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#content-moderation
US news
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Reddit will warn users who repeatedly upvote banned content

Reddit will issue warnings to users who upvote multiple banned content pieces, focusing first on violent material.
fromBusiness Insider
3 hours ago
Social media marketing

Meta says online harassment is up and false flags are down following a change in content moderation policies

US news
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Reddit will warn users who repeatedly upvote banned content

Reddit will issue warnings to users who upvote multiple banned content pieces, focusing first on violent material.
fromBusiness Insider
3 hours ago
Social media marketing

Meta says online harassment is up and false flags are down following a change in content moderation policies

#trump-administration
US Elections
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

4 in 5 of These Americans Approve of Trump's Immigration Policies

Trump's immigration policies significantly impact public opinion and trust ahead of the 2024 election.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

U.S. withdraws from U.N. LGBTQ+ and intersex group

The U.S. has withdrawn from the U.N. LGBTI Core Group, impacting global LGBTQ+ rights support.
Environment
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Critics Slam the EPA's Plan to Shutter All Environmental Justice Offices

The EPA is closing environmental justice offices and canceling grants, undermining initiatives for low-income and minority communities.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Defunded Aid Programs Are Asked by Trump Administration to Prove Their Value, on a Scale of 1 to 5

The Trump administration's termination of foreign aid contracts has led to widespread program disruptions and staff layoffs among aid organizations.
Europe politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

Trump tariffs, policies fray U.S. relationship with allies

Europe is rethinking its policy approach due to expectations of lasting changes from the Trump administration, leading to historic economic shifts.
US Elections
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

4 in 5 of These Americans Approve of Trump's Immigration Policies

Trump's immigration policies significantly impact public opinion and trust ahead of the 2024 election.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

U.S. withdraws from U.N. LGBTQ+ and intersex group

The U.S. has withdrawn from the U.N. LGBTI Core Group, impacting global LGBTQ+ rights support.
Environment
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Critics Slam the EPA's Plan to Shutter All Environmental Justice Offices

The EPA is closing environmental justice offices and canceling grants, undermining initiatives for low-income and minority communities.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Defunded Aid Programs Are Asked by Trump Administration to Prove Their Value, on a Scale of 1 to 5

The Trump administration's termination of foreign aid contracts has led to widespread program disruptions and staff layoffs among aid organizations.
Europe politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

Trump tariffs, policies fray U.S. relationship with allies

Europe is rethinking its policy approach due to expectations of lasting changes from the Trump administration, leading to historic economic shifts.
#higher-education
#sweden
#mental-health
Mental health
fromFast Company
1 week ago

More than half of U.S. workers say job insecurity is 'significant' stressor

Job insecurity is a major source of stress for workers, particularly younger ones.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
UK news

'My quality of life was just not there' - young principal says he's experiencing burnout over 'enormous workload'

Mental health
fromFast Company
1 week ago

More than half of U.S. workers say job insecurity is 'significant' stressor

Job insecurity is a major source of stress for workers, particularly younger ones.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
UK news

'My quality of life was just not there' - young principal says he's experiencing burnout over 'enormous workload'

UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Starmer announces U-turn on winter fuel payment cuts

Government reverses cuts to winter fuel payments
More pensioners will become eligible for assistance
California
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

Challenges of Participating in CA's Budget Process | KQED

State Farm is raising insurance rates significantly for homeowners and renters in California.
The Menendez Brothers' sentences have been reduced, allowing potential parole.
Grassroots advocates are actively seeking funding in a challenging budget process.
Social justice
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Trump Is Dismantling Domestic Violence Nonprofits by Banning Certain Words

The DOJ's new guidelines restrict how organizations can discuss domestic violence, potentially endangering their funding and support for survivors.
#national-debt
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Trump's 'knock-down-drag-out counterrevolution' is tackling long-festering ills no one else would

Trump's second administration's first 100 days reveal a tumultuous yet decisive strategy addressing long-ignored national issues.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Trump's 'knock-down-drag-out counterrevolution' is tackling long-festering ills no one else would

Trump's second administration's first 100 days reveal a tumultuous yet decisive strategy addressing long-ignored national issues.
#congress
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

From cheers to protests, here's a look inside the chamber during Trump's speech

Trump's address showcased a divided Congress with Republican support and Democrat protests, reflecting a contentious political landscape.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Follow NPR's annotated fact check of President Trump's address to Congress

Trump's address aims to outline his achievements and plans after six weeks in office.
SF food
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

House Republicans Want To Change SNAP Benefits For Children Over 7

SNAP is vital for 41 million people, with nearly half being children, but proposed changes threaten its efficacy and accessibility.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

From cheers to protests, here's a look inside the chamber during Trump's speech

Trump's address showcased a divided Congress with Republican support and Democrat protests, reflecting a contentious political landscape.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Follow NPR's annotated fact check of President Trump's address to Congress

Trump's address aims to outline his achievements and plans after six weeks in office.
SF food
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

House Republicans Want To Change SNAP Benefits For Children Over 7

SNAP is vital for 41 million people, with nearly half being children, but proposed changes threaten its efficacy and accessibility.
#immigration
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Gov. Newsom proposes pausing expansion of health care to undocumented, low-income immigrants

California will stop enrolling low-income immigrants without legal status in state-funded health care starting 2026 due to high costs and economic uncertainty.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

US Customs and Border Protection Quietly Revokes Protections for Pregnant Women and Infants

CBP rescinded internal policies protecting vulnerable detainees, raising concerns about treatment and care standards for at-risk individuals in custody.
US news
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Trump's immigration paradox: Cracking down on undocumented migrants, while increasing the number of them

The elimination of legal residency pathways is paradoxically increasing the undocumented population in the U.S.
Government actions are pushing legally residing immigrants into undocumented status.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany tightens border protections: Facts and figures DW 05/12/2025

Germany's new border controls aim to reduce irregular immigration and are influenced by election pledges.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Gov. Newsom proposes pausing expansion of health care to undocumented, low-income immigrants

California will stop enrolling low-income immigrants without legal status in state-funded health care starting 2026 due to high costs and economic uncertainty.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

US Customs and Border Protection Quietly Revokes Protections for Pregnant Women and Infants

CBP rescinded internal policies protecting vulnerable detainees, raising concerns about treatment and care standards for at-risk individuals in custody.
US news
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Trump's immigration paradox: Cracking down on undocumented migrants, while increasing the number of them

The elimination of legal residency pathways is paradoxically increasing the undocumented population in the U.S.
Government actions are pushing legally residing immigrants into undocumented status.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany tightens border protections: Facts and figures DW 05/12/2025

Germany's new border controls aim to reduce irregular immigration and are influenced by election pledges.
#public-health
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

N.I.H. Cuts Likely to Curtail Study of Climate Change's Health Effects

The N.I.H. is deprioritizing research on the health impacts of climate change under new federal guidance.
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

RFK Jr. got rid of an 'alphabet soup' of health agencies. Now, Congress gets a say

Kennedy has drastically reduced HHS staff and funding, leading to mixed reactions from former leaders.
US news
fromTruthout
2 months ago

HHS Website Removes Advisory Declaring Gun Violence a Public Health Crisis

The HHS website has removed the page declaring gun violence as a public health crisis.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

N.I.H. Cuts Likely to Curtail Study of Climate Change's Health Effects

The N.I.H. is deprioritizing research on the health impacts of climate change under new federal guidance.
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

RFK Jr. got rid of an 'alphabet soup' of health agencies. Now, Congress gets a say

Kennedy has drastically reduced HHS staff and funding, leading to mixed reactions from former leaders.
US news
fromTruthout
2 months ago

HHS Website Removes Advisory Declaring Gun Violence a Public Health Crisis

The HHS website has removed the page declaring gun violence as a public health crisis.
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Starbucks Is Weirdly Telling Its Baristas Not To Draw This On Your Cup - Tasting Table

Since the arrival of Brian Niccol as CEO, Starbucks has implemented new policies, one notably banning animal doodles on to-go cups while encouraging positive notes.
Coffee
#broadband
fromEngadget
2 months ago
Tech industry

Director of rural broadband program exits with a warning about shift to 'worse' satellite internet

fromEngadget
2 months ago
Tech industry

Director of rural broadband program exits with a warning about shift to 'worse' satellite internet

fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

You Can Still Get on a Plane Without a Real ID

The deadline for the Real ID necessity to board planes has been moved back from May 7, 2025, to May 5, 2027, easing travelers' worries.
US Elections
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

FEMA Is Ending Door-to-Door Canvassing in Disaster Areas

Ending door-to-door canvassing, one FEMA worker says, will "severely hamper our ability to reach vulnerable people." This assistance has typically focused on the most impacted.
SF politics
#social-security
Women in technology
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Hegseth says the Pentagon is done 'walking on eggshells.' Women in uniform say it feels like a 'slap in the face.'

Concerns arise among female service members regarding changes at the Pentagon and their potential to reverse progress in equal opportunity initiatives.
US news
fromwww.nature.com
3 weeks ago

Under Trump, National Science Foundation Cuts Off All Funding to Scientists

The NSF has halted all funding actions, impacting new and existing research grants amid emerging concerns over policy alignment.
Internal discontent among NSF staff is growing, with critiques pointing to potential harmful effects on the integrity of the grant review process.
#veterans-affairs
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

BREAKING: Trump's VA rescinds policy treating transgender vets with dignity (exclusive)

The Department of Veterans Affairs revoked key protections for transgender veterans, denying them equitable healthcare and dignity in VA facilities.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 weeks ago

Nearly 60,000 veterans are now at risk of foreclosure

The VA is ending the VASP program, raising foreclosure risks for veterans, amidst backlash from the mortgage industry and advocacy groups.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

BREAKING: Trump's VA rescinds policy treating transgender vets with dignity (exclusive)

The Department of Veterans Affairs revoked key protections for transgender veterans, denying them equitable healthcare and dignity in VA facilities.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 weeks ago

Nearly 60,000 veterans are now at risk of foreclosure

The VA is ending the VASP program, raising foreclosure risks for veterans, amidst backlash from the mortgage industry and advocacy groups.
#donald-trump
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Donald Trump Is Crashing the Economy, but Wall Street Is Afraid to Speak Out

Trump's presidency has significantly impacted the stock market, resulting in a 10.1% decline from its peak, raising fears of recession.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The Trump Administration's Most and Least Popular Policies So Far

Trump is positioning himself as a change candidate in his second term by issuing numerous executive orders early in his presidency.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

People in the US: tell us how you think Trump's first 100 days have gone so far

Trump's first 100 days promise shows a commitment to radical policy changes, impacting multiple sectors.
Public response on Trump's second term will provide insights into perceived effectiveness and areas of concern.
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Donald Trump Is Crashing the Economy, but Wall Street Is Afraid to Speak Out

Trump's presidency has significantly impacted the stock market, resulting in a 10.1% decline from its peak, raising fears of recession.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The Trump Administration's Most and Least Popular Policies So Far

Trump is positioning himself as a change candidate in his second term by issuing numerous executive orders early in his presidency.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

People in the US: tell us how you think Trump's first 100 days have gone so far

Trump's first 100 days promise shows a commitment to radical policy changes, impacting multiple sectors.
Public response on Trump's second term will provide insights into perceived effectiveness and areas of concern.
#real-estate
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

FHA walks back Biden-era restrictions on foreclosed property sales

HUD is rescinding ineffective post-foreclosure sales policies to combat property deterioration and reduce losses.
CWCOT provisions can be implemented immediately while updates to the Handbook will follow.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

FHA walks back Biden-era restrictions on foreclosed property sales

HUD is rescinding ineffective post-foreclosure sales policies to combat property deterioration and reduce losses.
CWCOT provisions can be implemented immediately while updates to the Handbook will follow.
fromTelecompetitor
1 month ago

NTIA Extends BEAD Final Proposal Deadlines 90 Days

Citing a desire to "remove unnecessary rules and mandates, to improve efficiency, take a more technology-neutral approach, cut unnecessary red tape, and streamline deployment," the NTIA has announced a 90 day "programmatic waiver" to the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program Final Proposal deadlines, allowing time for necessary adjustments to the program as states prepare to implement changes.
Online Community Development
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

RFK plans to phase out synthetic food dyes by 2027. Here's what they do to your brain and body, according to science.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has mandated the removal of synthetic food dyes by 2027, highlighting consumer concern over health risks linked to these additives.
SF food
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Debt collectors are going to start hounding student loan borrowers again after OK from Trump's DOE

"American taxpayers will no longer be forced to serve as collateral for irresponsible student loan policies," Education Secretary Linda McMahon said.
NYC parents
Privacy professionals
fromEngadget
1 month ago

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has cut 90 percent of its employees

CFPB workforce drastically reduced by 90% to about 200 employees.
New priorities shift focus from consumer protection to mortgages; critical areas neglected.
#affordable-care-act
US politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

Trump administration ditches Biden-era ACA flexibilities

CMS proposes changes to health insurance enrollment that may lead to significant coverage loss for low-income individuals.
US politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

Trump administration ditches Biden-era ACA flexibilities

CMS proposes changes to health insurance enrollment that may lead to significant coverage loss for low-income individuals.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Opinion: Faith-Based Housing Will Help Our Communities Thrive

Leveraging church properties can address the housing crisis.
New zoning laws in NYC aim to create 80,000 homes.
Incentives for localities to change zoning rules are necessary.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Social Security's new anti-fraud measures start today. Here's what you need to know

The Social Security Administration's new anti-fraud measures, including in-person identity verification, have raised significant concerns about accessibility for beneficiaries relying on their payments.
Retirement
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Buyers With Credit Freezes Need To Take These Steps Before They Apply for a Mortgage

While a credit freeze can offer some protection, it's important to understand the potential consequences, especially for prospective homebuyers.
Privacy professionals
#education
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago
Higher education

Education Minister Helen McEntee to begin plans for mandatory student teacher placements in special education settings

fromIrish Independent
2 months ago
Higher education

Education Minister Helen McEntee to begin plans for mandatory student teacher placements in special education settings

fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

GSA tightens enforcement of minimum sales requirements for schedule holders

GSA is enforcing a clause that requires schedule holders to meet a minimum sales threshold of $100,000, or risk being removed from the schedule.
Washington Nationals
#germany
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

Everything that changes in Germany in April 2025

Starting April, parental allowance cuts eligibility for high-income families.
Digital vehicle registration documents trial begins this April.
Drivers will face a revised theoretical driving test from April 1st.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

Everything that changes in Germany in April 2025

Starting April, parental allowance cuts eligibility for high-income families.
Digital vehicle registration documents trial begins this April.
Drivers will face a revised theoretical driving test from April 1st.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump Administration Prepares to Give Gun Rights Back to Some Convicts

The Justice Department plans to allow gun ownership for some individuals with criminal pasts.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Crackdown on government cards to cut 'wasteful' spending

The government is implementing stricter measures on taxpayer-funded credit cards, aiming to cut the number in circulation by 50% due to escalating spending issues.
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Wes Streeting's high-stakes' abolition of NHS England will cut 10,000 jobs

NHS reorganisation will cut 10,000 jobs to free up cash for frontline care, raising concerns about delay in treatment and job security.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why a wait-and-see approach is 'dangerous' for entrepreneurs under Trump 2.0, Hello Alice's CEO says

Small business owners are advised to remain proactive amidst policy changes, rather than adopting a wait-and-see approach.
Understanding unit economics is crucial for entrepreneurs, especially in the face of shifting tariffs that could impact their businesses.
#youtube
Poker
fromCardplayer
2 months ago

YouTube Cracks Down On Gambling-Related Content

YouTube is tightening regulations on videos promoting unapproved gambling sites, enforcing age restrictions.
Poker
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

YouTube cracks down on gambling videos trying to lure viewers to unapproved sites

YouTube is tightening restrictions on gambling content, banning links to unapproved sites, and enforcing age restrictions for online betting promotions.
Poker
fromCardplayer
2 months ago

YouTube Cracks Down On Gambling-Related Content

YouTube is tightening regulations on videos promoting unapproved gambling sites, enforcing age restrictions.
Poker
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

YouTube cracks down on gambling videos trying to lure viewers to unapproved sites

YouTube is tightening restrictions on gambling content, banning links to unapproved sites, and enforcing age restrictions for online betting promotions.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Opinion | Restoring Academic Ties With China Is a Matter of U.S. National Security

China's sudden policy shift on Covid-19 caught many observers off guard, complicating predictions about its future actions and risks in U.S. relations.
Healthcare
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Major health insurer hits customers with price rise, while benefits are cut

Irish Life Health customers face a €100 increase in annual cover costs due to a government levy.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump took down police misconduct database, but states can still share background check info

The National Law Enforcement Accountability Database has been taken offline, affecting how law enforcement agencies conduct background checks on applicants.
Privacy technologies
fromGameSpot
3 months ago

Twitch Is Making Big Changes To Its Monetization Policies In 2025

Twitch expands monetization tools to most streamers in 2025, enhancing revenue opportunities for creators of all levels.
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