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US - Jun 27, 2026 - In a first, Texas approves plan to require Bible passages in public schools starting 2030 - In a significant shift for Texas public schools, beginning in the 2030-2031 school year, students will be required to engage with selected Bible passages as part of their English and language arts classes. Advocates argue this initiative will enrich students' understanding of influential literary works, while critics raise alarms regarding potential infringements on the principle of church-state separation and the need for a diverse representation of texts.

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70-year wait for Green Card unfair to Indians: Republican senator pushes for removal of country cap

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US judge blocks Trump's mail-in voting order ahead of November elections

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Another top US army officer abruptly steps down under war secy Hegseth's watch

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Bill Gates says Jeffrey Epstein sought to blackmail him over extramarital affairs

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