In a bold move, the Trump administration is challenging a court decision that aimed to protect peaceful protesters in Minneapolis. The government's lawyers filed an appeal against a judge's order. This order had stopped federal agents from arresting or using tear gas on peaceful demonstrators and ob
Martin Luther King Jr. had a powerful vision. He dreamed of a future where people wouldn't be judged by their skin color but by who they are inside. This idea is still important today. Some people use this idea to argue against programs that help certain groups. They say King's dream is about treat
The political atmosphere in the US is tense, and this year's Martin Luther King Jr. Day is no exception. Across the country, people are gathering to honor King's legacy, but the mood is more serious than celebratory. Over the past year, the current administration has taken steps that many see as a s
The civil rights movement was a tough fight. It had violence, suffering, and even deaths. But it also had something unexpected: glamour. Big-name celebrities joined the cause. They marched, spoke out, and used their fame to help. Harry Belafonte, Marlon Brando, and others stood with Martin Luther K
CBS News is set to broadcast a long-awaited report on a controversial Salvadoran prison on Sunday night. This prison, known as CECOT, holds migrants deported from the United States. The report was initially delayed in December, with CBS citing the need for further investigation. CECOT has faced cri
On a Sunday dedicated to honoring Martin Luther King Jr. , Governor Kathy Hochul took to the pulpit of the Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem. She spoke to over a thousand people, mixing her message with a hymn and some controversial views. She talked about the fear that some people feel, especiall
The science of reading is fascinating. It shows how our brains learn to read. Most people can talk and listen easily. But reading is a new skill. Our brains use parts for listening, speaking, and seeing to read. For some, it's harder to connect these parts. Research shows that 5% of students learn
Queer theory often overlooks the role of mothers. It suggests that having kids is not something queer people should do. This idea links being a mother to being straight and following traditional norms. But queer moms are changing this narrative. Some people think that mothers pass down straight, tr
New Jersey is in a bit of a stir. The state's incoming governor, Sherrill, has asked long-time government workers to hand in their resignation letters. This isn't typical. Usually, only top officials get this request when a new governor comes in. But this time, it's different. People who have worked
In Washington DC, two groups faced off during a Supreme Court hearing on a case that could impact trans children's participation in school sports. Hundreds gathered to support trans rights, while another large group aimed to uphold laws banning trans youth from sports aligned with their gender ident
