civil

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Intersectionality is on display at the California African American Museum with “Free and Queer,” a show that puts Black LGBTQ+ Californians at the center of the civil rights movement.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Bangladesh has shut universities and capped fuel prices; Pakistan has introduced a shortened workweek; and Thailand ordered civil servants to work from home.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

Addressing Sauer, Chief Justice John Roberts pointed toward contemporary civil rights laws that took a broad view of citizenship.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

Applied Behavior Center settled federal civil fraud allegations over billing issues just three years ago without admitting wrongdoing, the Justice Department announced at the time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

“You began the evening well, Charlotte,” said Mrs. Bennet with civil self-command to Miss Lucas.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen