Marcus Thorne, US Social Affairs Reporter

Marcus Thorne focuses on the critical social issues shaping modern America, from civil rights and immigration to healthcare disparities and urban development. With a background in sociology and 15 years of investigative reporting for ProPublica, Marcus is dedicated to telling the stories of underrepresented communities. His long-form features have sparked national conversations on social justice reform.
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U.S. Military Aircraft Crashes in Iran, Search Operations Underway

** A U.S. military aircraft has reportedly gone down in Iranian territory,…

Youth Employment Crisis: Low-Paid, Insecure Jobs Link to Rising Health Issues

Young people in the UK are increasingly finding themselves trapped in low-paid,…

Job Market Rebounds in March with 178,000 New Positions Added

** The job market in the United States demonstrated notable resilience in…

US Launches Search for Missing Crew After Fighter Jet Downed in Iran

The situation is dire as American officials race to establish the whereabouts…

US Job Market Shows Signs of Recovery with 178,000 New Jobs in March

** The American labour market demonstrated renewed vitality in March, with employers…

Trump Pushes for Massive Military Budget Increase Amid Domestic Cuts

** In a bold move that has drawn both support and criticism,…

Trump Administration Challenges State Regulations on Betting Markets

** In a significant move, the Trump administration has filed lawsuits against…

Trump Administration’s Budget Cuts Threaten Vital Bipartisan Foreign Aid Programs

** In a move that has raised eyebrows across the political spectrum,…

EPA Highlights Microplastics and Pharmaceuticals as Drinking Water Contaminants

In a significant announcement, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has identified microplastics…

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