LAWS
Trump's Executive Orders Are Scary, but Are They More Bark Than Bite?
The first week of the new administration was full of big announcements, but scholars say his actions might be more about PR than real results.
Get Ready for a New Chapter in the Long Legal War Over Abortion
On the 44th anniversary of 'Roe v Wade,' a woman's right to have an abortion is still under threat.
All the Laws and Executive Orders Trump Has Signed So Far
A running list of what the Republican-dominated federal government is up to.
Meet the Winners of Berlin’s Most DIY Art Prize
Climate change, legal linguistics and performative self-care all featured in the three winning projects.
The Campaign to Stop Killer Robots Makes Incremental Progress at the UN
It overcame resistance from Russia at the last minute, starting a diplomatic process that could lead to a ban.
Canada’s Weed Industry Reacts to the Government’s Just-Announced Legalization Report
Although there's some reason to be optimistic, not everyone is thrilled.
We're Tracking the New Laws and Executive Orders Coming from Trump and Congress
With the Republican Party in charge of both houses of Congress and the White House, Washington, DC, is about to shrug off the gridlock that has plagued it for years.
Japan Is Trying to Get the Elderly to Stop Driving by Bribing Them with Ramen
A driver's license may be an emblem of independence, but ramen is delicious.
Ottawa Police Just Conducted a Massive Pot Shop Raid
Police raided six dispensaries across the city on Friday.
The Fraud, Intimidation, and Lies Spread in This Awful Election
Elections are a lot cleaner than they used to be, but dirty tricks, lies, and outright fraud still occur every time an opportunity to vote rolls around.
The FBI Is Questioning Indiana's Sketchy New Vaping Law
The law has drawn suspicious from the industry for its strict security requirements.