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Philippine Media Professionals Join ASEAN Atrocity Prevention Training

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ASEAN Media Training and Philippine Delegation Details The Philippine delegation included Ludwig Federigan, a columnist for The Manila Times; professor Robbie Jan Vincent Buelo, PhD, from National University-Dasmariñas; Nasrullah Abdullah, executive director of the United Youth for Peace and Development; Greg Cahiles, news anchor for Agenda Weekend; John Marwin Elao, social media producer at Philstar.com; … Read more

Trump’s Move: Special Education Relocated Out of U.S. Education Department

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The Trump administration on Tuesday transferred oversight of the nation’s special education programs and civil rights enforcement in schools to the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Justice, respectively, marking the latest step in its push to dismantle the Education Department. Why did the Education Department transfer these functions? Education Secretary … Read more

Justice Department targets Minnesota in transgender athletes lawsuit

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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Trump administration filed suit against Minnesota and its school athletics governing body on Monday, carrying out a threat to challenge the state’s policy allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls’ sports. Legal Challenge and Broader Context The lawsuit is part of a larger national debate concerning the rights of transgender youth. … Read more

Former TikTok Manager Drops Discrimination, Wrongful Termination Suit

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TikTok Lawsuit Dropped: A Glance at Workplace Discrimination and Retaliation Trends A former TikTok manager, Mikayla Mowzoon, has dropped her lawsuit against the social media giant alleging wrongful termination, discrimination, and retaliation. While the case is now closed, the allegations highlight growing concerns about workplace practices, particularly regarding pregnancy, family leave, and pay equity. The … Read more

Discrimination Linked to Weakened Immune System: Study Findings

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The Hidden Toll of Discrimination: How Everyday Bias Weakens Your Immune System Experiencing discrimination isn’t just emotionally damaging – it’s physically altering our bodies, specifically impacting our immune defenses. A groundbreaking new study from NYU School of Global Public Health reveals a direct link between everyday discrimination and an accumulation of “exhausted” white blood cells, … Read more

Judge rules Vikings DC Brian Flores’ NFL discrimination lawsuit can head to open court, not arbitration

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NFL Discrimination Lawsuit: A Turning Point for Diversity and Inclusion? February 13, 2026 / 11:18 PM CST / AP The Flores Lawsuit: A Challenge to the NFL’s Status Quo A federal judge’s ruling on Friday has allowed Brian Flores’ discrimination lawsuit against the NFL to proceed in open court, bypassing the league’s arbitration process. This … Read more

Cricket taught me to value human talent over caste and religion

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Beyond the Boundary: How Local Cricket Clubs are Building Bridges in a Divided World The story of Madhupur’s Chethri Cricket Club, as recounted by Manjit Thakur, isn’t just a nostalgic trip down memory lane. It’s a microcosm of a larger, often overlooked, phenomenon: the power of local sports teams to challenge societal norms and foster … Read more

Judge reverses funding freeze on Harvard by Trump administration

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Harvard Wins: Court Rebukes Trump Administration’s Funding Cuts A Victory for Academic Freedom: What Does it Mean for the Future? In a significant legal showdown, Harvard University triumphed over the Trump administration as a federal judge overturned cuts of over $2.6 billion in research funding. This ruling, delivered by U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs, declared … Read more

Denver school district’s all-gender bathrooms violate Title IX, US Education Department says

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Title IX Under Scrutiny: What’s Next for Transgender Rights in Schools? The Shifting Sands of Title IX and Gender Identity The recent U.S. Education Department ruling against Denver Public Schools, alleging Title IX violations due to its all-gender bathroom policies, signals a potentially significant shift in the interpretation and enforcement of this landmark legislation. This … Read more

Air Force recruit disqualified from service over weight-loss surgery sues DOD for discrimination

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Air Force Recruitment and Weight-Loss Surgery: A Look at Evolving Policies The recent lawsuit filed by Jacob Guthrie, a 21-year-old denied enlistment in the U.S. Air Force due to his weight-loss surgery, highlights a critical intersection of military policy and modern medicine. This case, and others like it, forces us to consider the evolving landscape … Read more

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