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fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 hours ago

Ukraine's sovereignty was violated long before Trump

The Ukrainian government has started the process for opening bids for foreign companies to mine lithium deposits in the country as part of a deal with the US.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Reeves's fearsome challenge: to balance backbenchers and bond markets

James Carville, Bill Clinton's adviser in the 1990s, expressed a desire to return as the bond market, emphasizing its influence over political leaders.
US politics
#censorship
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago
US politics

Law360 Using AI Bias Detector To Make Sure Stories Don't Accidentally Tell The Truth - Above the Law

fromDailywire
1 week ago
US politics

EXCLUSIVE: Ad Cartel Colluded With Foreign Governments Against Elon Musk's Twitter

fromAbove the Law
4 days ago
US politics

Law360 Using AI Bias Detector To Make Sure Stories Don't Accidentally Tell The Truth - Above the Law

fromDailywire
1 week ago
US politics

EXCLUSIVE: Ad Cartel Colluded With Foreign Governments Against Elon Musk's Twitter

fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

CBS is the latest news giant to bend to Trump's power

The $16 million settlement over an interview CBS' 60 Minutes conducted last fall with then-Vice President Kamala Harris smooths the path for Redstone and Paramount to secure the approval of the Federal Communications Commission to sell the company to Skydance Media.
US news
#tesla
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

Elon Musk on Tesla sales: "We see no problem with demand"

Cathie Wood believes Tesla has experienced brand damage due to Elon Musk's political involvement, but views this as a short-term issue.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

Elon Musk on Tesla sales: "We see no problem with demand"

Cathie Wood believes Tesla has experienced brand damage due to Elon Musk's political involvement, but views this as a short-term issue.
#legislation
US politics
fromIntelligencer
4 months ago

The Most Sycophantic Things Republicans Have Done to Flatter Trump

Donald Trump maintains significant influence over the Republican Party, evident in recent legislative proposals idolizing him.
Cryptocurrency
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Democrats Are Greenlighting Trump's Crypto Corruption

The Senate's GENIUS Act progresses amid concerns of corruption and inadequate safeguards against crypto-induced ethical dilemmas.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
4 months ago

The Most Sycophantic Things Republicans Have Done to Flatter Trump

Donald Trump maintains significant influence over the Republican Party, evident in recent legislative proposals idolizing him.
Cryptocurrency
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Democrats Are Greenlighting Trump's Crypto Corruption

The Senate's GENIUS Act progresses amid concerns of corruption and inadequate safeguards against crypto-induced ethical dilemmas.
#trump
Cryptocurrency
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Crypto investors saw Trump as their champion. Now they're not so sure

Trump's involvement in crypto raises concerns among investors about the legitimacy and credibility of the industry amid soaring meme coin popularity.
Cryptocurrency
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

$TRUMP Crypto Investors Say They Attended Private Gala With Explicit Intent' To Influence President Trump: Report

Trump hosted a dinner for high-dollar memecoin buyers, aiming to influence U.S. crypto policy, amidst controversy over lobbying and personal profit.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We can't just be against Trump. It's time for a bold, progressive populism | Robert Reich

Protests against Trump highlight the need for progressive populism to enhance democracy and counter regressive policies.
Cryptocurrency
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Crypto investors saw Trump as their champion. Now they're not so sure

Trump's involvement in crypto raises concerns among investors about the legitimacy and credibility of the industry amid soaring meme coin popularity.
Cryptocurrency
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

$TRUMP Crypto Investors Say They Attended Private Gala With Explicit Intent' To Influence President Trump: Report

Trump hosted a dinner for high-dollar memecoin buyers, aiming to influence U.S. crypto policy, amidst controversy over lobbying and personal profit.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We can't just be against Trump. It's time for a bold, progressive populism | Robert Reich

Protests against Trump highlight the need for progressive populism to enhance democracy and counter regressive policies.
#billionaires
fromFortune
1 week ago

Photos: Big brands are pulling out of Pride. Here's how their involvement has changed over the years

NYC Pride is facing a deficit of $750,000, roughly 25% of the event's overall budget, which will impact its usual programming and support for LGBTQIA+ nonprofits.
LGBT
#supreme-court
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Should Supreme Court Justices Be Elected By A Conclave Of Federal Judges? - Above the Law

Pope Francis's passing opens the conclave for electing a new pope, highlighting a potential model for reforming U.S. Supreme Court justice selection.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Should Supreme Court Justices Be Elected By A Conclave Of Federal Judges? - Above the Law

Pope Francis's passing opens the conclave for electing a new pope, highlighting a potential model for reforming U.S. Supreme Court justice selection.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Steve Bannon Calls for Investigation Into Fox News Over Israel First' Coverage: Are They Dealing Directly With Foreign Intelligence Services?'

Fox News has just been a cheerleader just like they were cheerleaders for the Iraq War and for the extension in Afghanistan. It's the Iraq War playbook.
US politics
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.cnn.com
1 month ago

Trump issues slew of pardons, including to former New York congressman Michael Grimm

Trump granted clemency to various individuals, notably bypassing traditional processes in favor of political connections.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US politics

Freed Hostage Tells CNN Hamas Treated Him Better' After Trump Election: They Understood He Wants to Bring the Hostages Back Home'

US politics
fromwww.cnn.com
1 month ago

Trump issues slew of pardons, including to former New York congressman Michael Grimm

Trump granted clemency to various individuals, notably bypassing traditional processes in favor of political connections.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US politics

Freed Hostage Tells CNN Hamas Treated Him Better' After Trump Election: They Understood He Wants to Bring the Hostages Back Home'

fromIT Pro
1 week ago

A looming hyperscaler exodus? UK IT leaders are thinking of ditching US cloud providers - here's why

Organizations are becoming more aware and more wary of where their data is stored and who has jurisdiction over it.
European startups
fromForbes
1 week ago

How Did Andrew Cuomo Get So Rich?

"When you grow up in Queens, you grow up middle class. You grow up part of a working family. We're not rich in Queens, but that's okay."
NYC politics
#trump-administration
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Trump's Most Successful Business Venture

Trump's pardons create the impression of a sale on the presidency, revealing deeper issues in American integrity.
US news
fromwww.sun-sentinel.com
3 weeks ago

Members of the Fulbright scholarship board resign, accusing Trump of meddling

The Fulbright scholarship board members resigned in protest against the Trump administration's interference in award selections.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

David Steiner of FedEx is tapped to be the U.S. Postal Service's new leader

David Steiner's appointment as postmaster general raises concerns over political influence and conflicts of interest amid challenges facing the USPS.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Big Influence on This President': JD Vance Meets One-on-One' With Conspiracy Theorist Laura Loomer

Laura Loomer's meeting with Vice President JD Vance highlights her ongoing influence within the Trump administration and her controversial reputation.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Trump's Most Successful Business Venture

Trump's pardons create the impression of a sale on the presidency, revealing deeper issues in American integrity.
US news
fromwww.sun-sentinel.com
3 weeks ago

Members of the Fulbright scholarship board resign, accusing Trump of meddling

The Fulbright scholarship board members resigned in protest against the Trump administration's interference in award selections.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

David Steiner of FedEx is tapped to be the U.S. Postal Service's new leader

David Steiner's appointment as postmaster general raises concerns over political influence and conflicts of interest amid challenges facing the USPS.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Big Influence on This President': JD Vance Meets One-on-One' With Conspiracy Theorist Laura Loomer

Laura Loomer's meeting with Vice President JD Vance highlights her ongoing influence within the Trump administration and her controversial reputation.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

GSE privatization effort must navigate 'race to the bottom'

David Dworkin, the NHC's president and CEO, expressed the pressing need to move beyond conservatorship with a thoughtful and bipartisan plan addressing systemic flaws.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Serbia's Exit festival may go into exile' amid government pressure over student protests

The only way we could continue the festival beyond this year is if we decided not to be free from political influence,
Europe politics
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Exclusive: Congressman Tim Moore failed to properly disclose hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of personal stock purchases made around Trump's 'Liberation Day' in a potential STOCK Act violation

"The landscape of American politics is increasingly influenced by the media's narrative, shaping public perception and impacting election outcomes more than ever before."
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Monday's Headlines: Adams's Anti-Bike Legacy Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Adams's decision to cancel the previously upgraded protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue highlights how political influence can compromise public safety.
NYC politics
#rule-of-law
#evangelicalism
#cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrency
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Trump and Crypto Are Now in Perfect Alignment

The 2025 Bitcoin Conference showcased the intertwining of Trumpism and cryptocurrency culture, highlighting a shift in the former president's stance on digital currency.
Cryptocurrency
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How Trump's meme coin business is profiting off a dinner with the president

Trump's meme coin generates significant revenue and offers influential access to the president, merging humor and commerce in cryptocurrency.
fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

With Newfound Sway in City Hall, Portland's Democratic Socialists Hope to Redefine the City's Priorities

We need to lead with our values, which are rooted in community and care and not greed and profit.
SF politics
#paypal-mafia
fromThe Mercury News
4 weeks ago
Silicon Valley

The 'PayPal Mafia': How power trio of Musk, Thiel and Sacks rode Silicon Valley startup success into Trump White House

Silicon Valley
fromThe Mercury News
4 weeks ago

The 'PayPal Mafia': How power trio of Musk, Thiel and Sacks rode Silicon Valley startup success into Trump White House

The PayPal Mafia leveraged their influence into significant political power, showcasing their journey from startup founders to key figures in government.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

The PayPal Mafia': How power trio of Musk, Thiel and Sacks rode Silicon Valley startup success into Trump White House

Musk, Thiel, and Sacks transitioned from PayPal innovators to influential political actors in the U.S. government, significantly shaping its financial policies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Catholics now make up little more than half Brazil's population

In recent years, we've seen a growing presence of evangelicals emerging and gradually asserting themselves in society, taking a stand, expressing their values, ideas, and faith.
Right-wing politics
#scientific-integrity
Science
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump's new gold standard' rule will destroy American science as we know it | Colette Delawalla

The executive order threatens scientific independence by allowing political interference in research evaluations.
It disguises potential harm to scientific integrity under the guise of promoting rigorous and transparent research.
Science
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump's new gold standard' rule will destroy American science as we know it | Colette Delawalla

The executive order threatens scientific independence by allowing political interference in research evaluations.
It disguises potential harm to scientific integrity under the guise of promoting rigorous and transparent research.
#elon-musk
Artificial intelligence
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Elon's Twitter Purchase Turned Out to Be a Great Investment-but Not for the Reasons You Think

Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter, initially viewed as a blunder, has unexpectedly positioned him as a powerful player in business and politics.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Elon Musk Didn't Blow Up Washington, But He Left Plenty of Damage Behind

Elon Musk's tenure at the Department of Government Efficiency ended with controversial actions that reflect his misguided belief in leveraging wealth for power.
Artificial intelligence
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Elon's Twitter Purchase Turned Out to Be a Great Investment-but Not for the Reasons You Think

Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter, initially viewed as a blunder, has unexpectedly positioned him as a powerful player in business and politics.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Elon Musk Didn't Blow Up Washington, But He Left Plenty of Damage Behind

Elon Musk's tenure at the Department of Government Efficiency ended with controversial actions that reflect his misguided belief in leveraging wealth for power.
Media industry
fromAdweek
1 month ago

FTC Issues Sweeping Demands to Media Rating Firms Over Industry Ties

FTX is investigating media credibility firms over possible political influence in ad spending.
The investigation could reveal collusion to manipulate ad dollars away from right-wing media outlets.
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 month ago

Vegas Comedown, Or Was Bitcoin 2025 Too Noisy?

Dancing cows dashed across my feed. "It's a political convention now," I overheard two attendees saying as they exited the Nakamoto stage, heads shaking.
Cryptocurrency
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Exclusive: US veterans agency orders scientists not to publish in journals without clearance

VA employees must get approval from political appointees before publishing or speaking to the public, restricting their ability to share important health insights.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Feldman: Harvard was divided against itself. Trump's attacks have changed that.

Harvard transformed from internal conflict to unity in defense of free inquiry and academic freedom within a year.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Trump pardons reality TV stars sentenced for fraud, tax evasion

Trump's pardons for Todd and Julie Chrisley, who were serving sentences for bank fraud and tax evasion, illustrate the crossover between celebrity culture and politics.
Atlanta Braves
Silicon Valley
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Silicon Valley's Misguided Utopian Visions

Tech oligarchs like Musk and Bezos wield unprecedented influence, promoting radical visions of a future shaped by technology, but these ideologies warrant critical examination.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Judge in Derek Chauvin case breaks silence, calls out 'defund police' crowd for complicating trial

Cahill noted the impact of toxic politics, stating that the Minneapolis City Council's comments and actions made the trial's environment even more challenging.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

South Lebanon votes in municipal election seen as test of Hezbollah support

Despite facing military losses and diminished political leverage, Hezbollah is leveraging the municipal elections to assert its influence and gauge support in southern Lebanon.
US Elections
#department-of-justice
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Biglaw Firms May See Prestige Ranking Scores Take A Hit Thanks To Piss-Poor Deals With Trump - Above the Law

Associates at major law firms prioritize prestige above income, particularly in these turbulent times influenced by political pressures and ethical considerations.
US news
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

PG&E executive helped run San Jose council candidate's campaign - San Jose Spotlight

Emails obtained by San José Spotlight show Teresa Alvarado, a regional vice president of the Bay Area's $40 billion power utility, ran meetings three times a week with campaign volunteers to discuss fundraising, endorsements, mail and media strategy for Chavez-Lopez.
SF politics
US Elections
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

States Where Trump Has the Highest Approval Among Hispanic Voters

The Hispanic demographic's political influence significantly shaped the outcome of the 2024 presidential election, marking a historic shift in voting patterns.
US Elections
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Ex-Biden aides suspect another cover-up after former president's prostate cancer diagnosis

Biden's stage 4 prostate cancer diagnosis raises questions about delayed testing due to election concerns.
Longtime aides express disbelief over lack of early detection for Biden's advanced cancer.
Non-profit organizations
fromNature
1 month ago

When the government cancels your research grant, here's what you can do

Political interference is threatening the stability and integrity of scientific research, particularly in misinformation and social sciences.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

Apparently, The Name "Vance" Is Seriously Declining In Popularity

"Grover Cleveland pushed both his first and last names into the Top 100 in 1884. Bryan first trended way back in 1896, when William Jennings Bryan ran for — and lost — the presidency."
US politics
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Opinion: Eight former Oakland school board members say students are casualties in teacher-union political power grab

Current Oakland school board majority is incompetent and endangering student education.
Unrealistic promises to teachers' union contribute to an unsustainable school structure.
Budget mismanagement leads to lower teacher salaries and poorer academic outcomes.
#cricket
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | Democracy Defender: The Pope, the Oscars and Open Primaries | amNewYork

In the recent papal election, Pope Francis' influence was evident as he appointed 163 cardinals, 108 of whom voted in the conclave for Pope Leo XIV.
NYC politics
fromtime.com
1 month ago

The Dutertes Aren't Going Away Without a Fight: What to Take Away From the Philippines' Election

The election results indicate a resurgence for the Dutertes, with Rodrigo and his son Sebastian winning positions in Davao City amidst the family's long-held power.
US Elections
Cryptocurrency
fromWIRED
1 month ago

A VIP Seat at Donald Trump's Crypto Dinner Cost at Least $2 Million

Trump's TRUMP memecoin has sparked controversy over ethical concerns regarding financial speculation and potential misuse of political power.
Marketing tech
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Meta 'nudged' prominent Big Tech critic in plea for help ahead of landmark FTC antitrust trial: sources

Meta sought to influence Republican support ahead of antitrust trial through outreach to a Big Tech critic.
Arts
from48 hills
1 month ago

Bay Area arts organizations reel, vow to survive NEA grant cancellations - 48 hills

The recent cancellation of National Endowment for the Arts grants reveals a shifting focus towards projects favored by the current administration.
Germany politics
fromSpiegel
2 months ago

Right Wing Report: How Germany's AfD Intends to Boost Its Influence

The AfD has become a significant political force in the Bundestag and is asserting its influence.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

France says dozens of disinformation attacks came from Russia

France has identified nearly 80 Russian-led disinformation campaigns targeting Ukraine and its allies, mainly between August 2023 and March 2025.
Right-wing politics
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Meat Is Back and Maybe Not for the Reason You Think

Meat consumption is rising, driven by political and cultural factors, despite ongoing concern for animal welfare.
The food industry heavily influences consumer choices, including a resurgence in meat sales.
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