Paralympians Call for Equal Access to School Sport

Pennsylvania changes policy to follow Trump order on transgender athletes in high school sports

Pennsylvania’s governing body for high school sports has changed its policy that allowed transgender athletes to compete in prep athletics to follow President Donald Trump’s executive order.

NBC News - Feb. 25

Democrats call for Education Department to rescind threats to end to federal funding for schools with DEI programs

A group of Democrats are calling on the Department of Education to rescind threats of defunding schools with diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs. The Hill received an exclusive look at ...

The Hill - 5d

Al Michaels reveals which sport he actually wanted to call before 'Miracle on Ice' assignment

USA's upset of the Soviet Union at the 1980 Olympics was only the second hockey game Michaels had ever called.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 22

'Greyhound racing cost my pet its leg - this so-called sport should be banned'

The Welsh government says it will ban greyhound racing in what would be a first for the UK.

BBC News - Feb. 23

Anti-U.S. Hiring Bias Now Targeted by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

As efforts to prosecute gender discrimination cases grind to a halt, the agency’s acting chair plans to enforce those discrimination laws against employers that ‘illegally’ favor non-American staff.

Inc. - Feb. 20

'Eyes on the Prize III' arrives on HBO during a renewed 'assault on equality'

HBO's docuseries, inspired by Henry Hampton's seminal civil rights documentary, picks up where he left off, taking us through the Obama presidency and to the brink of the first Trump administration.

Los Angeles Times - Feb. 25

Merz’s all-male team photo revives question of gender equality in Germany

Image posted on social media rekindles idea that prospective new chancellor has a Frauenproblem . Six beaming election winners huddled around a table and not a woman among them: a viral social ...

The Guardian - Feb. 27

Tim Dowling: seven squeaky dog balls equals seven degrees of hell

The sound the toys make mimic the plaintive cries of wounded creatures, exposing our pooch’s uncontrollable sadism. My wife derives grim satisfaction from buying dog toys that advertise their ...

The Guardian - 5d

Accessibility Is Taking a Hit Across the Sciences

Confusion has ensued about the future of programs and research supporting people with disabilities as a result of President Trump’s executive order.

The New York Times - Feb. 22

60 Minutes Sports: "Harry"

In 2013, Harvard crew coach Harry Parker reflected on his long career while preparing a group of rowers, and fighting his last race against cancer.

CBS News - Feb. 26

Denmark to ban mobile phones in schools and after-school clubs

Government accepts advice of commission that also says children under 13 should not have their own smartphone. Denmark is to ban mobile phones in schools and after-school clubs on the ...

The Guardian - Feb. 25

Salah scores, sets up equalizer as Liverpool draws 2-2 at Villa to lead Premier League by 8 points

Mohamed Salah has scored one goal and set up the equalizer by Trent Alexander-Arnold in Liverpool’s 2-2 draw at Aston Villa that stretched its lead in the Premier League to eight points

ABC News - Feb. 19

Women's rights are under attack 30 years after leaders adopted a blueprint for equality, UN says

Yahoo News - 1h

Yahoo Sports AM: Chasing Gretzky

In today's edition: Ovechkin inches closer, beards in the Bronx, San Diego FC wins opener, Shiffrin reaches 100, Baker's Dozen, and more.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24

60 Minutes Sports: "Boys of Summer"

In 2015, Sharyn Alfonsi reported on the Cape Cod Baseball League, the summer home to some of the best college baseball players – and one that drew the attention of Major League Baseball's top scouts.

CBS News - Feb. 26

60 Minutes Sports: "Speed Riding"

JT Holmes has jumped, skied and flown off Alpine peaks. In 2016, Anderson Cooper met up with him and learned more about one of his extreme sports skills: speed riding with a parachute device called ...

CBS News - Feb. 26

AP sues over White House access restrictions

The Associated Press sued White House officials Friday for restricting the wire service’s access to the Oval Office and Air Force One over its refusal to use “Gulf of America” in its AP Stylebook. ...

The Hill - Feb. 21

F.D.A. Expands Access to Clozapine, a Key Treatment for Schizophrenia

Federal regulators will no longer require patients to provide blood tests before receiving the drug from pharmacies.

The New York Times - Feb. 26

How Medicaid cuts could improve access to care

Coverage — having health insurance — most certainly does not guarantee timely medical care.

The Hill - 6d

Teenager plotted mass shooting at Edinburgh school

The boy, now 17, was obsessed with the Columbine High School massacre in the US, which saw 12 students and a teacher murdered.

BBC News - Feb. 21

Teenager's school shooting plan 'extremely shocking'

Luton Council acknowledges "emotional difficulty" the revelation has had on families and staff.

BBC News - Feb. 25

'Bullying by teachers' at special needs school investigated

Concerns raised include staff allegedly displaying "bullying" behaviour and children being put in isolation.

BBC News - Feb. 27

Gene Hackman’s Gritty, Grouchy, Old-School Style

Between the idols of Hollywood’s golden age and the media-savvy stars of today, he had an appeal all his own.

The New York Times - 5d

Murderer worked in schools after being barred

Rashid Zaman failed DBS check to work with children yet visited schools for charity projects.

BBC News - 2d

Federal Cuts Came to Native Schools. Students Are Livid.

As the Trump administration trims the federal work force, students and educators at Haskell Indian Nations University in Kansas fear for the future of a school that was already facing troubles.

The New York Times - 18h

My husband and I have been married for 18 years. We share a son — and my husband has a daughter. Why should they get an equal inheritance?

“This year she got married, and I was completely left out of any planning, bridal-shower and wedding activities.”

MarketWatch - Feb. 22

Paralympians Call for Equal Access to School Sport

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