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Philippines Health Secretary Francisco Duque III (R) administers the China-made Sinovac vaccine against the Covid-19 coronavirus disease to Eileen Aniceto, a doctor at the Lung Center of the Philippines.

Do People Need To Know Which COVID-19 Vaccine They're Getting? One Country Says No

The Philippines is going "brand agnostic" after a vaccination site was swarmed this week when people found out Pfizer doses were to be given out.

Security Threats Against Lawmakers Increase After Jan. 6 Insurrection

Since the Capitol riot in January, threats against members of Congress have increased. Lawmakers from both parties are adjusting safety precautions.

Ietef "DJ Cavem Moetavation" Vita plants seeds with daughter Libya LeaDonvita in the garden at their home outside Denver. Vita is among a growing list of Black gardening enthusiasts-turned-entrepreneurs across the country who've launched seed businesses during the pandemic-inspired gardening boom.

Black Entrepreneurs Sow Seeds Of Healthier Eating During Pandemic Gardening Boom

Denver-based rapper DJ Cavem Moetavation started pushing beats and beets by distributing free seeds. Black-owned companies like his are trying to encourage more people of color to grow their own food.

Darren Ford (left) reacts to the new mask guideline while presenting his vaccine card at Liberty Theatre on May 14 in Camas, Wash. Gov. Jay Inslee announced last Thursday that the statewide mask mandate would no longer apply to fully vaccinated adults.

Even With The No-Mask Guidance, Some Pockets Of The U.S. Aren't Ready To Let Go

Many Americans are still making sense of new CDC guidance that vaccinated people no longer have to wear masks in most indoor settings.

In its filing to dismiss the suit on Tuesday, Fox News said it was within the bounds of the First Amendment to air claims about Dominion and that the company has failed to back up its allegations of "actual malice."

Fox News Moves To Have Dominion Voting Systems Lawsuit Dismissed

The cable news outlet says it is protected by the First Amendment and alleges it sought to show both sides of the legal dispute led by former President Donald Trump over the 2020 election results.

Movies Bypass Asian And Pacific Islander Actors And Directors, Study Finds

Hollywood's top grossing films rarely include API roles and when they do actors are cast in stereotypical roles. The exception: Dwayne Johnson, who accounts for a third of all API lead actor roles.

A police officer stands in front of a Black Lives Matter sign during a protest in front of Seattle City Hall on August 9, 2020.

With 12 New Laws, Washington State Joins Movement To Overhaul Policing

Washington state's Democratic governor, Jay Inslee, signed 12 bills into law Tuesday on everything from the tactics officers use in the field, to circumstances under which officers can be decertified.

Rep. Judy Chu, D-Calif., is seen speaking on the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act ahead of its passage at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday.

Congress Passes Bill To Counter The Rise In Anti-Asian Hate Crimes

The legislation, which had near-unanimous support from the Senate, now goes to President Biden's desk for his signature.

The U.S. Must Expedite Visas For Afghans Who Helped The U.S., Congressman Says

NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Rep. Michael McCaul, R-Texas, about the drawdown of U.S. military forces from Afghanistan, and his call to fast-track immigration visas for Afghans who helped the U.S.

Antony Blinken In Iceland To Protect U.S. Interest In The Arctic

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has been working the phones to the Middle East — but at the same time he's continuing with talks about the Arctic during a visit to Iceland.

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