President Biden awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom to Nancy Pelosi, Al Gore, and John Kerry, controversial choices due to their political backgrounds. [ more ]
Rejecting Safety Amendments, TN GOP Passes Bill Allowing Handguns for Teachers
Democratic leader in the Tennessee House criticizes Republicans for passing bill allowing teachers to carry concealed handguns without safety measures, highlighting concerns for children's safety. [ more ]
Hochul apologizes for 'poor choice of words' over Canada-Hamas analogy
Gov. Kathy Hochul apologized for her Canada-Hamas analogy, emphasizing Israel's right to defend itself.
Hochul expressed regret over using 'poor choice of words' and offered support for minimized Palestinian civilian casualties and increased humanitarian aid. [ more ]
Tory calls for police probe into alleged sexual blackmail' of ex-MP by party donor
Accusations of attempted sexual blackmailing and criminal harassment by a Tory tycoon are under scrutiny.
Former Cabinet minister Sir David Davis called for a police investigation into businessman and Tory donor Mohamed Amersi for his alleged actions. [ more ]
Life Imitates Art as a Master and Margarita' Movie Stirs Russia
The film adaptation of The Master and Margarita, a satire on state tyranny and censorship, has been released in Russian theaters despite the political climate.
The film's release has garnered significant attention and controversy in Russia, with its emphasis on a writer's struggle under censorship hitting close to home. [ more ]
Will San Jose require drug testing for cash assistance? - San Jose Spotlight
San Jose's Mayor Mahan supports drug testing for public assistance recipients, aligning with San Francisco's Measure F.
Measure F requires drug screening for single adults under 65, offering treatment programs for positive cases and withholding benefits for those who decline treatment. [ more ]