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The young adult novel "Eleanor & Park" is a frequent target for book challengers. But swears and sex aside, there's something deeply subversive – and important – about this controversial book.
For Grumpy Cat, a random internet post led to global fame and red carpet appearances.
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This scientific field suggests people have been passing along memes since long before the birth of the internet. What makes one bit of culture take off, while another sinks from sight?
TRAP laws – targeted regulation of abortion providers – have been a way for states to limit abortions. The Supreme Court Monday struck down a Texas TRAP law, saying it did not protect women.
Today’s split decision is a result of inaction by Congress.
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Sanders' latest win -- this time in West Virginia -- is a reminder that Clinton is far from a strong candidate. She will have to fight to win in the general election against Trump.
Thumbs half up? Trump’s winning streak is unlikely to continue through the general election.
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Gifted musician, peerless showman – and fierce protector of his copyrighted work. Prince fought battles that changed the direction of the music industry and are helping the next generation of artists.
Voting in Port Washington, NY.
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Two weeks ago Bernie Sanders and Ted Cruz were riding high. The New York primary changes all that with decisive victories for Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump.
A homeless person in the Washington subway.
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Democratic candidates support access to contraception, while candidates from the Republican Party favor policies that could severely restrict access to contraception.
How could they post that of me?
Woman image via www.shutterstock.com.
The legal system is working out how much of an exclusive right you have to commercial use of your own name, image, likeness or identity – and online that doesn't just mean in an ad.
Chris Christie and Donald Trump react to Super Tuesday results.
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