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Dognapping Is Surprisingly Common—But What Happened to Lady Gaga Is Unheard Of

We spoke to an expert at the American Kennel Club about the theft of Lady Gaga's dogs and how she might get them back.
Drew Schwartz
2.26.21
immigration

‘We Are So Happy’: Migrants Stranded by Trump Are Finally Entering the US

The end of the controversial MPP policy introduced by former U.S President Donald Trump is a huge relief to migrants who have been waiting in Mexico's border cities.
Emily Green
2.26.21
iraq

Iraq Is Getting Ready for the Pope With ‘Happy Vibes’

Blast walls in Baghdad are getting a fresh lick of paint as Iraqis prepare to welcome Pope Francis for his first overseas trip of the COVID-era.
Mohammed Rasool
2.26.21
Criminal Justice

Why Are Prosecutors Keeping a Huge, Secretive DNA Database in Orange County?

"The fact that you are giving up your DNA for a relatively smaller misdemeanor crime—forever—is pretty scary, when you think about it.” 
Emma Ockerman
2.26.21
Saudi Arabia

Saudi Crown Prince Approved Operation to Kill Khashoggi, US Intel Report Says

The U.S. is publicly accusing the de facto ruler of Saudi Arabia of being responsible for the murder of the Washington Post columnist in 2018.
Mohammed Rasool
2.26.21
Interviews

We Talked to the Director Behind Rap's Flashiest Videos

A conversation with Colin Tilley about how "WAP" and "Cry Baby" signal the return of maximalist music videos.
Kristin Corry
2.26.21
Policing

Cop Allegedly Raped Teen Girl After Driving Her to the ER for a Rape Kit

Rodney Vicknair is accused of grooming the girl to gain her trust, as well as several instances of harassment and assault.
Emma Ockerman
2.26.21
Internet

FCC Unveils $3.2 Billion Plan to Help Struggling Americans Afford Broadband

The agency’s new plan would dole out $3.2 billion to families struggling to get online during the pandemic.
Karl Bode
2.26.21
Noisey Cover Story

On the Fast Track To Euphoria with Danny L Harle

The PC Music member and latest Noisey cover star unpacks his debut album ‘Harlecore’ and its accompanying virtual club, where the rave goes on forever.
Emma Garland
2.26.21
Panama

Panama's Justice Chief Resigns Amid Orphanage Sex Abuse Scandal

“I want those kids out,” said the Congresswoman who presented a report exposing the abuse of kids in orphanages. “Their childhood was stolen from them.”
Sophie Foggin
2.26.21
LGBTQ

'I Feel Privileged to Be Trans' – 5 Writers on What Trans Joy Means to Them

In honour of the first Trans Day of Joy from grassroots organisation We Exist, we asked five writers and performers to define the phrase.
Donna Marcus
Vixx
June Bellebono
Mandla Rae
Biogal_
2.26.21
Trump

The GOP’s Obsession With Trump Just Hit Biblical Levels

There's a golden statue of Trump holding a fair wand at CPAC this year.
Samir Ferdowsi
2.26.21
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