The Environmental Protection Agency is releasing its long-awaited regulations on the disposal of coal ash, the byproduct of coal-powered electricity. The report is expected to classify coal ash like garbage, rather than a hazardous material, leaving it up to states to regulate.

Attorney General Eric Holder on Thursday extended anti-discrimination protections to cover transgender identity. Reversing a Justice Department position adopted during the George W. Bush administration, Holder directed his department to recognize that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 covers actions based on gender identity, including transgender discrimination.

Two arrests have been made in the case of Jada, a Texas 16-year-old who was reportedly raped at a party in July, and pictures of her unconscious, naked body went viral on social media. Supporters countered with the hashtag #IAmJada. MSNBC's Ronan Farrow is now reporting that one adult and a minor have been arrested in the case. In an interview with Farrow, Jada said, "I would like to see justice. Justice in full effect and that's it."

After this week’s thaw, you will be able to legally bring back from Havana maybe a dozen — up to $100 worth — of high-end native cigars for personal use. Here are a couple of surprising facts about the smokable that you should know.