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Today’s International Holocaust Remembrance Day, but with each passing year, “remembering” becomes a little more challenging.

Holocaust Survivors Are Ensuring We Never Forget With the Help of New Tech

Women scientists at the prestigious Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO) were reportedly only given half as much lab space as their male counterparts, according to a report recently released by the research center.

Study: Women Get Half The Lab Space as Men at This Prestigious Institute

3 different nursing schools in south Florida allegedly sold more than 7,600 fake diplomas that allowed recipients to bypass required industry training, according to federal prosecutors.

DOJ: South Florida Nursing Schools Sold 7,600+ Fake Diplomas

After Liam Garner graduated from high school at 17, he knew he wanted to go on an epic adventure.

This Teen Just Biked From Alaska to Argentina — And It Took Him 527 Days

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This morning, nominations for the 95th Academy Awards were announced, leading to a ton of opinions on the surprises and snubs.

Was This the Biggest Surprise Oscar Nomination in Years?

Queen Bey returned to the musical stage for the first time in 4 years in Dubai on Saturday for the opening of new luxury hotel Atlantis The Royal.

Beyoncé Faces Backlash for Dubai Show, Her First Concert in 4 Years

Actors union SAG-AFTRA came to Alec Baldwin’s defense Thursday after prosecutors announced the actor-producer will face two counts of involuntary manslaughter for the 2021 fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of “Rust.”

SAG-AFTRA Criticizes Alec Baldwin’s Charges As “Wrong and Misinformed”

The family of the 6-year-old child who allegedly shot his first-grade teacher at a Virginia elementary school has released a statement.

Teacher Shot by Student, 6, Released From Hospital, Continuing To Recover

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To mark 2 years since the attack on the U.S.

Biden Honored the Heroes of Jan 6 With Presidential Citizens Medals

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After nearly 2 months off the air, Al Roker returned to the “Today” show this morning.

Al Roker Made an Emotional Return to “Today”

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Like many travelers last week, when Valerie Szybala returned home after the holidays, her luggage didn’t make it with her.

Travel Nightmare: Lost Luggage Got Tracked to Random Apartment Building

Welp, the second day of the 118th Congress has basically wrapped — and guess what?

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Holocaust Survivors Are Ensuring We Never Forget With the Help of New Tech

With most Holocaust survivors now in their 80s and 90s, creators are using social media, AI, and virtual reality to preserve their accounts

Study: Women Get Half The Lab Space as Men at This Prestigious Institute

There are 56 women scientists at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. They make up 26% of scientists there overall, but only have 17% of the space.

DOJ: South Florida Nursing Schools Sold 7,600+ Fake Diplomas

More than 2 dozen individuals are being charged for their supposed involvement in the scheme and could face up to 20 years in prison.

This Teen Just Biked From Alaska to Argentina — And It Took Him 527 Days

After Liam Garner graduated high school, he decided to try bicycle touring.

Was This the Biggest Surprise Oscar Nomination in Years?

If you haven’t been following the nomination race, you might not have even heard Andrea Riseborough's name.

Beyoncé Faces Backlash for Dubai Show, Her First Concert in 4 Years

While many fans were excited, others were disappointed to see the Grammy-winning artist perform in a country with such strict anti-LGBTQ+ policies.

SAG-AFTRA Criticizes Alec Baldwin’s Charges As “Wrong and Misinformed”

In its statement, SAG-AFTRA called Hutchins‘ death “preventable,” but maintained that industry standards for on-set gun safety do not hold performers responsible “to check any firearm.”

Teacher Shot by Student, 6, Released From Hospital, Continuing To Recover

The student's parents released a statement for the first time since the shooting occurred nearly two weeks ago.

Biden Honored the Heroes of Jan 6 With Presidential Citizens Medals

“But on this day 2 years ago, our democracy held. ‘We the People’ — as our Constitution refers to us — ‘We the people’ did not flinch.”

Al Roker Made an Emotional Return to “Today”

The beloved weatherman and anchor made his first in-studio appearance since November 4 and was met with cheers, laughter, and a few tears.

Travel Nightmare: Lost Luggage Got Tracked to Random Apartment Building

Like many travelers last week, when Valerie Szybala returned home after the holidays, her luggage didn’t make it with her.

Watching McCarthy Fail Is Wild, but This Is Nothing Compared to 1855

The procedural uncertainty of the last 2 days feels unprecedented, but it’s actually not. In the House of Representatives’ 234-year history, there have been 14 speaker elections that went to multiple ballots.