The ruling Labour Party in the United Kingdom has introduced plans to broaden equal value pay legislation, allowing workers to seek pay equity claims more extensively.

Reason | Jul 31, 2026, 8:39 AM 1 source Single-source report

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On July 30, 1956, Congress Declared 'In God We Trust' as the U.S. Motto

The United States Congress enacted a resolution officially establishing 'In God We Trust' as the national motto on July 30, 1956.

Reason | Jul 30, 2026, 11:18 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Reason Launches Open Thread for Political Discussion

Reason invites readers to share their thoughts and engage in political discourse through its Open Thread feature.

Reason | Jul 30, 2026, 9:08 AM 1 source Single-source report

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New Milton Council Fines Man £1,000 for Fly-Tipping Over Small Box

Lee Reynolds was fined by the local council in New Milton, England, for leaving a small box, an act classified as fly-tipping.

Reason | Jul 30, 2026, 9:06 AM 1 source Single-source report

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On July 27, 1929, the United States Signed the Geneva Conventions

The Geneva Conventions, signed by the United States on July 27, 1929, later became a significant subject in Supreme Court history, notably in the 2006 case Hamdan v. Rumsfeld.

Reason | Jul 27, 2026, 11:59 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Sacramento Officials Begin Inspecting Residents' Waste Sorting

City authorities in Sacramento, California, have started inspecting garbage, recycling, and organic waste bins to ensure proper sorting by residents.

Reason | Jul 27, 2026, 8:41 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Justice George Shiras Jr. Takes Oath on July 26, 1892

On July 26, 1892, Justice George Shiras Jr. was sworn into the United States Supreme Court, marking a notable event in Supreme Court history.

Reason | Jul 27, 2026, 8:40 AM 1 source Single-source report

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California's New Wage Rules Threaten Goat Herding Fire Prevention Efforts

Applying standard wage and overtime laws to goat herders raises costs, risking the loss of a key wildfire prevention method in California.

Reason | Jul 26, 2026, 8:37 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Justice William Brennan Dies on July 24, 1997

On July 24, 1997, Justice William Brennan, a notable figure in Supreme Court history, passed away in the United States.

Reason | Jul 24, 2026, 11:59 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Reason Magazine Hosts Open Thread for Political Discussion

Reason magazine invites readers to share their thoughts on politics in an open thread format.

Reason | Jul 24, 2026, 8:18 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Today in Supreme Court History: Justice Anthony Kennedy's Birthday on July 23, 1936

July 23 marks the birthday of Justice Anthony Kennedy, a significant figure in U.S. Supreme Court history.

Reason | Jul 23, 2026, 11:53 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Melbourne Police Officer William Markle Resigns After Mistaken Tackle Incident

Officer William Markle steps down following body camera footage revealing a mistaken police tackle in Melbourne, Florida.

Reason | Jul 23, 2026, 8:43 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Reason Magazine Hosts Open Thread on July 23, 2026

The libertarian-leaning publication Reason invites readers to share their thoughts in an open political discussion.

Reason | Jul 23, 2026, 7:57 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Orin S. Kerr Releases Video Lecture for Incoming Law Students

Legal scholar Orin S. Kerr offers guidance to first-year law students in a newly published video lecture.

Reason | Jul 22, 2026, 9:44 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Supreme Court to Review Alaska’s Asset Forfeiture in Excessive Fines Clause Case

The Court will examine the constitutionality of Alaska’s confiscation of a $95,000 plane linked to the illegal transport of alcohol to a dry village.

Reason | Jul 21, 2026, 11:30 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Justice William Brennan Resigns on July 20, 1990

On July 20, 1990, Justice William Brennan resigned from the U.S. Supreme Court, marking a significant moment in Supreme Court history.

Reason | Jul 20, 2026, 12:05 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Maryland Officer Jaron Taylor Sentenced to Probation and Fine in Anne Arundel County

A federal judge in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, has sentenced police officer Jaron Taylor to three years of probation and a $38,670 fine.

Reason | Jul 20, 2026, 8:48 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Reason Magazine Hosts Open Thread Discussion on U.S. Politics

Reason magazine invites readers to share their thoughts on current political issues in the United States through an open thread.

Reason | Jul 20, 2026, 7:42 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Academics Face Reputational Crisis After Years of Political Involvement

Scholars must now convince the public they are committed to truth, following critiques of politicization in humanities research.

Reason | Jul 19, 2026, 10:38 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Justice Frank Murphy Dies on July 19, 1949

On July 19, 1949, Justice Frank Murphy, a notable figure in Supreme Court history, passed away.

Reason | Jul 19, 2026, 12:09 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Reason Launches Open Thread for Political Discussion

Reason invites readers to share their thoughts on current political topics in the United States.

Reason | Jul 19, 2026, 7:50 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Justice George Sutherland Dies on July 18, 1942

A significant date in Supreme Court history marks the death of Justice George Sutherland.

Reason | Jul 18, 2026, 12:20 PM 1 source Single-source report