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fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago
World news

Think You're Smarter Than Slate's Senior Audience Development Editor? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago
World news

Think You're Smarter Than Slate's Senior Audience Development Editor? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

fromIndependent
1 day ago

Gardai arrest former TD in probe over his dead parents' pensions

Politician alleged to have pocketed tens of thousands over years
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#media
US politics
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Gen Z men who voted for Trump define success as having children

Gen Z men and women show large gender gaps on Trump approval, immigration, workplace advantage, anxiety levels, and what counts as personal success.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Dining across the divide: The one thing we bonded over was despising Reform'

Occupation Oncologist Voting record Historically, whatever wasn't Conservative. Her new rule is not Reform or the Conservatives Amuse bouche She is bilingual in English and Tamil, speaks decent French, German and Japanese, a little bit of Spanish, and could pull out ancient Greek and Latin if required
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

West Point cancels ceremony to honor Tom Hanks as outstanding US citizen'

Now, the West Point Association of Graduates has canceled the ceremony to honor the actor just weeks before it was to take place, the Washington Post reported. Tom Hanks pays tribute to Apollo 13 astronaut Jim Lovell In an email to faculty, retired Col Mark Bieger stated that the decision would allow the academy to continue its focus on its core mission of preparing cadets to lead, fight and win as officers in the world's most lethal force, the United States Army.
US politics
Business
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Tesla Unveils Astonishing Pay Package That Could Make Elon Musk the World's First Trillionaire

Tesla board proposed a pay package that could add $900 billion to Elon Musk's net worth, potentially making him the world's first trillionaire.
#weather
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 week ago
US politics

In Wild Coincidence, White House Drowns Out Epstein Rally With Jets; Tech Titans Will Gather on Rose Garden Patio Tonight; and Madison Cawthorn Hopes to Return to DC - Washingtonian

Clouds and heat increase with a high near 87°F, thunderstorms possible after 5 PM, overnight rain low near 66°F; Mystics host the Phoenix Mercury tonight.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
3 weeks ago
Washington DC

Trump Scraps Plans to Be a Beat Cop in DC, Administration Releases List of "Woke" Smithsonian Exhibits, and an Ovechkin-Themed Corn Maze Is Imminent - Washingtonian

Sunny day (high around 84, low near 62) with weekend local sports events scheduled and a presidential visit promising park upgrades and enhanced street patrols.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Rachel Reeves has full confidence' in Angela Rayner after stamp duty error

Rayner said in a statement on Wednesday she had taken legal advice when she bought a 800,000 flat in Hove, which suggested she was liable to pay standard stamp duty, but had then sought further advice from a leading tax counsel after headlines about the arrangement. She learned that the initial advice had been inaccurate and she was liable to pay additional stamp duty.
UK politics
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Atlantic Festival Announces Interview with Mike Pence on Sept. 18

The Atlantic Festival runs Sept 18-20 in New York City featuring political figures, filmmakers, screenings, panels, and notable speakers including Mike Pence and Kathryn Bigelow.
#crime
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago
US politics

Trump Gains When Elites Downplay D.C. Crime

Many progressives deny the reality of crime affecting working-class Americans, which allows Trump to connect with those voters.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago
US politics

Cannot Stop Laughing!' Fox Guest Roasts Democrats Making Safe Streets' and Liking Hot People' a Trump Thing

Democrats' opposition to Trump's crime policies could politically backfire as public opinion favors his approach.
fromConsequence
1 week ago

Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun Are Dating

Sydney Sweeney is dating Scooter Braun, according to TMZ. The 27-year-old actress and 44-year-old music executive have been seeing each other for the last several months after apparently meeting at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding in Venice over the summer. Sources close to the couple described their relationship to TMZ as "casual." Sweeney was previously engaged to Jonathan Davino, but they split in January.
Music
Philosophy
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 week ago

Does Chicago Prove that Gun Laws Don't Work?

U.S. leads world in gun violence; the political right defends selective gun rights that align with white privilege while obstructing broader civil liberties.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Today in History: August 29, Olympic marathoner attacked by spectator

On Aug. 29, 2004, marathoner Vanderlei de Lima was attacked by a spectator during the running of the Olympic marathon in Athens; de Lima, who was leading the race at the time, eventually finished third and received the Pierre de Coubertin medal for sportsmanship in addition to his bronze medal. Also on this date: In 1814, during the War of 1812, Alexandria, Virginia, formally surrendered to British military forces, which occupied the city until September 3.
History
Environment
fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

Trump admin dismisses Endangered Species List as "Hotel California"

Systemic underfunding and political flip-flopping, not the Endangered Species Act itself, drive delays in species recovery despite legal protections.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Kenya mulls reforms as 'bribery culture' faces scrutiny DW 08/28/2025

President William Ruto accused Members of Parliament of taking bribes, amid a national survey showing entrenched petty corruption and public anger over graft.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Today in History: August 27, Hurricane Irene makes landfall

Today is Wednesday, Aug. 27, the 239th day of 2025. There are 126 days left in the year. Today in history: On Aug. 27, 2011, Hurricane Irene made landfall in the United States; the storm would be responsible for 49 total deaths and more than $14 billion in damage. Also on this date: In 1883, the island volcano Krakatoa erupted with a series of cataclysmic explosions.
History
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Not The Help He Was Looking For - See Also - Above the Law

Law enforcement actions and court-security concerns highlight potential overreach, political entanglement, and vulnerabilities in federal case access.
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Where The Hell Are Bonuses? - See Also - Above the Law

"Special" Bonuses Lose Their Spark The Longer You Wait: Where is the money?!
US politics
#immigration
Humor
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Comedy's Safest Slur

Some comedians voted for Trump claiming free speech protections, often seeking permission to use the 'R-word' without social or professional consequences.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Donald Trump's Perfect Museum

Museums emphasize historical artifacts and social injustices while neglecting celebratory and futuristic exhibits, prompting calls for displays that showcase the future and national achievement.
Media industry
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

The Atlantic Announces Emily Bobrow and Katie Zezima as Senior Editors; Will Gottsegen and Jonathan Lemire Join as Staff Writers

Four journalists — Emily Bobrow, Katie Zezima, Will Gottsegen, and Jonathan Lemire — join the editorial staff in senior and staff writer roles.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Is empathy a sin? Some conservative Christians argue it can be

Empathy is usually regarded as a virtue, a key to human decency and kindness. And yet, with increasing momentum, voices on the Christian right are preaching that it has become a vice. For them, empathy is a cudgel for the left: It can manipulate caring people into accepting all manner of sins according to a conservative Christian perspective, including abortion access, LGBTQ+ rights, illegal immigration and certain views on social and racial justice.
Right-wing politics
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
3 weeks ago

Hungarian President Deletes Word 'Russian' From Statement On Ukraine Strikes

"I express my deepest sympathy to those injured in the Russian missile attack on Munkachevo, and I wish them a speedy and full recovery," Sulyok said in his original statement posted to Facebook on August 21. The post was taken down shortly after it went up, only to be replaced by a nearly identical statement with the word "Russian" ("orosz" in Hungarian) removed from the first sentence.
Miscellaneous
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Day Around the Bay: ESPN Cancels Colin Kaepernick Documentary, Likely to Placate Trump

A missing infant in San Francisco has been found safe, prompting further investigation into the case.
#california
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Marjorie Taylor Greene Finally Reacts to Being Accused of Having a Bad-Built, Butch Body' by House Democrat

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene recounted an intense committee hearing where Rep. Jasmine Crockett made personal jabs at her, highlighting the escalation of political tensions.
US politics
fromwww.twincities.com
3 weeks ago

This conversation is being recorded: Trump's hot mic moment is the latest in a long global list

Hot mics reveal candid moments of leaders and their true thoughts in public settings.
US politics
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

How the MAGA goon squad became tech lobbyists

Big Tech lobbyists are struggling to navigate the unpredictable political landscape during the second Trump administration.
#fine-gael
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago
US politics

Heather Humphreys builds major lead over Sean Kelly for Aras run as Fine Gael chair and Enterprise Minister lend support

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
US politics

Tony Holohan drops Aras bid as he wants to protect family from 'personal abuse' in Irish politics

fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago
US politics

Heather Humphreys builds major lead over Sean Kelly for Aras run as Fine Gael chair and Enterprise Minister lend support

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
US politics

Tony Holohan drops Aras bid as he wants to protect family from 'personal abuse' in Irish politics

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Stephen A. Smith Blames Democrats for War in Ukraine

Stephen A. Smith criticized Democrats for blaming Trump for the Russia-Ukraine war, stating it was Biden's administration that faced the full-fledged conflict.
#chris-pratt
Fashion & style
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Zelenskyy broke his MO and showed up at the White House in a suit. This is why - and how - you should dress up for big meetings, 2 stylists say.

Zelenskyy's choice to wear an all-black suit at the White House was a strategic move to enhance his credibility and presence.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

The Revolutionary Politics of "Andor"

The series Andor authentically portrays the complexities of revolution against an oppressive regime, moving beyond simplistic good versus evil narratives.
US politics
fromJezebel
3 weeks ago

22 GOP AGs Just Quietly Launched a New Attack on the Abortion Pill

GOP leaders are pursuing a re-review of mifepristone, using flawed data to claim it poses serious risks to women.
EU data protection
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Sean Kelly confirms he will 'certainly' seek Fine Gael nomination to run for president

Sean Kelly will seek Fine Gael's nomination for presidency after Mairead McGuinness withdrew due to health concerns.
London
fromBerlin Art Link
3 weeks ago

Review of 'Thirst: In Search of Freshwater' | Berlin Art Link

Exploring the dynamics of freshwater scarcity, the exhibition 'Thirst' highlights its political, environmental, and social implications.
#labour-party
LGBT
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Day Around the Bay: Thunderstorms Predicted In Parts of CA This Week

City workers found a dead body while clearing a homeless encampment in San Jose, primarily occupied by unhoused LGBTQ+ individuals.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

THEY STILL DON'T GET IT': Newsom Account Dunks on Fox's Dana Perino for Ripping His Trump-Like Tweets

Perino criticized Newsom's all-caps social media posts, advising him to stop his 'Twitter thing' and suggesting he needs to be more serious.
California
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

Does the Attorney General Represent the People or the President?

Pam Bondi's dual role as Attorney General aligns with Donald Trump's agenda, despite controversies over her handling of Epstein-related cases.
NYC politics
from710 WOR
3 weeks ago

Meet The Man Who Made It Clear Staten Island Is Not Backing Mamdani | 710 WOR

Zohran Mamdani faced protest and hostility during his campaign visit to Staten Island.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

WIRED Roundup: Why GPT-5 Flopped

"The Trump administration is creating and sharing memes to make fun of deportations, showcasing how humor is used in political discourse."
US politics
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Hallmarks of authoritarianism': Trump banks on loyalists as he wages war on truth

Donald Trump undermines truth by firing officials who present unfavorable facts and replacing them with loyalists to enforce his narrative.
NYC real estate
fromVanity Fair
3 weeks ago

Eliot Spitzer Finally Speaks Out on NYC Mayor's Race

Eliot Spitzer supports significant upzoning in New York City to address real estate demand and acknowledges affordability issues affecting the city's future.
#trump
Left-wing politics
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Pop culture and politics are intertwined in the age of Trump. Just look at the Paramount-Skydance merger

The Paramount-Skydance merger signifies a new intertwining of pop culture and political dynamics.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Judge restrains Beto O'Rourke's group from sending funds to Democrats outside Texas

The Texas judge expanded a restraining order against Beto O'Rourke's political organization, barring any transfers of funds outside the state to prevent imminent harm to Texas.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Rachel Reeves to strip back' environmental rules to boost infrastructure

Rachel Reeves is preparing to strip back environmental protections to accelerate infrastructure building and boost the economy, facing backlash from wildlife advocates.
Europe politics
US politics
fromJezebel
3 weeks ago

These GOP Politicians Are in Too Much 'Dadgum' Danger to Go Outside, Live at Home, or Use a Seatbelt

Violent crime in Washington, D.C. is at a 30-year low despite claims of a crisis.
US news
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

CNN's John King on living with MS, his Irish roots and US politics: 'I am not anti-Trump. I am fascinated by Donald Trump. He is a political phenomenon'

John King shares personal experiences living with multiple sclerosis and its challenges.
US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

New White House travel ban on Gaza sparks concerns for children in Bay Area for medical treatment

Three children from Gaza are facing possible return despite seeking life-saving medical care in the U.S. due to a recently announced travel ban.
Left-wing politics
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Former Fine Gael minister spotted dining with John Delaney at top Mayfair restaurant

Pat Breen denies having any business dealings with John Delaney despite dining together recently.
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Bill Maher Torpedoes Trump Fan On Hoax' Claim: It's On Tape!'

Bill Maher challenged Walter Kirn's claim that the Russiagate investigation was fabricated, citing evidence from Trump's actions.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

We Use Everything': Democrat Justin Pearson Tells Velshi Nothing's Off the Table' to Fight Back' Against Trump

Resistance against President Trump includes all possible measures, according to Tennessee State Rep. Justin Pearson.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Fox News Pundits Hail Trump's Huge Win' at Summit Where President Announced, We Didn't Get There'

Look at the setup behind them. It says Pursuing Peace. Do you think Vladimir Putin wanted to stand in front of a banner on U.S. soil, a foot shorter than the U.S. president in front of words, saying Pursuing Peace? That's the goal here. Conway concluded, Donald Trump was not being his jovial self in this press conference. It was not emotional; it was transactional.
US politics
fromJezebel
3 weeks ago

Costco Caves to the Anti-Abortion Movement

Costco has decided not to dispense mifepristone in its over 500 pharmacy locations, a decision they've been deliberating for more than a year.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

RFK Jr Calls Trump The Answer to My 20-Year Prayer' in Post Blaming The Swamp' for Trying to Divide Them

Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. praised President Donald Trump as the answer to his prayers, emphasizing their mutual goal of dismantling the status quo.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Why has violence flared up in Serbia and what's next?

Violence has erupted in Serbia as government supporters confront anticorruption demonstrators demanding elections. President Aleksandar Vucic asserts that these protests are part of a foreign plot.
Europe politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Tom Cruise looks eager to steer clear of Trump's Kennedy Center awards

Tom Cruise declined a Kennedy Center Honor purportedly due to scheduling conflicts, avoiding an appearance alongside President Trump, which may suggest political discomfort.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Republican Senator Urges Dem Leaders to Go to Amazon, Buy Some Testicles' to Stand Up to Their Party's Loon Wing'

The mainstream wing of the Democratic Party is terrified of the leftist faction and has abandoned standing for anything substantial, only opposing President Trump.
US politics
LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'I felt phenomenal shame about being sexually abused' says Bryant

Sir Chris Bryant's autobiography reveals his challenging upbringing and experiences of abuse, reflecting on personal trials and the importance of authenticity.
#redistricting
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

I've Asked For It': NASA Administrator Sean Duffy Tells Fox He Hasn't Been Given The Alien Briefing' Yet

NASA Administrator Sean Duffy has requested but not yet received an alien briefing, highlighting a desire for transparency in government.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

'No regrets' for Reform mayor Luke Campbell

Luke Campbell has no regrets about his role as mayor, focusing on community support and job creation despite facing criticism.
Digital life
fromDaily Kos
4 weeks ago

The Coming AI Persuasion Swarms: How Autonomous Agents Will Reshape Marketing and Public Discourse

AI agents can influence political beliefs through simulation of human interactions on social networks.
US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 weeks ago

Pelosi, Trump mark 90th anniversary of Social Security by sparring over its future

Social Security Act was signed into law 90 years ago, providing vital support for older citizens.
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

John Downing: Mairead McGuinness fought and won many a hard battle - alas, Aras race was one challenge too far

Mairead McGuinness demonstrated true resilience and strength across her career in journalism and politics. Her fierce competitiveness was often balanced by her intrinsic kindness and unwavering commitment to hard work and excellence.
Agriculture
Germany politics
fromSpiegel
6 months ago

A "Little Coalition" for Germany: Friedrich Merz Faces an Uphill Battle as negotiations in Berlin Heat Up

Merz expressed openness to a constitutional amendment for defense spending, then backtracked amid internal party opposition and migration complexities.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Your Name Is Not Donald Trump!' CNN Anchor Jump on Scott Jennings Over Fake' Jobs Gripe

Phillip confronted Jennings for claiming that BLS jobs numbers are fake, questioning the implications of Trump's influence on such statistics.
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