just self-reported, ways. The findings? Our sense of belonging and group connections can influence things like blood pressure, immune response, and even recovery t

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Oct 27 2025POLITICS

Rabbis Unite: A Strong Stand Against Anti-Zionism

Over a thousand rabbis from all over the U. S. have come together to send a powerful message. They are saying no to the kind of anti-Zionism that some public figures, like Zohran Mamdani, support. This isn't just about politics. It's about protecting Jewish identity. The rabbis' statement, organize

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Oct 23 2025EDUCATION

Rebuilding Lives: How Young Ex-Soldiers in Colombia Find Their Way

In Colombia, young people who once fought as child soldiers are finding ways to heal and move forward. A recent study looked at how these young individuals, aged 14 to 19, tell their stories and rebuild their lives. Through creative workshops, they shared their experiences and showed different paths

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Oct 21 2025CRIME

A Man's Long Run from Justice Ends in Prison

A man who hurt two women in Utah back in 2008 finally got his punishment. Nicholas Edward Rossi, now 38, was sent to prison for at least five years, maybe even for life. The judge didn't say how much time he should get for already being locked up. Rossi didn't admit he did anything wrong. He told t

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Oct 18 2025OPINION

Portland's Skyline: A Tower Too Tall?

Portland is a small city with a big personality. It's known for its charming, historic downtown. But a new plan could change that. A 30-story tower is proposed for the heart of the city. Some think it's a great idea. Others? Not so much. The tower is supposed to have a hotel, condos, and a restaura

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Oct 07 2025POLITICS

Understanding Transgender Identity: Busting Myths with Real Stories

Transgender people are often misunderstood, especially in politics. Since 2020, many laws have been made against them. But what do transgender people really think about their own identities? A big study looked at 27 different research papers. These papers talked to 426 transgender people in the Unit

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Oct 03 2025POLITICS

Virginia Takes a Stand on Transgender Athletes in School Sports

In Virginia, a new law is making waves. It's about who can play on which sports teams in schools. The law says that only students who were born as girls can play on girls' sports teams. This is a big deal because it affects transgender girls who want to play sports. The law is still being worked ou

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