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UK press watchdog finds a tabloid column about hate for Prince Harry's wife, Meghan, was sexist

UK press watchdog finds a tabloid column about hate for Prince Harry's wife, Meghan, was sexist

LONDON (AP) — A column in The Sun tabloid that fantasized about seeing Prince Harry’s wife, Meghan, being pelted with feces as she was paraded naked through the streets was sexist, Britain's press watchdog found.
How to grill the best kebabs for July 4 and all summer

How to grill the best kebabs for July 4 and all summer

Grilling food on sticks is one of the most primal and satisfying ways to cook dinner in the summer — frankly, any time you are willing to cook outside — and is a particular Fourth of July favorite.
Affirmative action for white people? Legacy college admissions come under renewed scrutiny

Affirmative action for white people? Legacy college admissions come under renewed scrutiny

WASHINGTON (AP) — The next big fight over college admissions already has taken hold, and it centers on a different kind of minority group that gets a boost: children of alumni.
Hollywood's actors may join its writers on strike. Here's why

Hollywood's actors may join its writers on strike. Here's why

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hollywood actors may be days from joining screenwriters in what would be the first two-union strike in the industry in more than six decades, with huge consequences for film and television production.
Yellen addresses Essence Festival crowd, discusses economy, efforts to enfold minority communities

Yellen addresses Essence Festival crowd, discusses economy, efforts to enfold minority communities

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Friday touted the Biden administration's efforts to build a “fairer economy.” “I strongly believe that our racial equity work is not just the morally right thing to do.
Jill Biden hosts military chefs crowned 'Chopped' champs for guest stint in White House Navy Mess

Jill Biden hosts military chefs crowned 'Chopped' champs for guest stint in White House Navy Mess

WASHINGTON (AP) — An Air Force chef and a Marine Corps chef, both crowned “Chopped” champions during Jill Biden 's appearance on a military-themed episode of the Food Network show, spent Friday whipping up lemon-herb scallops and osso buco in the Whi
How the Supreme Court student loan decision affects you

How the Supreme Court student loan decision affects you

NEW YORK (AP) — The Supreme Court has ruled the Biden administration overstepped its authority in trying to cancel or reduce student loan debt, effectively killing the $400 billion plan, which would have canceled up to $20,000 in federal student loan
It’s almost time to resume student loan payments. What happens if you don't?

It’s almost time to resume student loan payments. What happens if you don't?

NEW YORK (AP) — After three years, the pandemic-era freeze on federal student loan payments will end this fall and more than 40 million Americans will have to start making payments again under the terms of a debt ceiling deal approved by Congress.
In student loan and affirmative action rulings, advocates fear losses for racial equality

In student loan and affirmative action rulings, advocates fear losses for racial equality

WASHINGTON (AP) — As a Black student who was raised by a single mother, Makia Green believes she benefited from a program that gave preference to students of color from economically disadvantaged backgrounds when she was admitted over a decade ago to
Student loan payments start again soon. Supreme Court’s ruling means higher bills for many

Student loan payments start again soon. Supreme Court’s ruling means higher bills for many

WASHINGTON (AP) — In a good month, Celina Chanthanouvong has about $200 left after rent, groceries and car insurance.
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