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Once you're accepted to college, another question emerges: "How Do I Pay for It?" In this explainer, we detail everything to know about financial aid in 2021.

Everything You Need to Know About Student Financial Aid

The United Nation's COP26 climate summit is officially underway in Glasgow, Scotland. From what's at stake to the major players, here's everything you need to know.

What You Need to Know About COP26

The UN's latest climate report pushes for more investment in carbon removal technologies, like carbon capture and storage. Here's what you need to know about the tech that could be the next frontier in the fight against climate change.

Understanding Carbon Capture & Storage Tech

You’ve probably heard about these historic global supply chain disruptions. But this really isn’t about politics — here are the four main reasons for the supply chain bottlenecks you need to know.

What’s Really Going On With Global Supply Chain Issues?

After Real Housewives star Lisa Rinna posted 8 paparazzi photos of herself and her family on Instagram, the copyright holder sued her for $1.2 million. Grace wants to know, can privacy rights or Fair Use protect celebrities from copyright infringement lawsuits?

Why Are Celebrities Being Sued For Posting Photos of Themselves?

At a time of growing cynicism among young voters, the United States is led by its oldest leaders in history. And it’s trickling down to how they tackle increasingly pressing challenges.

America’s Leaders Are Even Older Than You Think

New York Comic Con returned to the Javits Center for the first time since 2019, with 140,000 pop-culture fans from across the tri-state area showing up to have fun among their people. The Recount’s Matthew Kaplowitz took the pulse of NYCC and spoke to exhibitors, panelists, and Comic Con cosplay enthusiasts to hear their thoughts on the coronavirus rules implemented for Comic Con 2021, and find out if this show was more about super heroes than it was about super spreaders.

Can New York Comic Con Survive COVID?

History has largely been told through the lens of those that hold the most power: white men. This Hispanic Heritage Month, we take a look at the numerous (and lesser known) contributions to science, technology, and culture by Latin and Hispanic people in the inaugural episode of "Bet You Didn’t Know."

Latin & Hispanic Contributions Through History

With Republicans digging in and Democrats wringing their hands, Congress is once again flirting with a uniquely American prospect: the economic catastrophe of not raising the debt ceiling.

The Debt Ceiling: Uniquely American Bullsh*t

When the COVID-19 pandemic began, live music was put on hold. But last weekend the Stones kicked off their 13-date U.S. "No Filter Tour." Is it now safe to attend? Should proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test be required? Artists, promoters, venue owners, and locales are weighing in.

Live Music: From During The Pandemic To Now

As the Supreme Court gears up to hear a case that could officially end Roe v. Wade, Republican-led states could be poised to become more restrictive on abortion access than almost any developed country.

Red States' Abortion Laws Are Disregarding Women's Rights

That sense of 'meh' you might be feeling throughout this pandemic has its own set of risks. Licensed counselor Shemiah Derrick speaks with us about what it means to be 'languishing' and how you can overcome it in a world full of uncertainty.

Even If You're Not Depressed, You May Be "Languishing"

Republicans have long perfected the art of bashing blue states. Democrats have traditionally avoided demonizing red states at all costs. Why is there such a drastic asymmetry in how our parties talk to — and about — each other?

A Red State Strategy Kept California Blue

The fight over Democrats’ plans to raise taxes on the wealthy has exposed a growing trend: former senators using their knowledge and expertise to lobby for the rich and powerful.

The Former Senators Cashing In As Lobbyists

Donald Trump ditched official ceremonies marking the 20th anniversary of 9/11 to provide live commentary for a pay-per-view boxing match. So, how’d it go? And did Trump miss his true calling? The Recount’s in-house fight analyst Matthew Kaplowitz suggests it’s Trump — not LeBron or Kaepernick — who should “just stick to sports.”

Bizarre 9/11 Fight Night With Trump

As Afghan refugees continue to settle in the U.S., many are playing off old playbooks to stoke nativist fears. But almost every assumption about refugees — even among many on the left — are wrong.

No, America Is Not Being Overrun with Refugees

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The 2020 Census's portrait of a changing America could have big implications for redistricting, gerrymandering, and the balance of power — in the 2022 midterms and beyond.

4 Important Takeaways From the 2020 Census Data

As a reexamining of traditional policing collides with an increase in homicides nationwide, more attention than ever is being paid to a group often left out of the gun violence conversation. In partnership with Guns Down America, The Recount tells the story of eight community leaders focused on non-police solutions to violence — who are now asking the White House and Congress to get behind their work.

How Some Community Leaders Are Tackling Crime — Without Police

The United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has released its latest report. While the details are grim, climate scientist David Kanter says it’s not time to give up. We dig into where we are now, what lies ahead, and what’s already being done to prevent worst case scenarios.

‘Code Red’ Climate Crisis: Is It Too Late?

Each one of us plays a role in the destruction or preservation of the world we live in. Let's break down a few of the ways we can each do our part in protecting the environment for future generations.

What Is Your Carbon Footprint and Why It Matters

Special Advisor to CA Governor Gavin Newsom and Former Mayor of Stockton, CA, Michael Tubbs sits down to discuss California's new state-wide basic income program and how a guaranteed income can create a better society.

Michael Tubbs On California's Basic Income Program

Basic income is rising in favor among Americans on both sides of the aisle. California is now the first to approve a state-funded basic income program as 90% of parents receive the child tax credit. Special advisor to the governor Michael Tubbs discusses his high hopes for UBI’s immediate future.

Universal Basic Income Is Now Favored by Majority of Voters

As the Delta variant rips through Trump country, some Republicans and Fox News hosts have gotten praise for their newfound urging of vaccinations. But how much has really changed?

Delta Variant Has Republicans Pushing For Vaccinations

After more than a year of calls to "defund the police," more and more cities across the country are launching alternative response programs, so that fewer cops and more mental health workers are responding to 911 calls. New York's pilot program is already seeing signs of success.

The Rise Of Mental Health Workers For Emergency Calls