Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Syracuse University Seeks to Block Campus Rape Victim's Access to Police Records in Appeal
The university filed a motion to limit a victim's subpoena under the Adult Survivors Act, drawing criticism from her attorney who called it an attempt to suppress evidence of campus sexual assault.
'Not Far Enough' — US Parents and Teens React to Meta's New Limits for Young Users
The social media giant announced a series of restrictions aimed at teenagers, but critics say the measures fall short of addressing youth safety concerns.
911 Calls Reveal Medical Response Failures at Texas Immigration Detention Center
Camp East Montana recorded three detainee deaths over six weeks, with emergency calls showing delays in hospital transfers for suicidal ideation and other medical emergencies.
Democrats Form Task Force Ahead of Midterms to Combat Potential Interference
The party initiative aims to address election security concerns with less than three months until November voting.
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation Tells Staff to Avoid 'Terrorist Attacks' Language for 9/11 Coverage
Internal guidance ahead of the 25th anniversary has drawn criticism from some quarters while CBC defends journalistic neutrality standards.
A Calculated Betrayal of America's Working Families → **A Calculated Betrayal of America's Working Families** (fix: 'Of' should be lowercase per AP style)
The op-ed argues that recent policy choices have systematically undermined economic security for middle and lower-income Americans.
Belugas and Dolphins Rescued From Closed Canadian Park Arrive in Spain
The rescue operation marks one of the largest marine mammal transfers in recent history following the closure of a controversial Canadian aquarium.
Beloved New Orleans Hospital, Wracked by Hurricane Katrina, Set for Major Renovation
The historic medical center, closed since devastating 2005 floods, will receive federal and state funding for a comprehensive rebuilding effort.
Tech Firms Call For Collective Action Against AI-Powered Hacking Threats
OpenAI leads coalition of companies warning that sophisticated AI-enabled cyberattacks pose growing risks to digital infrastructure.
Mark Carney's Speeches Becoming Political Earthquakes
The former central banker turned prime minister is reshaping Canadian political discourse with rhetoric that has drawn both praise and criticism across party lines.