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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Concerns Rise as EPA Identifies Microplastics and Pharmaceuticals in Drinking Water

** The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has raised alarms regarding the presence…

Environmental Protection Agency Identifies Microplastics and Pharmaceuticals as Drinking Water Contaminants

** In a significant development for public health and environmental safety, the…

Trump’s Iran Dilemma: A Two-Week Countdown with Limited Options

** As President Trump grapples with the escalating tensions surrounding Iran, he…

Attorney General Pam Bondi Exits Justice Department Amid Controversy

** In a significant shift within the Trump administration, President Donald Trump…

NHS Faces Extended Disruption as Resident Doctors Prepare for Six-Day Strike

The National Health Service (NHS) in England is gearing up for its…

Tensions Rise as Supreme Court Challenges President’s Birthright Citizenship Initiative

** In a dramatic clash between the executive branch and the judiciary,…

Doctors’ Strike Set to Disrupt NHS Services as Talks Collapse

In a significant escalation of ongoing tensions, resident doctors in England are…

NHS Faces Extended Disruption as Resident Doctors Prepare for Six-Day Strike

As negotiations falter, the NHS in England is bracing for its longest-ever…

NHS Faces Extended Disruption as Resident Doctors Prepare for Six-Day Strike

The NHS in England is set for its most prolonged disruption yet…

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