Reading archive 2022-08-03

Kansans resoundingly reject amendment aimed at restricting abortion rights

Celebrities use private jets excessively. It’s a climate nightmare.

Phones of top Pentagon officials were wiped of Jan. 6 messages: The DOD is the latest part of the federal government to have deleted official phone communications relevant to investigations into the events of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol

Sen. Johnson suggests ending Medicare, Social Security as mandatory spending programs

Sandy Hook parents confront Alex Jones, say hoax claims created ‘living hell’

How Taiwan reacted to Pelosi’s visit, from ‘welcome’ to ‘American witch’

‘Corn sweat’ is making the air in the Midwest oppressively muggy: Corn contributes substantial moisture to the atmosphere during the heart of summer each year -- some call it “corn sweat.”

A TikTok rival promised millions to Black creators. Now some are deep in debt.: Triller made its name recruiting talent with lavish perks. Now, dozens of influencers are struggling to get paid. ‘We were made to look like fools,’ one creator said.