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fromKqed
2 hours ago

Amid Trump's DC Takeover, Oakland and Other 'Very Bad' Cities Push Back on Threats | KQED

Trump's remarks target Black and brown-led communities, prompting leaders to defend their cities against claims of rising crime.
#tariffs
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fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Inside the EU's stalled plan to penalize Israel DW 08/02/2025

The EU moves toward penalizing Israel by proposing to bar Israeli startups from accessing EU research funds.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Mathews: Trump's opposition to California high-speed rail is a blessing in disguise

Trump's claw-back of $4 billion creates unexpected urgency and unified support for California's high-speed rail project.
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Gardai launch probe into 'mindless, racist violence' after alleged attack in Dublin

A group assaulted an Indian man in Tallaght, condemned as racist violence, prompting calls for increased police presence.
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago

ICE continues raids at Federal Plaza, detaining immigrants at court hearings

ICE agents have transformed the 12th floor of 26 Federal Plaza into an arrest zone, capturing immigrants attending mandatory immigration court hearings under the Trump administration.
US politics
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

New York clerk again refuses to enforce Texas judgment against doctor who provided abortion pills

A county clerk in New York refused to file a civil judgment against Dr. Margaret Carpenter from Texas, protecting her under state shield laws for abortion providers.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

Local Politics Are Putting Texas Communities At Risk

Governor Abbott's reaction to deadly floods in Texas used a sports analogy that many found inappropriate.
#immigration
#climate-change
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ministers are fretting about Britain's falling birthrate. Here's why it could be a good thing | Larry Elliott

80-year-old rock stars highlight the aging population in developed economies and decreasing birth rates.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Bay Area Democratic leaders assail Trump tax and policy bill after Senate passes it

The recent tax and policy bill is criticized for benefiting the wealthy while jeopardizing healthcare for millions, increasing national debt.
California
fromNBC Los Angeles
1 month ago

Gas prices rise on July 1: What California drivers need to know

California gas prices will increase by almost 2 cents, primarily due to inflation adjustments and stricter environmental standards.
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Israeli settlers set fire at military base in the West Bank

Dozens of Israeli settlers set fires, vandalized military vehicles, sprayed graffiti and attacked soldiers at a military base just north of Ramallah in the Israeli-occupied West Bank on Sunday night.
US politics
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

Fencing with Exclusion: How Medievalists Are Defending Trans Inclusion in Sword Sports - Medievalists.net

The controversy over trans participation in fencing has ignited debates and political actions, reflecting a broader cultural struggle in sports.
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Voters Will "Get Over It," McConnell Tells GOP Colleagues Scared That Medicaid Cuts Will Hurt Them in Midterms

Mitch McConnell told Senate Republicans that Americans concerned about losing Medicaid will 'get over it.' No one will 'get over' losing a loved one because Republicans in Congress failed them.
Right-wing politics
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
1 month ago

Dave Roberts reacts to Dodgers' $1 million pledge for immigrant families

The Dodgers are committing $1 million to support families affected by recent immigration raids.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Western leaders call for diplomacy, but they won't stop this war they refuse to even name its cause | Nesrine Malik

The feeble response from mainstream liberal parties is entirely dissonant with the gravity of the moment, creating an eerie calm amid the escalating chaos.
World politics
UK politics
fromThe US Sun
1 month ago

Border crisis deepens as over 1,000 migrants cross Channel in just 48 hours

The number of migrants crossing the Channel continues to grow despite increased law enforcement efforts.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

'Someone is going to be killed' - 17 police officers injured and six people arrested after second night of violence in Northern Ireland

Recent attacks in Ballymena resulted in 33 police injuries, highlighting escalating violence and community unrest.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Against the grain: as prices and temperatures rise, can Japan learn to love imported rice?

The Reiwa rice crisis threatens Japan's rice supply due to rising prices and shifts in political priorities.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The U.S. government is burning. Let's save what we can

The first four months of the Trump administration have seen the largest destruction of our federal government's capacity in history, with the reckless and illegal dismantling of agencies, the arbitrary slashing of the workforce, and the elimination of countless programs and critical public services.
NYC startup
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Margaret Brennan Confronts Kristi Noem on Trump's Federalizing' CA National Guard Which She Opposed Just Last Year

If [Newsom] was doing his job, then people wouldn't have gotten hurt the last couple of days... We wouldn't have officers with shattered wrists from bricks being thrown.
SF politics
fromDefector
2 months ago

Joni Ernst Is A Piece Of Shit | Defector

People will die if this bill passes in Ernst's chamber.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Democrats urge DHS to reinstate legal status of Bakersfield 4-year-old facing deportation, death

Humanitarian protections for a child in medical need are at risk due to terminated legal status amid political decisions.
#joe-biden
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Joe Biden Diagnosed with Stage 4 Prostate Cancer: What You Need to Know

Joe Biden has been diagnosed with Stage 4 prostate cancer, which is hormone-sensitive and manageable.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US politics

Yet Another Coverup???' Donald Trump Jr. Sarcastically Asks How Dr. Jill Biden' Could Have Missed' Husband's Prostate Cancer

Donald Trump Jr. expressed sympathy for Biden's cancer diagnosis but also questioned the timing and transparency of the illness.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Joe Biden Diagnosed with Stage 4 Prostate Cancer: What You Need to Know

Joe Biden has been diagnosed with Stage 4 prostate cancer, which is hormone-sensitive and manageable.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US politics

Yet Another Coverup???' Donald Trump Jr. Sarcastically Asks How Dr. Jill Biden' Could Have Missed' Husband's Prostate Cancer

UK politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
2 months ago

Sweden Democrats welcome citizenship freeze as 'step in right direction'

The Sweden Democrats support a halt to citizenship approvals due to new security checks, anticipating lowered foreign citizenship grants.
April saw only six citizenship approvals, a significant decline from March's 3,234, due to stalled processes.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Starmer joins condemnation of Israel over Gaza

The three Western leaders criticized Israel's plans as "wholly inadequate," emphasizing that the denial of humanitarian assistance risks breaching International Humanitarian Law.
UK news
fromRaw Story
2 months ago

'You moron!' MAGA celebrity sickens with jokes as Mexican ship hits Brooklyn Bridge

Right-wing social media reacted to a tragic ship crash with race-tinged humor, sparking outrage amidst the gravity of the incident.
France politics
fromeuronews
3 months ago

Diaspora minister slams Ireland and Spain as 'most hostile' to Israel

Antisemitism cases surged dramatically in 2024, particularly in Spain and Ireland following the Hamas attack and Israel's response.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

What is India's next move after strikes on Pakistan? DW 05/07/2025

India targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan while claiming to maintain restraint and avoid escalation with Pakistani military.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

India: What's next after missile strikes on Pakistan? DW 05/07/2025

India conducted strikes on Pakistan targeting terrorist infrastructure, citing restraint and avoiding military facilities.
The strikes were widely supported in India, reflecting strong national sentiment.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Trump Proposes $163 Billion in Cuts Across Government in New Budget

President Trump’s budget proposal represents a significant contraction in government spending, aiming to cut $163 billion and impacting various crucial programs, particularly for the poor.
US politics
fromTheregister
3 months ago

Trump admin freaks out over Amazon tariff exposure report

"This is a hostile and political act by Amazon," Leavitt said, noting she had just spoken to President Trump about the e-tailer's alleged plans.
US politics
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

French lawmakers honour memory of slain Malian worshipper

French lawmakers expressed their condolences for Aboubakar Cisse, emphasizing solidarity with the Muslim community following his tragic stabbing and calling for an end to political exploitation.
France news
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

At least 28 tourists killed by suspected militants in Kashmir attack

The attack in Kashmir represents a significant escalation in violence against civilians, killing at least 28 tourists.
US politics
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

People Cannot Believe This Was Actually Donald Trump's Response To The FSU Shooting

Trump's response to the FSU shooting highlights ongoing debates about gun legislation and political apathy.
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

TDs express shock and say they're 'baffled' by findings of Grace report

The investigation into 'Grace's' case revealed neglect but no findings of abuse, leaving politicians surprised and frustrated over accountability being absent.
US politics
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

Americans Are Reacting To Donald Trump's Latest Decision - And They're Not Holding Back

Public response to Trump's and Bukele's refusal to comply with the Supreme Court order regarding Kilmar Abrego Garcia reveals deep anxiety among Americans.
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