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CultureSunday 10.31.21

Fahrenheit 2021: Texas vs. Books

Who knew snowflakes were already falling in Texas? One Republican lawmaker has launched an investigation into state schools — targeting 850 books that pertain to race, sexuality, or could cause general “discomfort.”

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Sexism is real — and its consequences are too. A new study of the medical field finds that female physicians earn an estimated $2 million less than male physicians over a 40-year-career.

The Medical Field’s $2 Million Pay Gap

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An Olympic-sized boycott — but make it diplomatic. While U.S. government officials will not attend the 2022 Beijing Winter Games, athletes will still be allowed to compete. China says the decision will impact “dialogue and cooperation” between the nations.

U.S. Announces Diplomatic Boycott of Beijing Games

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The NFL is NFV (not fully vaccinated). Antonio Brown has been suspended for 3 games for misrepresenting his vaccination status. 2 others have also received suspensions. And while it might not feel totally satisfactory, there is a reason why Aaron Rodgers wasn’t punished the same way.

NFL’s Antonio Brown Suspended for Misrepresenting Vax Status

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“I didn’t pull the trigger" — Alec Baldwin is making a stunning new claim about the “Rust” film set tragedy. The Sante Fe County sheriff’s response? “Guns don’t just go off.”

Alec Baldwin Makes Stunning Claim About “Rust” Tragedy

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Sandra Bullock opens up about EMDR therapy after 2014 home break-in: "I have surrounded myself...with unsafe people..."

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The Supreme Court could effectively overturn Roe v. Wade imminently. Here are three things you should know.

Supreme Court Hears Challenge to Roe v. Wade

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Out with Queen Elizabeth, in with National Hero Rihanna. Barbados has formally cut ties with the UK to become the world’s newest republic.

Barbados Ditches the Queen and Honors Rihanna

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Ghislaine Maxwell's highly anticipated trial is officially underway. The British socialite faces six criminal charges for recruiting, grooming, and exploiting girls as young as 14 years old for sexual abuse with longtime companion Jeffrey Epstein.

Ghislaine Maxwell Sex Trafficking Trial Officially Underway