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In a Department of Homeland Security video, Kristi Noem blames Democrats for the government shutdown. Law and ethics experts say it violates the Hatch Act, but there are rarely serious consequences.

Champions have argued the law will protect Jewish students from rising bullying and discrimination, sometimes from teachers. While the state does not collect data on antisemitism in schools, reports of anti-Jewish bias statewide have doubled between 2021 and 2024, according to the California Department of Justice. Last year, more than 15% of all hate crime events in California were anti-Jewish, even though Jewish people make up about 3% of the state population.

Selfies can be great fun — or horribly dangerous. India, which has tallied hundreds of injuries and deaths from risky selfie-taking, is urging folks to stay safe when holding up their phone for a pix.

The magazine Nature announced the results of its annual Scientist at Work photography contest. The six winning entries are a set of dramatic, intimate portraits of research from all over the globe.

The ICE detention center in Folkston, Ga., is expanding to become one of the nation's largest immigrant detention centers. Operated by a private prison corporation GEO Group, it will hold more than 3,000 detainees.

People spend a lot of time outside during hot and humid weather. Whether you're going to the beach or working your shift as a lifeguard, try these 7 proven ways to stay cool while outside.

Jingle Roast Dec. 1 - Dec. 25, 2024 Bonfires on the beach have long been a favorite tradition at The Del, and now the experience has a fun holiday flair. Guests will don Santa hats as they snuggle up around the fire and roast holiday s'mores with fantastic views of the thousands of sparkling lights draping the resort. Fire pits can be reserved for a one-hour experience and include all s'mores-making items. Reservations are required and each fire pit can accommodate up to 10 guests. Outside food is not permitted. Please dress warmly. Fire Roast: $262.67 + tax (price inclusive of gratuity) Guest will enjoy roasting holiday s’mores as they snuggle up around the fire with fantastic views of the thousands of sparkling lights draping the resort. Fire pits can be reserved for a one-hour experience. Reservations are required and one pit accommodates up to 10 guests. Additional food items can be purchased at Frostbite Lounge, located at the ice rink. Outside food is not permitted.

A former Minnesota House speaker and her husband were killed and a state senator and his wife were wounded in targeted shootings Saturday at their homes near Minneapolis, officials said.

Apple and Google removed the app after the Supreme Court upheld a law prohibiting firms from doing business with TikTok as long as it is controlled by China-based ByteDance.

National Coming Out Day is Oct. 11. To celebrate and honor LGBTQ+ people who have come out and those who want to, NPR readers share how they told their loved ones.