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London

What are the key mayoral and local election results still to come?

Conservatives facing significant losses in local elections with Labour making gains [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

UK news

What impact could Gaza war have on local elections in UK

Labour's stance on Israel's war in Gaza may have impacted local elections despite projected seat gains. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Europe politics

Like the Somme without the generals': Tory nerves grow as local elections loom

The local elections on 2 May are crucial for Rishi Sunak's party, potentially signaling future election fate based on expected losses. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Five Major Climate Policies Trump Would Probably Reverse if Elected

Former President Trump plans a stark reversal of President Biden's climate policies, prioritizing oil, gas, and reversing environmental protections.

The return of Trump for a second term could lead to devastating consequences for climate change efforts, according to environmental advocates. [ more ]

www.cnn.com

US Elections

Supreme Court to hear arguments on Trump immunity case

The Supreme Court is hearing arguments on Trump's immunity claim in an election subversion case, impacting his legal battles and potential political future. [ more ]

www.mediaite.com

3 months ago

CNNs Jim Acosta Zings Trump For Torpedoeing Immigration Deal

Donald Trump sabotaged an immigration deal while simultaneously ranting about an immigrant invasion at the border.

CNN anchor Jim Acosta called out the contradiction and highlighted Trump's efforts to scuttle the border deal. [ more ]

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New York Post

1 week ago

Trump gets 'stormed' in Daniels' lurid testimony: Letters to the Editor - May 9, 2024

The hush money case against former President Donald Trump involves Stormy Daniels' detailed testimony to embarrass him. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Who benefits from US tariffs on Chinese imports? Experts weigh in

Tariffs expected to boost Biden politically while having minimal impact on the economy. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Everyone Not Named Trump or Biden Who Might Make a Difference in Trump vs. Biden

If the 2024 election were a road trip, we're at a point of anticipation and curiosity for what's to come. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Joe Biden, Pot President?

President Biden has indicated support for loosening federal restrictions on marijuana, potentially gaining political favor. [ more ]

Intelligencer

Trump Let Biden Take First Swing by Agreeing to Debate

Presidential debates may have limited impact on votes but can sway close races with notable moments. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

RFK Jr. could be a spoiler in November. But will it help Biden or Trump?

Voter apathy could lead to unexpected impact from third-party candidates like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

1 week ago

OMG science

What are the most powerful climate actions you can take? The expert view

Voting for politicians pledging strong climate measures is crucial for personal climate action. [ more ]

www.dw.com

1 week ago

Business

Britain's economy exits recession ahead of elections DW 05/10/2024

Britain's economy grew stronger than expected in Q1 2024, signaling an exit from the recession.

Mixed opinions from politicians highlight the uncertainty surrounding the UK's economic recovery post-pandemic. [ more ]

Fast Company

Business

The Fed's next inflation report could show easing of core inflation

Inflation levels in the U.S. are being closely monitored for signs of decline, potentially impacting the economy and the upcoming presidential race. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Business

How the High Cost of Borrowing May Skew the Presidential Race

Higher borrowing costs are causing financial anxiety for entrepreneurs, potentially impacting voting decisions in battleground states like Georgia. [ more ]

Advocate.com

9 hours ago

LGBT

The country did a complete 180 on a once-divisive issue starting 20 years ago

Same-sex marriage was once a divisive issue in the US, with most Americans opposing it, leading to political consequences at the state and national levels. [ more ]

Advocate.com

LGBT

Mississippi Republicans fail to pass trans bathroom ban and law defining sex

Two laws restricting transgender rights in Mississippi did not proceed to a final vote due to lack of agreement. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

LGBT

Kansas Republicans just brought the state one step closer to denying care to trans minors

Trans rights in Kansas suffered a setback with the passage of an anti-trans bill banning gender-affirming care for youths. [ more ]

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NYC LGBT

Crucial new report shows how anti-LGBTQ+ politics are harming LGBTQ+ youth

Anti-LGBTQ+ policies and political narratives are significantly impacting the mental health and wellbeing of queer youngsters in the US. [ more ]

Queerty

NYC LGBT

New study on queer youth mental health & suicide rates show there's still a lot of work to do

Despite progress, LGBTQ+ youth still face mental health challenges, lack support, and grapple with political impact. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

US Elections

Democrats Win New York Special House Election, Narrowing G.O.P. Majority

Timothy M. Kennedy, a Democratic New York State senator, easily won a special House election in western New York, impacting the House's balance of power. [ more ]

www.dw.com

JavaScript

In Indian tech hub Bengaluru, water crisis gets political DW 04/30/2024

Bengaluru faces water shortage, with groundwater depletion and rising costs causing dependence on expensive tankers. [ more ]

IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Tech industry

FCC Restores Net Neutrality Regime Amid Criticism

Restoring net neutrality rules under Title II classification increases regulatory oversight and sparks opposition from taxpayer advocacy groups and Republican lawmakers. [ more ]

time.com

Writing

The Only Answer to the Country's Troubles

The past events shed light on the current racial and social challenges facing the United States. [ more ]

www.cnn.com

Supreme Court hears case about emergency abortion care

The Supreme Court is hearing a challenge to Idaho's abortion ban in medical emergencies, part of ongoing fallout from reversing Roe v. Wade. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

High Borrowing Costs Have Some Democrats Urging Biden to Pressure the Fed

Sky-high mortgage rates are affecting American consumers and could impact President Biden's re-election prospects.

President Biden faces pressure to urge the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates to tackle the challenges posed by elevated borrowing costs. [ more ]

The Atlantic

Europe news

The GOP's Pro-Russia Caucus Lost. Now Ukraine Has to Win.

U.S. decision to provide weapons to Ukraine impacting war dynamics. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Europe news

From Beslan to concert hall: Terror in Russia DW 03/23/2024

Deadliest terrorist attack in Russia in two decades occurred in Moscow concert hall shooting.

Fight against terror has allowed the Kremlin to consolidate power and restrict freedoms. [ more ]

Mission Local

4 weeks ago

San Francisco

Pandas could be great for SF. They may not be great for Mayor Breed.

Shakespeare's iconic stage direction 'Exit, pursued by a bear' from 'The Winter's Tale' resurfaces in a captivating real-life zoo narrative in San Francisco, hinting at the magical allure of pandas. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

4 weeks ago

California

Public defenders, foster kids, climate: Programs created during California's boom may stall amid deficit

California faces budget deficit leading to potential program cuts despite previous surplus. [ more ]

Washington Post

Black Lives Matter

Pro-Palestinian protests could foreshadow a summer of upheaval

Pro-Palestinian demonstrations causing traffic disruptions may escalate into a challenging summer of protests for President Biden, potential impact on public support. [ more ]

Axios

Law

"Your client is a criminal defendant": N.Y. judge denies Trump team request to attend SCOTUS oral arguments

The judge rejected Trump's team's request to be excused from court to attend oral arguments, highlighting Trump's packed courtroom calendar. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

Law

White House condemns Uganda's Constitutional Court for upholding "kill the gays" law

The Uganda Constitutional Court upheld the Anti-Homosexuality Act with revisions to certain provisions.

President Biden and White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre denounced the legislation and called for human rights to be safeguarded. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Trump boasts We broke Roe v Wade' as abortion dogs GOP election hopes

Trump claims credit for overturning Roe v Wade, touting state control on abortion and facing Democratic backlash. [ more ]

www.bostonherald.com

Trump pushes Arizona lawmakers to remedy' state abortion ruling that he says went too far'

Former President Trump urged Arizona lawmakers to remedy a neartotal abortion ban, highlighting his struggle to neutralize Democrats' potent political weapon. [ more ]

Theregister

Data science

Majority of US science agency budgets cut for 2024

Federal science funding decreased in 2024 after a temporary increase in 2023.

Republican-controlled House of Representatives prioritizes reducing federal spending, impacting science budgets. [ more ]

TechCrunch

Marketing

Hoping to stall a ban, TikTok says it generated $14.7B for US small businesses last year | TechCrunch

TikTok generated $14.7 billion for SMBs and $24.2 billion in total economic activity in the U.S. last year.

Over 7 million U.S. businesses rely on TikTok, supporting 224,000 jobs, with California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois having the largest impacts. [ more ]

Newsmax

Marketing

TikTok Advertisers to Look to Rivals if Ban Bill Passes

Advertisers prepare contingency plans amid TikTok uncertainty

Meta's Reels and YouTube's Shorts could benefit if TikTok is banned [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

UK news

Stealth tax freeze threatens income of 1.6 million pensioners

Around two million pensioners will have to pay income tax due to freezing tax threshold.

The freeze on tax thresholds will leave the average taxpaying pensioner around 1,000 worse off by 2027-28. [ more ]

New York Post

New York City

It's ethnic discrimination to force NYC pizzerias, matzah-makers to comply with 'green' edict: new bill

Ethnic restaurants exempt from emission reduction laws

Proposed bill aims to preserve culinary traditions [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Public health

Opinion | Obamacare Is in Grave Danger, Again

Access to health insurance for those with preexisting conditions improved under Obamacare

Obamacare significantly reduced the percentage of Americans without health insurance. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Ken Buck Cuts Short House Term, Leaving Republicans Down Yet Another Member

Ken Buck leaving Congress early further reduces Republican majority.

His departure adds pressure on House Republicans during a crucial time. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

A Union Leader in Nebraska Tries to Leap to the Senate on Labor's Strength

Union leader Dan Osborn's transition from leading a strike to running for Senate in Nebraska.

Election year in Nebraska will test the power of the union movement in shaping political outcomes. [ more ]

english.elpais.com

4 months ago

A danger called Donald Trump

Donald Trump's actions in 2024 could determine whether he returns to the White House or faces legal consequences.

Joe Biden's chances of re-election are uncertain due to his low popularity and various policy challenges. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

UK politics

Sunak and Hunt's last stand? Our panel responds to the Tories' spring budget

Local authorities facing significant cuts

Budget announcement focused on tax cuts for the wealthy [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

EU data protection

The Guardian view on the 2024 European elections: a continent at the crossroads | Editorial

Eurosceptic parties gaining ground in European elections

Potential impact of radical-right parties on EU policies [ more ]

www.theguardian.com