Why Space Junk Is A Compounding Issue For Missions, AstronautsMore than 27,000 pieces of space junk are being tracked by the Department of Defense. While they're very small, it could get in the way of missions.
How The New 988 Hotline Will Change Mental Health Crisis ResponseCalling 988 will act as a new hotline for mental health emergencies, caring for callers before other emergency services intervene.
The Leading Cause Of Death For American Children Is Now Gun ViolenceResearchers say prevention efforts can help reduce the number of kids dying from gun violence, but more data is also needed to understand why.
Are High Gas Prices Pushing People To Electric Vehicles?Automakers are making more electric vehicles, and Americans are buying them. But they're not that accessible to everyone in the U.S.
Social Media Has Become Saturated With Ads. How Did We Get Here?Social media platforms are making much of their revenue off of advertising. So is there anything you can do to avoid seeing these ads?
How City Planning, Biking Helps Reduce America's Emissions ProblemAs part of "Operation: Earth," Newsy's "In The Loop" dives into how we can solve environmental issues. Today: how biking can impact emission levels.
How Long Will The Pause On Student Loans Last?The pause has already made a significant difference for many Americans, but borrowers are still looking for some degree of forgiveness.
Pop Quiz: Who Is Disney's Real 'First Gay Character?' It's ComplicatedWhen Disney has included LGBTQ characters, they're often in the background or cut from scenes altogether in other countries.
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How Your DNA Data Can Be Used Against YouChristian Bryant explores the legal question of 'Who owns our DNA,' and concerns about what happens when genetic info can be used against our consent.
Why Poorer Americans Are More Likely To Get Audited Than The RichPeople making less money in the U.S. are the subject of more audits by the IRS, and the imbalance isn't expected to change anytime soon.
Pop Quiz: Who Is Kidz Bop Actually Made For?Kidz Bop is the epitome of "kid-friendly," but critics from both sides of the political spectrum still negatively view the hugely successful brand.
The Makeup Of Black People In America Is Starting To Look DifferentImmigrants are making up a fast-growing share of Black Americans, after often being overlooked in the immigrant experience.
Navigating Regulation Hurdles In The Work-From-Home EraThe pandemic brought an increase in entrepreneurship, but that comes with tons of regulations.
The Role Of Intersectionality In FeminismIntersectionality is the idea that each person goes through life with a different mix of traits that brings advantages or disadvantages in society.
Are All Women Represented In Today's Feminist Movement?As we celebrate women's history month, we take a look back at women's suffrage, from the birthplace of feminism to now.
The Latest Key Developments In UkraineRussia has yet to fully seize any major city, but many analysts warn the Russian offensive is steadily continuing.
A Recap Of What Happened Between Russia, UkraineIn the last 48 hours, Russia has attacked and invaded Ukraine. We're looking at the basics of what's going on.
No-Knock Warrants Are Still Happening, Even After Multiple DeathsBetween 2010 and 2016, at least 81 civilians and 13 law enforcement officers have been killed in no-knock raids.
There Is A Lack Of Diversity In The Law ProfessionThe law profession is one of the least diverse professional fields in America, with an 80% White, 10% Black and 8% Asian American demographic.
Comic Books Have A History Of Social, Political CommentaryGraphic novels have been the target for some book bans across the country, and some point to the works' political commentary as the reason.
From eBooks To Digital Currency, We May Own Less Than We ThinkSome PayPal users have been barred from the platform, unable to get their money or any answers unless they subpoena the platform.
How China Has Changed Since The Last Time It Hosted The OlympicsPresident Xi Jinping has moved China in a more authoritarian direction since taking power in 2013.
Companies Spend Millions On Super Bowl Ads. Are They Worth It?A new Ipsos poll conducted for Newsy finds more than 36% of respondents are more excited for Super Bowl commercials than the game itself.
Pop Quiz: Why Is CGI Everywhere In The Film Industry?Newsy's Christian Bryant and Casey Mendoza take a deep dive into the visual effects industry in a new pop culture segment.
Film Archivists Are Working To Restore, Preserve Black Film HistoryGroups are working to correct past oversights of Black films, with diversity efforts allowing preservationists to better uncover forgotten history.
Black Communities Are Being Reshaped By Another Great MigrationA "new" migration is similar to the one that began in the early 20th century.
The Intersection Of Climate Change And HomelessnessDrastic conditions brought on by climate change have impacted many people's home lives. But what about those who have no shelter from the elements?
Black Homeowners Are Getting Lower Appraisals Than White NeighborsThe home appraisal industry is one of the least diverse industries in the country, with over 96% of appraisers identifying as White.
Is Government 'Affordable Housing' In The U.S. Actually Affordable?Affordable housing programs are hard to find in the U.S., and the ones out there often don't have that much cheaper prices.
How Zoning Laws Prevent Affordable Housing And Separate ClassesMost U.S. cities designate land only for single-family homes, meaning those who can't afford one are restricted to lower-income neighborhoods.
