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US news
fromwww.npr.org
54 minutes ago

Multiple Trump White House officials have ties to antisemitic extremists

Trump's administration faces scrutiny for hypocrisy in combating antisemitism while employing officials with extremist ties.
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago
Right-wing politics

How Donald Trump Is Expanding His Authority While Shrinking the Government

The article highlights the contradictory narrative in American politics regarding the size and role of government, as seen in recent Republican actions.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
22 hours ago
UK politics

Starmer's immigration speech likened to Enoch Powell saying 'strangers in their own country' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Yvette Cooper defends Keir Starmer's immigration speech, distinguishing it from Powell's rhetoric, calling for focus on immigration policy.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago
SF parents

Letters: President Trump's Alcatraz plan is just another pipe dream

Trump's Alcatraz reopening plan is unrealistic and reflects a history of unfeasible proposals.
Seniors are crucial in leading the voting process and should set an example for younger voters.
Legislation like the EATS Act threatens existing protections for animal welfare.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
54 minutes ago

Multiple Trump White House officials have ties to antisemitic extremists

Trump's administration faces scrutiny for hypocrisy in combating antisemitism while employing officials with extremist ties.
Right-wing politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

How Donald Trump Is Expanding His Authority While Shrinking the Government

The article highlights the contradictory narrative in American politics regarding the size and role of government, as seen in recent Republican actions.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago
SF parents

Letters: President Trump's Alcatraz plan is just another pipe dream

Trump's Alcatraz reopening plan is unrealistic and reflects a history of unfeasible proposals.
Seniors are crucial in leading the voting process and should set an example for younger voters.
Legislation like the EATS Act threatens existing protections for animal welfare.
more#politics
#crime
fromwww.npr.org
2 hours ago
Arts

What we misunderstand about gun violence

Gun violence in the U.S. is often misunderstood; behavioral economics offers new insights into its causes and potential solutions.
fromNew York Post
4 days ago
NYC politics

Trump's Alcatraz plan: Letters to the Editor - May 10, 2025

Trump proposed reopening Alcatraz Prison, igniting debate on practicality and safety of such an initiative.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
2 hours ago

What we misunderstand about gun violence

Gun violence in the U.S. is often misunderstood; behavioral economics offers new insights into its causes and potential solutions.
fromNew York Post
4 days ago
NYC politics

Trump's Alcatraz plan: Letters to the Editor - May 10, 2025

Trump proposed reopening Alcatraz Prison, igniting debate on practicality and safety of such an initiative.
more#crime
#homelessness
Mission District
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

Why do Bay Area homeless people turn down shelter beds?

Many homeless individuals resist shelter due to trauma and mental health issues, leading to increasing tensions with local governments seeking to enforce shelter acceptance.
fromTruthout
4 days ago
Alternative transportation

Escalating Anti-Homeless Policies Fall Hardest on Disabled People in the US

The Supreme Court ruling criminalizes homelessness, worsening conditions for many unhoused Americans, particularly disabled individuals.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

Legislators gut bill that sought to force counties to share city shelter costs

State lawmakers gutted key provisions in Mayor Mahan's homelessness bills, impacting efforts to reduce unsheltered homelessness.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
US news

San Jose Considers Arresting Homeless People Who Refuse Housing

Rising frustration over homelessness in Silicon Valley is prompting local leaders to adopt more aggressive measures against encampments.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
NYC startup

Preventing homelessness: the tough job of predicting who is at real risk

Innovative predictive models in Los Angeles aim to prevent homelessness by identifying individuals at high risk before they become homeless.
fromtherealdeal.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Hochul says state budget to include $50M for housing vouchers

The state budget may include $50 million for a new housing voucher program, marking a significant shift in support for addressing homelessness.
Mission District
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

Why do Bay Area homeless people turn down shelter beds?

Many homeless individuals resist shelter due to trauma and mental health issues, leading to increasing tensions with local governments seeking to enforce shelter acceptance.
Alternative transportation
fromTruthout
4 days ago

Escalating Anti-Homeless Policies Fall Hardest on Disabled People in the US

The Supreme Court ruling criminalizes homelessness, worsening conditions for many unhoused Americans, particularly disabled individuals.
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Legislators gut bill that sought to force counties to share city shelter costs

State lawmakers gutted key provisions in Mayor Mahan's homelessness bills, impacting efforts to reduce unsheltered homelessness.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

San Jose Considers Arresting Homeless People Who Refuse Housing

Rising frustration over homelessness in Silicon Valley is prompting local leaders to adopt more aggressive measures against encampments.
NYC startup
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Preventing homelessness: the tough job of predicting who is at real risk

Innovative predictive models in Los Angeles aim to prevent homelessness by identifying individuals at high risk before they become homeless.
NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
2 weeks ago

Hochul says state budget to include $50M for housing vouchers

The state budget may include $50 million for a new housing voucher program, marking a significant shift in support for addressing homelessness.
more#homelessness
#child-care
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
13 hours ago

Opinion: A Bold New Blueprint for Universal Child Care in NYC

The CARES Plan aims to solve child care shortages in NYC with a $500 million investment from pension funds.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
5 days ago
NYC parents

Parents and kids rally for child care at City Hall

NYC parents rally for child care funding assurance.
Advocates demand continuation of funding for child care amidst budget discussions.
fromGothamist
1 week ago
NYC parents

NYC, state battle over child care funding for thousands of New Yorkers

NYC Mayor Eric Adams opposes a state plan for child care funding, viewing it as cost-shifting rather than a fair financial support.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
13 hours ago

Opinion: A Bold New Blueprint for Universal Child Care in NYC

The CARES Plan aims to solve child care shortages in NYC with a $500 million investment from pension funds.
NYC parents
fromBrooklyn Eagle
5 days ago

Parents and kids rally for child care at City Hall

NYC parents rally for child care funding assurance.
Advocates demand continuation of funding for child care amidst budget discussions.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC, state battle over child care funding for thousands of New Yorkers

NYC Mayor Eric Adams opposes a state plan for child care funding, viewing it as cost-shifting rather than a fair financial support.
more#child-care
#sustainability
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
5 days ago
Mission District

May 2025 Update From District 8 - San Francisco Bay Times

San Francisco is prioritizing the installation of EV curbside chargers in response to California's mandate for electric vehicles.
fromAustin Monitor
1 day ago
SF food

City, county moving ahead with long-range local food plan - Austin Monitor

Austin and Travis County are launching a 42-month Food Plan to establish a sustainable local food system, focusing on resilience and equity.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
5 days ago
Mission District

May 2025 Update From District 8 - San Francisco Bay Times

San Francisco is prioritizing the installation of EV curbside chargers in response to California's mandate for electric vehicles.
fromAustin Monitor
1 day ago
SF food

City, county moving ahead with long-range local food plan - Austin Monitor

Austin and Travis County are launching a 42-month Food Plan to establish a sustainable local food system, focusing on resilience and equity.
more#sustainability
#immigration
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Cheap foreign labour' this is how Keir Starmer denigrates the migrant carers looking after your loved ones

The government's tough stance on immigration undermines support and overlooks the essential role of care workers.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago
UK politics

Despair at Starmer's divisive' language as he clamps down on immigration

Sir Keir Starmer's strict immigration plan has faced backlash for its far-right language and implications within the Labour Party.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

When Trump's Immigration Crackdown Came to Yemi Mobolade's City

Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade affirms that illegal immigrants committing crimes should face deportation, drawing mixed reactions amid a politically charged backdrop.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Cheap foreign labour' this is how Keir Starmer denigrates the migrant carers looking after your loved ones

The government's tough stance on immigration undermines support and overlooks the essential role of care workers.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago
UK politics

Despair at Starmer's divisive' language as he clamps down on immigration

Sir Keir Starmer's strict immigration plan has faced backlash for its far-right language and implications within the Labour Party.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

When Trump's Immigration Crackdown Came to Yemi Mobolade's City

Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade affirms that illegal immigrants committing crimes should face deportation, drawing mixed reactions amid a politically charged backdrop.
more#immigration
fromIndependent
2 days ago
London politics

Jenny Maguire: Sniggering at the Drury Street drinkers disguises a more sinister trend in our cities

Public spaces in cities are becoming less accessible and more restrictive for young people.
#supreme-court
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Government will ban trans employees from toilets that reflect their gender

Trans employees may be banned from using facilities that align with their gender identity following a recent Supreme Court ruling.
fromKqed
1 day ago
San Francisco

Newsom Pushes Cities to Ban Homeless Encampments Across California | KQED

California's new policies aim to balance homelessness management with humane treatment of unhoused individuals.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Government will ban trans employees from toilets that reflect their gender

Trans employees may be banned from using facilities that align with their gender identity following a recent Supreme Court ruling.
fromKqed
1 day ago
San Francisco

Newsom Pushes Cities to Ban Homeless Encampments Across California | KQED

California's new policies aim to balance homelessness management with humane treatment of unhoused individuals.
more#supreme-court
#journalism
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Blair demands net zero policy reset over credibility gap with voters'

Quality journalism is essential for informed public discourse on pressing issues like climate change.
Tony Blair advocates for a radical change in climate policy and credibility with the public.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Disastrous': Readers fear social care collapse after visa ban

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism in critical times, covering essential issues like reproductive rights and immigration policy.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
UK politics

Cabinet minister admits Tony Blair's net zero criticisms are valid'

Quality journalism is crucial for providing balanced perspectives on critical issues like climate change and reproductive rights.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago
London startup

London e-scooter trial extended to cover more of the capital after five million trips

The expansion of e-scooter rental trials in London provides a legal and regulated means for using e-scooters on public roads.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Blair demands net zero policy reset over credibility gap with voters'

Quality journalism is essential for informed public discourse on pressing issues like climate change.
Tony Blair advocates for a radical change in climate policy and credibility with the public.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Disastrous': Readers fear social care collapse after visa ban

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism in critical times, covering essential issues like reproductive rights and immigration policy.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
UK politics

Cabinet minister admits Tony Blair's net zero criticisms are valid'

Quality journalism is crucial for providing balanced perspectives on critical issues like climate change and reproductive rights.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago
London startup

London e-scooter trial extended to cover more of the capital after five million trips

The expansion of e-scooter rental trials in London provides a legal and regulated means for using e-scooters on public roads.
more#journalism
#trans-rights
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Watch: Labour MP criticises gender ideology 'damage'

Calling for assessment of gender ideology's damage to public bodies.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Watch: Labour MP criticises gender ideology 'damage'

Calling for assessment of gender ideology's damage to public bodies.
more#trans-rights
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago
Canada news

Hospital spending on agencies staffing nearly doubled in Ontario hospitals over 10 years, report finds | CBC News

Ontario hospitals spent $9.2 billion on for-profit staffing agencies in a decade, highlighting the costly reliance on temporary healthcare workers.
#trump-administration
fromArs Technica
4 days ago
US politics

Trump kills broadband grants, calls digital equity program "racist and illegal"

Trump is terminating the Digital Equity Act, claiming it is unconstitutional and racist.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

Democratic Strategist Warns Party Against Aligning Itself With Abrego Garcia: Let's Not Make Him a Martyr'

Democrats should avoid narrowly focusing on individual cases like Abrego Garcia's deportation and highlight broader civil liberties issues.
fromHigh Country News
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

Nearly all federal workers who investigate firefighter deaths fired - High Country News

Federal health workers responsible for firefighter death investigations faced mass layoffs under Trump administration policies.
US politics
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Trump kills broadband grants, calls digital equity program "racist and illegal"

Trump is terminating the Digital Equity Act, claiming it is unconstitutional and racist.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

Democratic Strategist Warns Party Against Aligning Itself With Abrego Garcia: Let's Not Make Him a Martyr'

Democrats should avoid narrowly focusing on individual cases like Abrego Garcia's deportation and highlight broader civil liberties issues.
fromHigh Country News
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

Nearly all federal workers who investigate firefighter deaths fired - High Country News

Federal health workers responsible for firefighter death investigations faced mass layoffs under Trump administration policies.
more#trump-administration
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
4 days ago

Brannan Pledges City Contract Reform in Comptroller Bid

Councilmember Justin Brannan aims to improve transparency and accountability in city contracting by establishing a list of underperforming vendors.
#housing-crisis
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago
UK politics

The Irish Independent's View: Let's hope latest move by Government on housing isn't just a buck-passing exercise

The appointment of a housing tsar may not solve the housing crisis unless there is a comprehensive and unified strategy from the government.
fromIndependent
1 week ago
UK news

Minister James Browne digs in on housing tsar plan with new names now in frame

The Government is actively seeking a new housing tsar after the withdrawal of a key candidate.
Housing Minister James Browne remains committed to appointing a chief executive for the Housing Activation Office.
fromIndependent
6 days ago
UK politics

David W Higgins: Rethink on work permits could do more to fix our housing crisis than any highly paid tsar

Ireland's housing crisis is the top voter concern, outpacing immigration by a wide margin.
Public scrutiny will focus on the housing tsar's salary and effectiveness.
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago
UK politics

The Irish Independent's View: Let's hope latest move by Government on housing isn't just a buck-passing exercise

The appointment of a housing tsar may not solve the housing crisis unless there is a comprehensive and unified strategy from the government.
fromIndependent
1 week ago
UK news

Minister James Browne digs in on housing tsar plan with new names now in frame

The Government is actively seeking a new housing tsar after the withdrawal of a key candidate.
Housing Minister James Browne remains committed to appointing a chief executive for the Housing Activation Office.
fromIndependent
6 days ago
UK politics

David W Higgins: Rethink on work permits could do more to fix our housing crisis than any highly paid tsar

Ireland's housing crisis is the top voter concern, outpacing immigration by a wide margin.
Public scrutiny will focus on the housing tsar's salary and effectiveness.
more#housing-crisis
fromTime Out London
5 days ago
London politics

Pubs and clubs in this north London borough will soon be allowed to stay open later

Camden Council has approved extended hours for venues to serve food and alcohol.
Renovation
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

Civil rights, housing and consumer advocates urge HUD to rescind watered down' fair housing rule

The revised AFFH rule undermines efforts to promote fair housing, exacerbating the affordable housing crisis.
#elon-musk
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago
US politics

In Trump's First 100 Days, a Fault Line Between DOGE and Project 2025 Has Become Clear

Project 2025 significantly influences Trump's administration, driving aggressive policies along conservative lines.
fromFuturism
6 days ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Emails Show Elon Musk Begging for Privacy While Siccing His 200 Million Twitter Followers on Specific Private People He Doesn't Like

Elon Musk exhibits a double standard regarding privacy, valuing his own while undermining others' privacy rights.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Non-profit organizations

As Musk steps back, experts say Doge cuts have harmed government services

Elon Musk's leadership of Doge failed to improve government service quality, leading to criticism from public policy experts.
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago
US politics

In Trump's First 100 Days, a Fault Line Between DOGE and Project 2025 Has Become Clear

Project 2025 significantly influences Trump's administration, driving aggressive policies along conservative lines.
fromFuturism
6 days ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Emails Show Elon Musk Begging for Privacy While Siccing His 200 Million Twitter Followers on Specific Private People He Doesn't Like

Elon Musk exhibits a double standard regarding privacy, valuing his own while undermining others' privacy rights.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Non-profit organizations

As Musk steps back, experts say Doge cuts have harmed government services

Elon Musk's leadership of Doge failed to improve government service quality, leading to criticism from public policy experts.
more#elon-musk
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Swinney says Scotland will be only part of UK to tackle cost of living crisis

Scotland promises unique measures to address the cost of living crisis, setting it apart as the UK's most supportive region for low-income residents.
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

Where Does 'Motonormativity' Come From - And Which Country Has It Worst? - Streetsblog USA

Americans exhibit a stronger tendency towards 'motonormativity' than the UK or Netherlands, impacting their views on transportation alternatives.
#mental-health
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago
Mental health

Are Airline Pilots Allowed to Be Depressed?

FAA mental health regulations for pilots are seen as outdated and encourage silence regarding mental health issues.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
NYC politics

Cuomo unveils plan to fix NYC's mental health crisis - and it looks a lot like Adams' agenda

Cuomo's mental health plan for NYC mirrors several proposals previously pushed by Mayor Adams.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago
Mental health

The Secret to Happiness, According to Science

Happiness is influenced by both internal and external factors, necessitating tailored policies.
Understanding happiness sources is essential for effective public interventions.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Cuomo unveils plan to fix NYC's mental health crisis - and it looks a lot like Adams' agenda

Cuomo's mental health plan for NYC mirrors several proposals previously pushed by Mayor Adams.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago
Mental health

The Secret to Happiness, According to Science

Happiness is influenced by both internal and external factors, necessitating tailored policies.
Understanding happiness sources is essential for effective public interventions.
more#mental-health
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

UK falling behind on tackling microplastic pollution, scientists say

UK is lagging in international responses to microplastics pollution.
Urgent action needed to create a roadmap for reducing microplastics in the environment.
fromThe US Sun
1 week ago
UK politics

Nigel Farage says Reform councils won't take migrants & wants to end WFH

Farage opposes housing asylum seekers in Reform-controlled areas, promising strict policies to increase public sector productivity.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
1 week ago

A DOGE Recruiter Is Staffing a Project to Deploy AI Agents Across the US Government

AccelerateX has partnered with Palantir and received funding from OpenAI's Converge 2 Accelerator.
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
NYC startup

Talking Headways Podcast: Behind the Mayor's Desk - Streetsblog USA

Mayors are rethinking urban priorities and implementing urgent, nimble solutions to global challenges exacerbated by the pandemic.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Walters: When California politicians ignore policy risks, failure often results

California's governance often overlooks potential risks when enacting major projects.
Historical examples reveal disastrous consequences from inadequate public input and analysis.
Senate Bill 769 may repeat past mistakes in infrastructure financing.
#education
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

The $40 Billion Issue the N.Y.C. Mayoral Candidates Aren't Discussing

Education is largely overlooked in New York City's mayoral race, despite its potential to bridge social divides.
fromHigh Country News
1 week ago
Environment

Whatever happened to caring about future generations? - High Country News

Investing in education is a moral obligation to future generations, rooted in the intergenerational social contract.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

The $40 Billion Issue the N.Y.C. Mayoral Candidates Aren't Discussing

Education is largely overlooked in New York City's mayoral race, despite its potential to bridge social divides.
fromHigh Country News
1 week ago
Environment

Whatever happened to caring about future generations? - High Country News

Investing in education is a moral obligation to future generations, rooted in the intergenerational social contract.
more#education
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Policymakers debate how to raise money to save Bay Area transit agencies as fiscal cliffs loom

Bay Area transit agencies face severe budget deficits post-pandemic, risking deep service cuts without new funding.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Gov. Hochul got her budget priorities. Will they win her reelection votes?

Hochul must effectively communicate her $254 billion budget's benefits to voters ahead of the 2026 election.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Stonewall's policy of no debate' on trans rights was a mistake | Letters

Engaging in two-way discussions is crucial for advancing trans rights and social justice.
Europe politics
fromeuronews
1 week ago

How European countries see religious symbols in public office

Berlin's proposal to abolish its Neutrality Act reignites debates on religious freedom and secularism in public life.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Climate plan based on phasing out fossil fuels doomed to fail, says Tony Blair

Tony Blair argues that strategies to rapidly phase out fossil fuels are doomed, urging a focus on technological solutions instead.
US news
fromABA Journal
2 weeks ago

'It's Time for You to Leave': More immigration lawyers get notices to self-deport

Notices instructing immigration lawyers to self-deport raise concerns over administrative errors in a flawed mass email campaign.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Why Zohran Mamdani is bad for NYC families

Zohran Mamdani's socialist campaign may undermine child welfare with extreme proposals that prioritize parental rights over children's safety.
Tech industry
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago

Why Tax Breaks for Data Centers Could Backfire on States

Tax breaks for data centers raise questions about their true economic impact and cost to states.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
London politics

Youth centres may seem tame fare for politicians. But I've seen firsthand how they cut crime | Simon Jenkins

Local elections are more about national figures than local governance, indicating a decline in community democracy in the UK.
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

Dorsey's 'Recovery First' plan heads to full S.F. board - with key wording changed

Matt Dorsey's 'recovery first' ordinance advances to the Board of Supervisors with amendments reflecting a shift from 'abstinence-first' to 'long-term remission.'
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Exclusive | NY lawmakers back controversial assisted suicide bill as state wrangles with Hochul over budget

New York lawmakers are moving forward with a proposal to legalize assisted suicide for terminally ill patients.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Lawsuit says city can't use downtown parking lots for housing without a vote of property owners

A lawsuit has been filed against Menlo Park over plans to redevelop downtown parking lots into housing, claiming improper authority and lack of property owner consent.
Data science
fromFlowingData
3 weeks ago

Halt of data collection that measures American society

The removal of federal datasets hinders the government's ability to accurately assess societal issues.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago
New York City

From Alabama to Wyoming, These Are Police Salaries Across America

Police recruitment challenges extend beyond salaries; humanizing officers is key to attracting new recruits.
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