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President George Bush speaks with Assistant Commissioner of U.S. Customs Jayson Ahern at the Port of Baltimore.

Q & A: The Issues Behind the Port Security Uproar

Republican and Democrat lawmakers on Capitol Hill are calling for a halt to a deal that hands over operations at six U.S. ports to a company owned by Dubai. President Bush threatened to veto any legislation seeking to delay the $6.8 billion takeover. A look at why the transaction is so controversial.

Families in Texas with transgender children say they're under attack

The parents of a transgender child are fighting the Texas governor and attorney general, after child protective services began investigating the family for getting their child gender-affirming care.

The vernal equinox falls on March 19 nationwide this year. It's the earliest start to spring since 1896. This photo shows the Earth shortly before the moment of the equinox on March 20, 2019.

Spring Starts Today All Over America, Which Is Weird

Spring begins at 11:50 p.m. ET on March 19 this year. It is the earliest nationwide vernal equinox since 1896. Why, you ask? Get ready for orbital mechanics and a lot of information about calendars.

A woman jogs along a mostly empty National Mall on March 31, 2020 in Washington, D.C. To prevent the spread of the coronavirus, Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia all announced stay-at-home orders this week, which strongly discourage residents from leaving home unless absolutely necessary or essential.

Just Keep Moving. And Sometimes, Double Your Distance

People sheltering-in-place because of the coronavirus are looking for ways to stay fit. Solitary ideas like pushups and treadmills are good ideas. But if you need to get outside, here are some tips.

Food Bank For New York City hosts a pop-up food pantry during Hunger Action Month at Lincoln Center on September 24, 2020.

Food Insecurity In The U.S. By The Numbers

Before the pandemic, the number of families lacking consistent access to enough food had been steadily falling. Today, new estimates point to some of the worst rates of food insecurity in years.

The food service industry is relying on takeout and delivery orders to keep businesses afloat and maintain effective social distancing for customers and workers.

How Safe Is It To Eat Takeout?

With fear of infection on our minds these days, it's easy to get panicky about everyday choices. Infectious disease and food safety experts weigh in on ordering dinner to go.

Former President Donald Trump, who was booted off Twitter and other social media platforms, is teasing the possibility of launching his own platform.

Trump Teases Starting His Own Social Media Platform. Here's Why It'd Be Tough

Banned from the likes of Twitter and Facebook, Trump says he may launch his own social media platform. But there are reasons to be skeptical that it could help him regain his once-ubiquitous presence.

The Senate approved a $1.9 trillion rescue package on March 6. The House is expected to vote on the legislation this week.

Here's What's In The American Rescue Plan

The colossal package allocates money for COVID-19 vaccines, small businesses and anti-poverty programs like the child tax credit. Here are the highlights of the bill President Biden signed Thursday.

Heightened security has remained a feature around the U.S. Capitol since the Jan. 6 riot. Capitol Police officers are now taking part in an initiative focused on healing trauma.

New Program Helps Capitol Police Deal With Trauma From The Insurrection

Ohio Rep. Tim Ryan and Dr. Jim Gordon of the Center for Mind-Body Medicine in Washington, D.C., talked jointly about a new Capitol Police initiative focused on healing trauma.

Alice Bag had one of the best songs and albums of the year so far.

Alt.Latino's 12 Favorite Latin Songs Of 2018 (So Far)

We laugh, we cry, we celebrate the best of the year so far with everything from bugalú to boleros to Latinx punk.

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