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Busting homeless myths: Q&A with a California researcherCalifornia harbors 30% of the nation鈥檚 homeless population. Margot Kushel, the lead researcher of a landmark study on who is homeless in the state, and why, shares possible solutions.
First LookAt Homeless World Cup, competitors score self-esteemA global tournament for soccer players who have experienced homelessness is making its U.S. debut in California. Competitors in the Homeless World Cup say the tournament has transformed their lives.
First LookSemenya wins landmark case: What does it mean for women鈥檚 sports?The European Court of Human Rights ruled that聽runner Caster Semenya, barred from competitions because of her natural testosterone level beyond the limits, was discriminated against. The case won鈥檛 affect the hormonal regulations for female competitions.
FocusAs Americans bet billions on sports, society wrestles with rapid growthWith the growth of sports betting, what responsibility do governments 鈥� and society 鈥� have in addressing regulation and addiction?
First LookMethodist exodus: 6,000 members leave over LGBTQ issuesOne fifth of the United Methodist congregations in the United States have left the denomination over the Church鈥檚 growing openness toward LGBTQ members. Conservative congregations have launched a new denomination called the Global Methodist Church.
First Look10 million users join Threads. Could it trigger the end for Twitter?Meta launched Threads, a text-based app mirroring Twitter, and drew 10 million users in its first seven hours. Although Threads is now live in over 100 countries, data privacy concerns will prevent a launch across the European Union.
First LookWhat to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditionsThe Fourth of July is, for many Americans, an opportunity for parades, cookouts, and fireworks 鈥� but have you ever wondered about the holiday鈥檚 origins and traditions? Here鈥檚 what to know about the United States鈥� Independence Day.
In Pictures: A day for a bigger 鈥榰s鈥� 鈥� and a bigger USCan a nation that reflects the world in all its diversity cohere? Can it thrive and remain free and grow?
Maine town debates high-flying proposal for world鈥檚 largest flagpoleWhen Morrill Worcester unfurled his plan to unite all Americans in Columbia Falls, Maine, the town was instantly divided. Some see his vision for the world鈥檚 largest flag pole as an atrocity and tourist trap. Others hail him as the ultimate patriot.
First LookMeta implements new parental privacy features. Are they enough?Instagram and Facebook are implementing new parental supervision tools and privacy features. Yet critics argue these measures fall short because they require families to opt in to using them.
When $1 billion isn鈥檛 enough. Why the Sioux won鈥檛 put a price on land.How do you make reparations for historic harm when money is off the table? To accept cash for stolen land would be to sell out in the purest sense, members of the Sioux say. They want their land 鈥� or at least a say in how it is protected.
First LookBlack baseball players are at historic lows. Can MLB change that?The percentage of Black players in Major League Baseball is at its lowest level ever. But there are signs that could change as the sport is seeing early results of its diversity initiatives and by encouraging expressions of joy and celebration at games.聽
Signing off social: Meet the teens with no time for TikTokA new poll found that most Americans would like to return to a time when society was unplugged, including 63% of 18- to 34-year-olds.
First LookJuneteenth is celebrated on June 19. But do you know why?Juneteenth marks June 19, the day when the last enslaved people in the United States learned they were free. For generations, Americans have celebrated the day with parades and cookouts, but knowledge of its history is also important.聽
Difference Maker鈥楢 breath of fresh air鈥�: How one group offers Black men a path to healingStigma and lack of affordability around mental health in vulnerable communities can hinder progress. A Philadelphia-area nonprofit seeks to help one segment of the population heal.
What is behind a huge drop in the murder rate this year?The murder rate in big U.S. cities spiked in recent years. This year has so far seen a big decline. A change in policing could be contributing.聽聽
First LookEnd of the line for California transit riders? Funding gets slashed.Californians have always loved their cars but now the state鈥檚 public transit system has lost $2 billion in government funding. A decline in ridership during the pandemic is partly to blame, but advocates say scaling back will weaken the system even more.
FocusOne is the loneliest number: What will help people connect again?How do Americans rediscover their spirit of community and connection after a pandemic that left behind an epidemic of loneliness?
No more 鈥榝aceless bureaucracy鈥�? How cities are deepening trust.Most Americans think favorably of local government. Still, citizens academies try to deepen trust by getting past 鈥渇aceless bureaucracy.鈥�
In rural Alabama, a mass shooting America ignoredThe Dadeville mass shooting saw four teens killed and 25 injured at a Sweet 16 party. It points to how and why America views gun deaths differently.聽
