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What They're Saying: Reactions to Eric Adams' Federal Indictment

Mayor Eric Adams was indicted by federal prosecutors amid allegations of acting as an unregistered foreign agent, sparking calls for his resignation.

Labour minister Tulip Siddiq caught up in Bangladesh corruption probe

Tulip Siddiq is under investigation for corruption related to her aunt, amid claims that the accusations are politically motivated.

What They're Saying: Reactions to Eric Adams' Federal Indictment

Mayor Eric Adams was indicted by federal prosecutors amid allegations of acting as an unregistered foreign agent, sparking calls for his resignation.

Labour minister Tulip Siddiq caught up in Bangladesh corruption probe

Tulip Siddiq is under investigation for corruption related to her aunt, amid claims that the accusations are politically motivated.
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#brazil

Brazil: Lula discharged from hospital after brain surgery DW 12/15/2024

Lula da Silva has been discharged from the hospital after successful brain surgery and can resume activities with a rest period of 15 days.

Brazil's President Lula leaves hospital after brain surgery

Brazil's president Lula has been discharged after surgery for a brain haematoma, emphasizing his emotional recovery and readiness to resume duties despite health concerns.

Brazil: Lula discharged from hospital after brain surgery DW 12/15/2024

Lula da Silva has been discharged from the hospital after successful brain surgery and can resume activities with a rest period of 15 days.

Brazil's President Lula leaves hospital after brain surgery

Brazil's president Lula has been discharged after surgery for a brain haematoma, emphasizing his emotional recovery and readiness to resume duties despite health concerns.
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Who will be Time's person of the year? - Poynter

Time's Person of the Year continues to attract public attention despite changing relevance over the years.
#journalism

Rachel Reeves refuses to guarantee no new tax rises despite pledge last week

The Independent emphasizes the need for facts in journalism to address critical issues like reproductive rights and economic policies.

Starmer's trip to Cyprus turns into a diplomatic storm as he lands on divided island

The Independent emphasizes the need for accessible and factual journalism across diverse political spectra.

CPS deciding whether to charge MP Mike Amesbury over alleged punch video

The Independent strives to ensure quality journalism is accessible and unbiased, especially during critical societal moments.

Team Trump discord over Kemi Badenoch's meeting with JD Vance

Kemi Badenoch's dialogue with J.D. Vance underscores economic issues hindered by bureaucracy.

Rachel Reeves refuses to guarantee no new tax rises despite pledge last week

The Independent emphasizes the need for facts in journalism to address critical issues like reproductive rights and economic policies.

Starmer's trip to Cyprus turns into a diplomatic storm as he lands on divided island

The Independent emphasizes the need for accessible and factual journalism across diverse political spectra.

CPS deciding whether to charge MP Mike Amesbury over alleged punch video

The Independent strives to ensure quality journalism is accessible and unbiased, especially during critical societal moments.

Team Trump discord over Kemi Badenoch's meeting with JD Vance

Kemi Badenoch's dialogue with J.D. Vance underscores economic issues hindered by bureaucracy.
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#media-consumption

Web Traffic Patterns: Established News Brands Cede Ground to Partisan Political Upstarts

New online news platforms are gaining traction while traditional media faces declining web traffic.

Podcasts Are Increasingly a Visual Medium

Podcasts are increasingly shifting from audio to video formats, enhancing audience engagement and reshaping how political news is consumed.

Web Traffic Patterns: Established News Brands Cede Ground to Partisan Political Upstarts

New online news platforms are gaining traction while traditional media faces declining web traffic.

Podcasts Are Increasingly a Visual Medium

Podcasts are increasingly shifting from audio to video formats, enhancing audience engagement and reshaping how political news is consumed.
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New Downing Street cat being kept apart from chief mouser Larry, Starmer reveals

The Independent prioritizes accessible journalism on crucial topics, relying on donations instead of paywalls to support their work.

Day Around the Bay: Extreme Weather Forces Closure of Famed Redwoods Drive, Travel to Tahoe Not Advised

Adah Bakalinsky, author of a renowned San Francisco guidebook, has died at 101, with a memorial event scheduled in her honor.
#social-media

BREAKING: The ways people hear about big news these days; "into a million pieces," says source

In a surprise move, Joe Biden announced he would not run for reelection, causing a significant political stir on a summer Sunday.

Gen Z is turning to Twitch for political commentary

Twitch is becoming a vital source of political news for Gen Z and millennials, replacing traditional news outlets.
Young voters prefer social media for news, with only 30% relying on cable news.

Threads was next to useless on election night (but that's kind of the point)

Threads struggled with timely election updates, creating user dissatisfaction due to its non-chronological feed.

BREAKING: The ways people hear about big news these days; "into a million pieces," says source

In a surprise move, Joe Biden announced he would not run for reelection, causing a significant political stir on a summer Sunday.

Gen Z is turning to Twitch for political commentary

Twitch is becoming a vital source of political news for Gen Z and millennials, replacing traditional news outlets.
Young voters prefer social media for news, with only 30% relying on cable news.

Threads was next to useless on election night (but that's kind of the point)

Threads struggled with timely election updates, creating user dissatisfaction due to its non-chronological feed.
moresocial-media

Suspected homicide of politician shocks Antigua and Barbuda

The suspected homicide of MP Asot Michael has shocked Antigua and Barbuda, prompting condolences and investigations into his controversial political legacy.
#elections

Readers Are Flocking To Political News, Says WaPo - And Advertisers Are Missing Out | AdExchanger

Advertisers are largely avoiding news coverage during elections due to brand safety concerns, missing valuable engagement opportunities.

Irish prime minister plans to call general election this week

Irish prime minister Simon Harris plans to call a general election this week, likely scheduling it for late November.

Readers Are Flocking To Political News, Says WaPo - And Advertisers Are Missing Out | AdExchanger

Advertisers are largely avoiding news coverage during elections due to brand safety concerns, missing valuable engagement opportunities.

Irish prime minister plans to call general election this week

Irish prime minister Simon Harris plans to call a general election this week, likely scheduling it for late November.
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#kamala-harris

Kamala Harris prepares to announce running mate ahead of first event on Tuesday live

Kamala Harris is close to choosing her vice-presidential candidate for the 2024 election, with finalists including Josh Shapiro, Tim Walz, Mark Kelly, and others.

Pete Buttigieg, Mary Trump and others react to Joe Biden ending his campaign - Queerty

President Joe Biden announced his decision to quit the Presidential race, endorsing Kamala Harris as his replacement.

Who will Kamala Harris choose as her VP pick?

The race is on for Kamala Harris to choose her running mate ahead of the US Democratic National Convention next month.

The Gender Gap, the Garbage War, and a Taylor Swift Rumor: Live Election Updates

Uncertainty prevails just days before the 2024 election, as campaigns heat up and early voting increases.

Kamala Harris prepares to announce running mate ahead of first event on Tuesday live

Kamala Harris is close to choosing her vice-presidential candidate for the 2024 election, with finalists including Josh Shapiro, Tim Walz, Mark Kelly, and others.

Pete Buttigieg, Mary Trump and others react to Joe Biden ending his campaign - Queerty

President Joe Biden announced his decision to quit the Presidential race, endorsing Kamala Harris as his replacement.

Who will Kamala Harris choose as her VP pick?

The race is on for Kamala Harris to choose her running mate ahead of the US Democratic National Convention next month.

The Gender Gap, the Garbage War, and a Taylor Swift Rumor: Live Election Updates

Uncertainty prevails just days before the 2024 election, as campaigns heat up and early voting increases.
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Keir Starmer rules out post-Brexit youth mobility scheme with EU

Sir Keir Starmer has ruled out a youth mobility scheme with the EU, impacting post-Brexit relations.

Tuesday Morning Topline: Peskin Says He Declined Ranked-Choice Alliance With Breed

A family discusses rebuilding their home post-fire, emphasizing its protective role for the neighborhood.

Brazil's Lula cancels trip to BRICS following accident DW 10/20/2024

Lula's head injury leads to cancellation of in-person attendance at BRICS talks.
Medical advice restricts Lula from long-haul flights but allows regular duties.

Alex Salmond's body to be repatriated on private flight to Scotland

Alex Salmond's body will be repatriated to Scotland via a private flight funded by an anonymous individual.

X blocks links to hacked JD Vance dossier

X is blocking links to a newsletter about a hacked Trump campaign document, leading to the suspension of journalist Ken Klippenstein.
#media-fatigue

6-in-10 Americans say they need to limit their political news to avoid feeling fatigued

Many Americans are feeling overwhelmed by political news and limit their consumption to avoid fatigue.

Too much? Many Americans feel the need to limit their political news, AP-NORC/USAFacts poll finds

Many Americans are experiencing media fatigue and seek less political news for comfort.
Surveys reveal that a significant portion of the population feels overwhelmed by political reporting.

6-in-10 Americans say they need to limit their political news to avoid feeling fatigued

Many Americans are feeling overwhelmed by political news and limit their consumption to avoid fatigue.

Too much? Many Americans feel the need to limit their political news, AP-NORC/USAFacts poll finds

Many Americans are experiencing media fatigue and seek less political news for comfort.
Surveys reveal that a significant portion of the population feels overwhelmed by political reporting.
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Claire Hanna only SDLP leader candidate

Claire Hanna is the only candidate for the SDLP leadership and will be ratified on October 5.

Friday Morning Constitutional: Disabled Train In West Oakland Causes BART Troubles

BART faced severe delays due to a malfunctioning train at West Oakland Station, disrupting travel across downtown Oakland.

Subpoenas issued to Mayor Adams, his campaign and City Hall in federal probe of 2021 campaign

Federal prosecutors are investigating Mayor Eric Adams' 2021 campaign, complicating his administration amid allegations regarding possible illegal conduct.

Former Congressman George Santos is expected to plead guilty to multiple counts in fraud case

George Santos is likely to plead guilty in his federal fraud case.

Most Americans follow local political news - but few are satisfied with the coverage they get, a Pew report finds

Americans want local political news, follow it, but are generally unsatisfied.
#donald-trump

Watch: Trump holds news conference following his conviction in hush money case

Donald Trump faces conviction in hush money trial, plans to address news conference at Trump Tower.

Dems pin Trump in NYC courtroom and he just turns it into his own personal campaign stage

Former President Trump turned legal challenges into free media coverage worth almost $2 billion, benefiting his campaign.

Watch: Trump holds news conference following his conviction in hush money case

Donald Trump faces conviction in hush money trial, plans to address news conference at Trump Tower.

Dems pin Trump in NYC courtroom and he just turns it into his own personal campaign stage

Former President Trump turned legal challenges into free media coverage worth almost $2 billion, benefiting his campaign.
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He threatened Marjorie Taylor Greene amid a mental health crisis. Then came the consequences.

Joe Morelli's life changed after making a threat, now struggling with loneliness and mental health conditions.

Frank Hester racist' comments don't mean he's racist', Conservative MP says

Alleged comments about Diane Abbott deemed racist, yet not conclusive of donor's overall stance on race.
Donor's firm states criticism was based on behavior, not gender or skin color.

Ministers deny plans for May election but face calls to explain summit cancellation

Government denies plans for a May election amidst uncertainty over postponed Africa investment summit.
Labour accuses government of disrespecting allies by keeping top diplomat in the dark about summit postponement.

Is the First Democrat in Congress Calling For Biden to Drop Out a Gadfly-or the First Domino to Fall?

Representative Doggett calls on President Biden to withdraw from 2024 election.

Fox News Host Runs with False Claim About Biden-Trump Debate: 'One Less Obstacle to Worry About for Biden'

CNN denied chair claim for upcoming Biden-Trump debate.
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