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This week Maryland Gov. Wes Moore pardoned 175,000 people with marijuana convictions. But some advocates say pardons might not be enough to remove the barriers faced by people with a criminal record.

More Americans now use pot on a daily basis than alcohol. A sweeping new report says the federal government needs to better understand the risks to the public and get involved.

Collective prayers and struggles are core to Islam's Hajj, but heat took a toll this year: many died and thousands sought treatment for heat exhaustion.

The group Animals Lebanon says it rescued Sara the lion cub from abuse by a Lebanese social media influencer, kept it safe in Beirut and sent it to a wildlife sanctuary in South Africa.

After extreme fires last year that claimed 102 lives, Maui is trying to tackle the invasive grasses that pose a big wildfire risk. That could mean restoring the land to what it once was.

"Have you always wanted to tap dance? In our Adult Tap Workshop, we will work on the fundamentals of tap dance in the feet and in the body. Each week, students will build on the skills learned the previous week as we broaden our step vocabulary. Students will also learn about major figures and influences in tap dance history. Students will hone their tap skills with an emphasis on musicality, technique, and playfulness as they learn a dance to showcase at the end of the course. The Adult Tap Workshop is a great opportunity for beginners and returning tap dancers alike. Sept. 3 2024 - Oct. 29, 2024 every Tuesday 1.5 hour, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. $160 for eight sessions Class size 6 minimum/ 14 maximum In Studio 219 Visit: https://oceansidetheatre.vbotickets.com/event/Fall_Adult_Tap_Dancing_Workshop/132838

Rappel down the side of a 30-story building! You’ll experience a life-changing adrenaline rush and take in stunning views of downtown San Diego as you hang from the side of the iconic Manchester Grand Hyatt. This thrilling adventure is available to anyone. No prior experience necessary, for participants ages 13 to 103. This incredible event is a fundraiser for Reality Changers, a local organization that helps youth achieve their dreams. Every dollar raised supports tutoring, career readiness programs, college application support, and more for students who will be the first in their families to graduate from college. More than 1,000 Over The Edge events have been safely held in North America since 2004. Spots are limited. Sign up today to go Over The Edge and change lives. Visit: Over the Edge Reality Changers on Instagram and Facebook

Mahamat Djouma is one of the millions displaced by the civil war in Sudan. He is part of an especially vulnerable group — unaccompanied minors. Here is his story.

Out: Tom Petty. In: Beyoncé. We look at what's behind the jarring vibe shift in the Democratic campaign this week.

The recently signed mutual defense treaty could be used to justify thewidening of the war in Ukraine, as the U.S. says North Korean and Russian troops are already battling Ukrainian forces.