Social media frenzy about GOP congresswoman living in retirement facility: ‘Compelling case for term limits’

The news that Rep. Kay Granger, R-Texas, has been living in a retirement facility and experiencing a “very rapid” decline set off a social media outcry this week across the political spectrum.  Among these voices included billionaire Elon Musk, a key adviser and supporter of President-elect Donald Trump. “Maybe we should have some basic cognitive test for…

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Judge blocks key provisions of Arkansas law allowing criminal charges against librarians, booksellers

A Republican-backed Arkansas law allowing criminal charges to be pressed against librarians and booksellers for providing “harmful” or “obscene” materials to minors was blocked by a federal judge in a Monday ruling that declared some elements of the policy too vague and unconstitutional. “The law deputizes librarians and booksellers as the agents of censorship; when…

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National Lacrosse League launches investigation after player engages in postgame fight with fans

The National Lacrosse League has launched an investigation after a jarring scene broke out following a recent Halifax Thunderbirds game. A video circulated online showing professional lacrosse player Tyson Bell engaged in a physical altercation with fans following Saturday’s game against the Colorado Mammoth. At one point during the fight, Bell appeared to utilize his…

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