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Cremation Will Outpace Burial 6-to-1 by 2045, New Report Says
As funeral costs increase, some families are taking it upon themselves to bring their loved ones home.
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New Study Finds Socialism Preferred by One-Third of Churchgoers
The Family Research Council survey found that fewer than half of regular churchgoers reject socialism in favor of capitalism.
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Inside the Growing Trend of Digital Detoxing
Experts say there are health and wellness benefits from reducing screen time—but there’s a catch.
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Supreme Court Lifts Stay in International Custody Dispute
A federal appeals court had ordered that a 7-year-old girl in Texas be returned to Venezuela.
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How Trump Regained Ground, Opened New Fronts, in the Culture War
Conservatives celebrate the president’s lightning strategy but wonder if the gains will hold.
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Probe Launched After Antifa Targets Turning Point USA Event at UC–Berkeley: DOJ Official
Alleging Antifa has been able to ‘operate with impunity’ in California, a top official said several Justice Department sections are investigating.
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Supreme Court Seems Skeptical of Rastafarian’s Attempt to Sue Officers Who Shaved His Dreadlocks
Multiple justices also noted that appeals courts had interpreted the law differently from how the plaintiff did.
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Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Its 2015 Gay Marriage Ruling
In 2015, the high court ruled that the Constitution requires all states to grant licenses for same-sex marriages.
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America in Photos: FAA Reduces Flights, General Elections, and Beaver Moon
Notable moments from the past week in America.
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Supreme Court to Weigh Individual Attempts to Enforce Religious Protections
A Rastafarian and a controversial street preacher claim that the government infringed on their rights.
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Supreme Court Considers Petition to Overturn Same-Sex Marriage
A former county court official who was sued for not issuing same-sex marriage licenses is asking the high court to overturn its landmark 2015 ruling.
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Texas Sues Roblox, Alleging It Puts ‘Pixel Pedophiles’ and Profit Ahead of Safety
Five states have now taken action against the gaming giant, alleging it failed to protect children from predators online.
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Appeals Court Lets Texas Enforce Law Limiting Drag Shows
A lower court had previously blocked Senate Bill 12.
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More Than Half of US Adults Report Signs of Loneliness, Societal Division: Poll
A growing gap between emotional needs and the support available shows the challenges of adults recognizing their need for connection but struggling to find it.
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Supreme Court Allows State Department Policy Requiring Sex at Birth on Passports
Trump had issued an executive order stating that sex identifiers on government documents must match the holder’s biological sex.
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Trump Admin Will Partially Fund November Food Stamps: Filing
The administration has chosen to fund a reduced amount of benefits for November.
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Supreme Court Won’t Halt Ruling Against Adult Entertainment Businesses
A federal appeals court held in July that New York City may regulate the businesses, including where they operate.
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Dr. Jay Bhattacharya Receives Award From Brownstone Institute, Delivers Remarks
Jeffrey Tucker founded the Brownstone Institute in May 2021 in response to the impact of COVID-19-era policies.
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Single Fathers Call for Shared Parenting Laws
Opponents warn the change would give abusive fathers easier access to children while dismissing legitimate claims of abuse by mothers.
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The Great Transition: Brownstone Institute 5th Annual Conference and Gala | Part 3
Brownstone Institute scholars, writers, and supporters gather in Salt Lake City for an annual conference to exchange ideas.
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Cremation Will Outpace Burial 6-to-1 by 2045, New Report Says
As funeral costs increase, some families are taking it upon themselves to bring their loved ones home.
|
New Study Finds Socialism Preferred by One-Third of Churchgoers
The Family Research Council survey found that fewer than half of regular churchgoers reject socialism in favor of capitalism.
|
Inside the Growing Trend of Digital Detoxing
Experts say there are health and wellness benefits from reducing screen time—but there’s a catch.
|
Supreme Court Lifts Stay in International Custody Dispute
A federal appeals court had ordered that a 7-year-old girl in Texas be returned to Venezuela.
|
How Trump Regained Ground, Opened New Fronts, in the Culture War
Conservatives celebrate the president’s lightning strategy but wonder if the gains will hold.
|
Probe Launched After Antifa Targets Turning Point USA Event at UC–Berkeley: DOJ Official
Alleging Antifa has been able to ‘operate with impunity’ in California, a top official said several Justice Department sections are investigating.
|
Supreme Court Seems Skeptical of Rastafarian’s Attempt to Sue Officers Who Shaved His Dreadlocks
Multiple justices also noted that appeals courts had interpreted the law differently from how the plaintiff did.
|
Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Its 2015 Gay Marriage Ruling
In 2015, the high court ruled that the Constitution requires all states to grant licenses for same-sex marriages.
|
America in Photos: FAA Reduces Flights, General Elections, and Beaver Moon
Notable moments from the past week in America.
|
Supreme Court to Weigh Individual Attempts to Enforce Religious Protections
A Rastafarian and a controversial street preacher claim that the government infringed on their rights.
|
Supreme Court Considers Petition to Overturn Same-Sex Marriage
A former county court official who was sued for not issuing same-sex marriage licenses is asking the high court to overturn its landmark 2015 ruling.
|
Texas Sues Roblox, Alleging It Puts ‘Pixel Pedophiles’ and Profit Ahead of Safety
Five states have now taken action against the gaming giant, alleging it failed to protect children from predators online.
|
Appeals Court Lets Texas Enforce Law Limiting Drag Shows
A lower court had previously blocked Senate Bill 12.
|
More Than Half of US Adults Report Signs of Loneliness, Societal Division: Poll
A growing gap between emotional needs and the support available shows the challenges of adults recognizing their need for connection but struggling to find it.
|
Supreme Court Allows State Department Policy Requiring Sex at Birth on Passports
Trump had issued an executive order stating that sex identifiers on government documents must match the holder’s biological sex.
|
Trump Admin Will Partially Fund November Food Stamps: Filing
The administration has chosen to fund a reduced amount of benefits for November.
|
Supreme Court Won’t Halt Ruling Against Adult Entertainment Businesses
A federal appeals court held in July that New York City may regulate the businesses, including where they operate.
|
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya Receives Award From Brownstone Institute, Delivers Remarks
Jeffrey Tucker founded the Brownstone Institute in May 2021 in response to the impact of COVID-19-era policies.
|
Single Fathers Call for Shared Parenting Laws
Opponents warn the change would give abusive fathers easier access to children while dismissing legitimate claims of abuse by mothers.
|
The Great Transition: Brownstone Institute 5th Annual Conference and Gala | Part 3
Brownstone Institute scholars, writers, and supporters gather in Salt Lake City for an annual conference to exchange ideas.
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