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fromAbove the Law
12 hours ago

Kristi Noem Thinks Habeas Corpus Is A Deportation Spell - Above the Law

"Well, habeas corpus is a constitutional right that the president has to be able to remove people from this country, and to suspend their right to advancement..."
US politics
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Migration is not always a story of suffering': the Dutch museum telling the full story of global diaspora

A new museum in Rotterdam opens, focusing on migration's historical and contemporary significance amidst rising political tensions.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

What does the future look like for Palestinians in Gaza?

Gaza's reconstruction faces challenges due to leadership vacuum and ongoing blockade, raising questions about future stability.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

What Would It Mean to Defend All Abortions?

Ayana chose to have an abortion due to personal and economic pressures, understanding her limits as a mother of three.
Her experience reflects wider societal challenges surrounding access to abortion and the political debates fueling division.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Majority of junior ministers have no legal powers after 100 days in office

Over half of the junior ministers appointed still lack legal responsibilities, highlighting delays in delegation and concerns about the government's urgency in defining roles.
UK politics
#trump-administration
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 02.20.25 - Above the Law

The Ninth Circuit upheld the ruling against Trump's birthright citizenship order, emphasizing the importance of legal precedent.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Nationwide 'Hands Off' protests erupt against Trump and Musk

Nationwide protests against the Trump administration unified diverse groups under a common theme: 'Hands off'—highlighting major societal concerns.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 02.20.25 - Above the Law

The Ninth Circuit upheld the ruling against Trump's birthright citizenship order, emphasizing the importance of legal precedent.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Nationwide 'Hands Off' protests erupt against Trump and Musk

Nationwide protests against the Trump administration unified diverse groups under a common theme: 'Hands off'—highlighting major societal concerns.
#immigration
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

Day Around The Bay: Electric Jeep Catches Fire While Charging At Google Campus, Spreads To Other Cars

fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

Day Around The Bay: Electric Jeep Catches Fire While Charging At Google Campus, Spreads To Other Cars

#lgbtq
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Alabama House passes 'Don't Say Gay,' drag ban, and Ten Commandments bills all at once

Alabama's House passed three anti-LGBTQ+ laws, including a broader 'Don't Say Gay' law and restrictions on drag performances.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Alabama House passes 'Don't Say Gay,' drag ban, and Ten Commandments bills all at once

Alabama's House passed three anti-LGBTQ+ laws, including a broader 'Don't Say Gay' law and restrictions on drag performances.
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

FCC Boss Brendan Carr Whines About Accurate Comcast/NBC Reporting That Made Donald Trump Sad - Above the Law

There's simply no limit of problems in telecom and media that competent FCC regulators could be taking aim at.
Media industry
Healthcare
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

A fifth of Americans are on Medicaid. Some of them have no idea

Many Americans on Medicaid are unaware their insurance is from the program due to varying state names and private insurance involvement.
SF LGBT
fromsfbaytimes.com
1 month ago

April 5, 2025: We're All Hitting the Streets

The erosion of free speech and civil rights in America is increasingly concerning and demands urgent public awareness and action.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

One of These Progressives Could Be New York's Next Mayor

Candidates in the NYC mayoral race united around affordability and leadership issues during a forum with The Nation and the Working Families Party.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Track and feud: Queensland to announce third 2032 Olympic stadium plan in four years. Will this one stick?

The climate's changed, the building environment has changed, [and] goodness knows how we're going for resources.
London politics
Major League Baseball
fromMcCovey Chronicles
2 months ago

Department of Defense further embarrasses itself with shameful Jackie Robinson debacle

The Pentagon's removal and subsequent restoration of Jackie Robinson's article reflects ongoing tensions around diversity and historical representation.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Disabled people to get right to try' work without risk of losing benefits

The Independent seeks to provide accessible journalism while addressing pressing issues like welfare reform for disabled individuals.
Law
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Philippine ex-President Duterte appears at ICC via video link

Duterte appeared via video link at the ICC in The Hague, facing murder charges related to his drug war policies.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Latest line: A good week for Erica Pan, a bad week for Christina Corpus

Bird flu outbreak in California is declining, with no new human cases since January.
San Mateo County sheriff Christina Corpus faces removal over allegations of misconduct.
Governor Gavin Newsom adopts a centrist stance ahead of a possible presidential run.
Canada news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Remains in Manitoba Landfill Are Identified as Serial Killer's Victim

Authorities confirmed the identification of Morgan Beatrice Harris's remains among those of a serial killer's victims, highlighting ongoing violence against Indigenous women.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A chilling effect': is Hollywood too scared to touch hot-button documentaries?

The documentary No Other Land faces significant distribution challenges despite critical acclaim, highlighting a risk-averse climate around politically charged films.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Berlin film festival 2025 roundup a new boss, a flawless fairytale and Ethan Hawke's finest hour

Berlinale 2025 navigates political tension and a hostile climate to promote its traditional values against the rise of the far right.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Friday Morning Constitutional: Two Attacked With Baseball Bat In Tenderloin

Gun trafficking remains a significant issue in California as highlighted by a recent conviction.
Community safety is a growing concern amid rising violence incidents in urban areas.
fromConsequence
3 months ago

Mining Metal: Best Underground Metal Albums of January 2025

Art in these periods retains its worth by that nourishing, a connection not just to joy but to rage and despair and every ugly thing we might otherwise keep down.
Miscellaneous
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

Montana Republican's bill would charge parents of trans kids with child abuse

Montana's SB 164 criminalizes gender-affirming care for trans youth, highlighting ongoing political tensions surrounding LGBTQ+ rights in the state.
Education
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | A New Fear in Schools: Will ICE Agents Come?

Teachers' responsibilities are increasing with the threat of ICE raids in schools, compounding an already alarming teacher shortage.
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