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US news
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Senate confirms Gabbard as Trump's director of national intelligence after Republicans fall in line

Tulsi Gabbard's confirmation as director of national intelligence showcases party divide and differing views on national security expertise.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

How Zelensky's Oval Office Meeting Turned into a Showdown With Trump

Zelensky's meeting with Trump led to heightened tensions and no agreement, showcasing a complicated US-Ukraine relationship.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Hakeem Jeffries Angrily Condemns Joke' DHS Spox For Threatening Arrests of House Democrats: That's a Red Line!'

House Minority Leader Jeffries warns against potential arrests of Democrats and declares it's a 'red line'.
Washington DC
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Ian O'Doherty: Question isn't if we'll get an invitation to Washington, it's why would they bother?

The lack of a traditional invitation for the Taoiseach signals potential diplomatic tensions between Ireland and the Trump administration.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
5 days ago

Comey under investigation for 'threat' to Trump on social media, officials say

Former FBI director James B. Comey's Instagram post sparked accusations of a threat against President Trump, leading to an investigation by the Trump administration.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

House Democrat Tearfully Complained About Angry Constituents Demanding They Stop Trump: They Hate Us'

Democrats are facing significant voter backlash for perceived inaction against Trump, raising concerns about potential violence and the party's future.
US news
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Senate confirms Gabbard as Trump's director of national intelligence after Republicans fall in line

Tulsi Gabbard's confirmation as director of national intelligence showcases party divide and differing views on national security expertise.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

How Zelensky's Oval Office Meeting Turned into a Showdown With Trump

Zelensky's meeting with Trump led to heightened tensions and no agreement, showcasing a complicated US-Ukraine relationship.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Hakeem Jeffries Angrily Condemns Joke' DHS Spox For Threatening Arrests of House Democrats: That's a Red Line!'

House Minority Leader Jeffries warns against potential arrests of Democrats and declares it's a 'red line'.
Washington DC
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Ian O'Doherty: Question isn't if we'll get an invitation to Washington, it's why would they bother?

The lack of a traditional invitation for the Taoiseach signals potential diplomatic tensions between Ireland and the Trump administration.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
5 days ago

Comey under investigation for 'threat' to Trump on social media, officials say

Former FBI director James B. Comey's Instagram post sparked accusations of a threat against President Trump, leading to an investigation by the Trump administration.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

House Democrat Tearfully Complained About Angry Constituents Demanding They Stop Trump: They Hate Us'

Democrats are facing significant voter backlash for perceived inaction against Trump, raising concerns about potential violence and the party's future.
#human-rights
Europe politics
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Thousands of Serbian students converge on Belgrade for major rally

The Serbian capital is bracing for a significant anti-government rally amidst heightened security and government warnings.
Europe politics
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Thousands of Serbian students converge on Belgrade for major rally

The Serbian capital is bracing for a significant anti-government rally amidst heightened security and government warnings.
#protests
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Dem calls for Adams' resignation: Letters to the Editor - Feb. 19, 2025

Protests demand Mayor Adams' removal despite his acquittal on charges; reflects political tension within Democratic party.
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Europe politics

From dodgy lyrics to parachute pants, Eurovision never fails to live up to its outrageous reputation

NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Dem calls for Adams' resignation: Letters to the Editor - Feb. 19, 2025

Protests demand Mayor Adams' removal despite his acquittal on charges; reflects political tension within Democratic party.
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Europe politics

From dodgy lyrics to parachute pants, Eurovision never fails to live up to its outrageous reputation

#israel
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

Germany and Israel mark 60 years of ties as Gaza war casts shadow

Germany's relationship with Israel faces new challenges amid rising critiques of Israel's actions in Gaza and growing far-right sentiments in Germany.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago

Israel: PM Netanyahu dismisses Defense Minister Gallant DW 11/05/2024

Netanyahu dismissed Defense Minister Gallant due to eroded trust amid ongoing Gaza conflict.
#trump
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

That Oval Office Shouting Match Was a Setup

Trump's treatment of Zelensky during his White House visit showcased a planned provocation rather than productive diplomacy.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Trump's speech to Congress has the ingredients for an explosive event

Trump's upcoming address may be the most contentious State of the Union in recent history, prompting boycotts and protests from Democrats.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
US politics

Failed Trump nominee Ed Martin spit on by enraged passerby during live interview, shocking video shows

US politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

That Oval Office Shouting Match Was a Setup

Trump's treatment of Zelensky during his White House visit showcased a planned provocation rather than productive diplomacy.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Trump's speech to Congress has the ingredients for an explosive event

Trump's upcoming address may be the most contentious State of the Union in recent history, prompting boycotts and protests from Democrats.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
US politics

Failed Trump nominee Ed Martin spit on by enraged passerby during live interview, shocking video shows

fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Melania Trump unveils new stamp featuring Barbara Bush portrait in ceremony honoring the late first lady

While she is known for championing literacy, she also supported women's empowerment, changed the national conversation on AIDS, and took a stand supporting gay rights.
US Elections
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

There is no life here': Palestinians fear Israel is imposing its Gaza endgame

A ceasefire in January brought temporary relief to Gazans, but subsequent actions by Israel reinstated blockades and escalated violence, diminishing hopes for recovery.
#higher-education
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Student protests: Are things coming to a head in Serbia? DW 03/14/2025

Opposing student protest movements are emerging in Serbia, reflecting deep political divides and differing agendas.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Student protests: Are things coming to a head in Serbia? DW 03/14/2025

Opposing student protest movements are emerging in Serbia, reflecting deep political divides and differing agendas.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Giorgia Meloni faces awkward weekend at funeral of pope whose values she opposed

On big issues, Meloni and the pope could not have been further apart.
Left-wing politics
#kashmir
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

India downgrades Pakistan ties after attack on Kashmir tourists

India responds to the Kashmir attack by downgrading ties with Pakistan and imposing severe restrictions on Pakistani nationals.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

India downgrades Pakistan ties after attack on Kashmir tourists

India responds to the Kashmir attack by downgrading ties with Pakistan and imposing severe restrictions on Pakistani nationals.
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

GOP Rep. Anna Paulina Luna 'personally invited' to meet with El Salvador's president after he trolled Dem colleague for meeting with alleged MS-13 gangbanger

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna stated her commitment to strengthen U.S.-El Salvador relations, contrasting her upcoming meeting with President Bukele against Senator Van Hollen's recent meeting with a gang member.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Why Bangladesh's renamed New Year parade set off a controversy

Organisers defend the renaming of the UNESCO-recognised parade, stating it reverts to its original name from 1989, distancing from Hasina's oppressive legacy.
Black Lives Matter
#canada
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Nassau County capital spending plan fails after Democrats abstain from vote: 'What you're asking for is a quid pro quo'

Democrats abstained from voting on Nassau County's capital spending plan, protesting the lack of assurances from the County Executive.
US politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The viral reckoning at Republican town halls

Increasing confrontations at town halls reflect growing dissatisfaction among constituents toward their Republican lawmakers, accentuated by viral social media moments.
#congress
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

The Interview': Chuck Schumer on Democrats, Antisemitism and His Shutdown Retreat

Schumer faces backlash from Democrats after voting for a Republican spending bill, reflecting internal party tensions and fears of rising antisemitism.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

The Interview': Chuck Schumer on Democrats, Antisemitism and His Shutdown Retreat

Schumer faces backlash from Democrats after voting for a Republican spending bill, reflecting internal party tensions and fears of rising antisemitism.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Taiwan's president labels China a foreign hostile force' and ramps up security measures citing infiltration'

Taiwan's new president labels China a hostile force and announces heightened national security measures including re-establishing a military court system.
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Trump Can't Recall if He Fired the Head of Social Security or if She Quit: I Don't Know'

President Trump expressed surprise at the resignation of Social Security's Acting Commissioner Michelle King, following tensions with Elon Musk.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Trump Can't Recall if He Fired the Head of Social Security or if She Quit: I Don't Know'

President Trump expressed surprise at the resignation of Social Security's Acting Commissioner Michelle King, following tensions with Elon Musk.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Former government watchdog on his decision to end legal fight challenging his firing

The Office of Special Counsel investigates whistleblower claims and protects federal employees, but its head can be politically vulnerable.
SF politics
fromemptywheel
2 months ago

Pete Marocco Keeps Trying to Prevent Bill Cassidy from Learning the Truth about USAID - emptywheel

The USAID humanitarian programs are effectively paused, despite claims of continuity through waivers.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

She Interrupted a Town-Hall Meeting and Was Dragged Out by Private Security

A town hall meeting in Idaho erupted into chaos when a woman was forcibly removed for disrupting the event, highlighting rising tensions in political discourse.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

'Doesn't feel very "locked arms" to me': Texts reveal strain between Bass and Horvath

Political tensions rise between LA Mayor Bass and Supervisor Horvath amid crisis management efforts during ongoing fire situation.
Miscellaneous
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Everything's Going to Get a Lot More Expensive if Trump Keeps Doing This

Trump imposed drastic retaliatory measures against Colombia after deportation flights were blocked, revealing tensions over immigration policies.
#kamala-harris
Miscellaneous
fromAdvocate.com
6 months ago

Howard University watch party ends without Kamala Harris speech amid tight Election Night

The celebration for a potential historic victory for Kamala Harris turned into concern as results showed a tighter race than expected.
Miscellaneous
fromAdvocate.com
6 months ago

Howard University watch party ends without Kamala Harris speech amid tight Election Night

The celebration for a potential historic victory for Kamala Harris turned into concern as results showed a tighter race than expected.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Freezing rain dampens mood in Washington ahead of Trump's inauguration photo essay

Washington is currently a city marked by heightened security measures, including concrete barriers and steel fencing, in the wake of intense political tensions and threats.
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Venezuela detains two Americans among group of 'mercenaries' DW 01/08/2025

Maduro claimed the seven foreign nationals, including two Americans, were 'mercenaries' involved in plotting 'terrorist acts' ahead of his controversial third term inauguration.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Dreaming of a Black Utopia in Trump's America

B.A. Parker reflects on her childhood in Baltimore, describing it as a utopia where she felt safe and connected. This sense of security drives her to seek similar dynamics in her adult life.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Don't Try to Bully Me!' Secret Service Director and GOP Congressman SCREAM at Each Other in Shocking Hearing Clash

During an intense exchange, Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe defended his presence at the 9/11 ceremony while Rep. Pat Fallon accused him of inadequate protection protocols.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago

Philippine VP Duterte denies assassination plot against President Marcos Jr

Vice President Sara Duterte stated emphatically that her comments regarding a scheme to kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr were misconstrued and that her call for revenge was merely a humorous, conditional remark. She insisted, 'Common sense should be enough for us to understand that a supposed conditional act of revenge does not constitute an active threat.' This clarification came in response to the heightened tensions with her ally turned adversary.
Black Lives Matter
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

This Dad's MAGA Family Wants Him To Cut Off His Kids' Allowance Unless They Show Up For The Holidays

The fact that your mother wants to financially coerce your kids to come endure their abuse is extremely telling. Not the asshole, great job standing up for your kids.
Parenting
Germany politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 months ago

Germany's Scholz to request vote of confidence in December

Chancellor Olaf Scholz set a vote of confidence for December 16 and a new election on February 23, following the collapse of his coalition government.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.poynter.org
6 months ago

We asked two local journalists reporting from polling centers on Election Day: What are the vibes?

Voter engagement is down as tensions around the election increase, leading to reluctance in public discourse according to reporter Justin Garcia.
Remote teams
fromwww.worklife.news
6 months ago

Election Day tensions so high some employers grant remote work week

Workplace incivility is increasing due to political tensions surrounding the U.S. presidential election, with many managers opting for remote work.
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