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fromFortune
1 day ago

Trump's war against wind extends into electric transmission projects

The Grain Belt Express is the largest electric transmission project in U.S. history, designed to transport clean energy from Kansas to Indiana.
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Israel's Settler Right Is Preparing to Annex Gaza

Israeli settlers aim to retake, annex, and repopulate Gaza despite opposition from security establishment and public sentiment.
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

The Irish Independent's View: TDs take a break but big challenges await when they return to Dail

Jennifer Whitmore accused the government of being 'epic wasters', stating public spending has increased by 50% alongside a deteriorating housing crisis and record homelessness.
Miscellaneous
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Inside the Well-Funded, Likely Doomed Plan to Stop Mamdani

"I said to him, 'Look, you're a very nice guy and, you know, a very smart guy,'... He's a nice kid, but he's 33 years old. He's not qualified."
NYC politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Tunisia president's far-reaching clampdown targets opponents DW 07/11/2025

President Kais Saied's latest mass trial eliminates dissent from 21 political opponents for years.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Hakeem Jeffries makes history with longest-ever speech to delay Trump's policy bill | amNewYork

Hakeem Jeffries delivered an eight-hour speech opposing Trump's tax-cut and spending bill, emphasizing social spending cuts' impacts.
Jeffries criticized Republicans for cruelty and corruption, urging them to oppose the $4.5 trillion bill.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The success of Budapest Pride hurt Orban but be warned, Europe's far right is coming for all of our rights | Gordon Cole-Schmidt

Viktor Orban's government faces growing opposition and possible crisis after public defiance at Budapest Pride, impacting his political image.
Film
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Coimisiun na Mean defends 500,000 funding of 'Kneecap' film as Belfast rappers prepare to make Glastonbury debut

Rónán Ó Domhnaill defends providing nearly half a million euro for Kneecap's film amid political opposition.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Starmer ignores Labour rebels' pleas as he vows to press ahead with welfare reforms

The Independent emphasizes the necessity of on-ground journalism in critical issues, calling for public support.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Moratorium on state AI regulation clears Senate hurdle | TechCrunch

Republican efforts to limit state AI regulations passed a significant hurdle, proposing to withhold federal funding for non-compliance.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Petro's labour reform referendum suspended by Colombia's Council of State

President Gustavo Petro's recent decree to call a referendum on labour reform was suspended by Colombia's Council of State due to lack of Senate approval.
Left-wing politics
fromFast Company
1 month ago

This renowned climate scientist says this is the most difficult time for climate science he's ever seen

Santer's 1995 IPCC chapter confirmed human impact on climate, facing substantial backlash yet leading to significant climate research advancement.
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

The New York Times Leads the Movement to Stop Zohran Mamdani

Mamdani faces intense scrutiny and opposition from editorial boards and a super PAC as he gains momentum in the mayoral primary.
#trump
fromtime.com
2 months ago
Washington DC

Trump's Military Parade Overtakes Washington, and Kindles No Kings' Protests Across Rest of U.S.

fromtime.com
2 months ago
Washington DC

Trump's Military Parade Overtakes Washington, and Kindles No Kings' Protests Across Rest of U.S.

#trump-administration
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Trump pulls controversial pick for U.S. Attorney for D.C.

Trump withdraws nomination for D.C. U.S. Attorney Ed Martin due to bipartisan opposition and controversies surrounding his past actions and statements.
SF LGBT
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Photo Essay: A transgender high school athlete navigates a fight she never asked for

Abi, a transgender athlete, bravely stood up for her rights during her graduation despite facing significant opposition and risks.
Left-wing politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Vincent Bevins: The elites have discovered they can govern us without legitimacy'

The early 2010s saw unprecedented global protests against political oppression and social injustice, uniting diverse populations worldwide.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Mary Regan: Opposition shows there's strength in numbers, but can the united front last?

In an effort to present a united front, Mary Lou McDonald of Sinn Féin is leading opposition discussions while others remain cautious to avoid association with her party.
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Starmer faces welfare revolt from 150 MPs as frontbenchers poised to quit'

The Independent is committed to providing accessible journalism during critical political moments, highlighting issues like welfare reforms and reproductive rights.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Federal lands amendment draws bipartisan rebuke

Democratic committee members expressed strong criticism towards a proposal seen as detrimental to public lands, underscoring the need for greater communication in policy impacts.
Real estate
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago

Lawmakers slam plan to use Bay Area military site for immigration detention facility

"It's outrageous and inappropriate for the Trump Administration to use Travis Air Force Base as an immigration detention facility. Converting Travis into an immigration facility would undermine its vital national security mission."
US politics
fromThe Local Germany
3 months ago

German intelligence suspends AfD 'extremist' label amid appeal

The German BfV agency labeled AfD as extremist, but a court ruled against this designation, citing political motivations behind the action.
US politics
fromemptywheel
3 months ago

The Diminishable Returns of MAGAt Mobs - emptywheel

Thom Tillis opposes the confirmation of Eagle Ed Martin as U.S. Attorney for DC due to his association with the January 6 Capitol insurrection.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Rubio says Venezuelans sheltering at Argentinian embassy rescued' by US

Marco Rubio described the event as a rescue operation, detailing how all hostages held by the Maduro regime at the Argentinian embassy in Caracas are now safely on US soil.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

In Singapore's Election, All Eyes Are on the Margin of Victory, Not the Winner

The upcoming election in Singapore serves as a referendum on the People's Action Party's (PAP) popularity amid rising opposition sentiment and voter dissatisfaction.
US Elections
#donald-trump
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
US politics

One hundred days into Trump 2.0, is the opposition failing?

Trump's second term faces significant political backlash due to his executive actions.
The effectiveness of political opposition against Trump's policies is questioned.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
US politics

MPs and peers oppose Donald Trump address to parliament during UK visit

There is significant opposition among UK parliamentarians regarding Donald Trump's potential address to Parliament during his upcoming UK visit.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

One hundred days into Trump 2.0, is the opposition failing?

Trump's second term faces significant political backlash due to his executive actions.
The effectiveness of political opposition against Trump's policies is questioned.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Matt Wrack plans to stay in post as teaching union's general secretary

I've simply been informed by the national executive that I remain the nominee of the national executive, he said.
UK politics
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Andrew Cuomo pledges to nix Medicare Advantage Plan that retirees union has fought

Cuomo pledges to protect city retirees' healthcare by opposing Mayor Adams' Medicare Advantage Plan.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Jordan outlaws Muslim Brotherhood opposition group DW 04/23/2025

Jordan has banned the Muslim Brotherhood, citing links to a sabotage plot.
The group remains legal in Jordan despite being banned elsewhere in the Arab world.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Michigan's Newest Senate Candidate Urges Tougher Stance on Trump

Dr. Abdul El-Sayed aims to be a strong progressive voice against the Trump administration in the Michigan Senate race.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Hong Kong's Democratic Party, Once a Formidable Force, to Disband

The Democratic Party, once a beacon for opposition in Hong Kong, has succumbed to Beijing’s tightening grip, marking a significant loss for local democracy.
Left-wing politics
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