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US Vice President Vance touts Trump's crypto record at Bitcoin conference

Vance emphasized the importance of cryptocurrency's involvement in politics during his address at a Bitcoin conference.

The one thing Trump might be getting right

Trump's budget cuts to intelligence agencies highlight unchecked power and demand for accountability.

Trump seeks 'Golden Dome' missile shield by end of his term DW 05/20/2025

Trump announced a $175 billion missile defense system called the Golden Dome to protect the homeland from missile threats.

US updates: Federal appeals court reinstates Trump tariffs DW 05/29/2025

A federal appeals court reinstated Trump's tariffs after a lower court had blocked them, raising issues of presidential authority.

Trump's big beautiful' tax and spending bill advances toward vote US politics live

Trump's tax bill clears House hurdle, extending tax cuts and increasing military spending.

The proposed legislation would significantly increase U.S. debt over the next decade.

fromThe New Yorker

Trump Makes America's Refugee Program a Tool of White Racial Grievance

Trump's immigration policies reflect a consistent focus on restricting refugee admission based on assimilation criteria and racial considerations.

Cryptocurrency

US Vice President Vance touts Trump's crypto record at Bitcoin conference

Vance emphasized the importance of cryptocurrency's involvement in politics during his address at a Bitcoin conference.

The one thing Trump might be getting right

Trump's budget cuts to intelligence agencies highlight unchecked power and demand for accountability.

Trump seeks 'Golden Dome' missile shield by end of his term DW 05/20/2025

Trump announced a $175 billion missile defense system called the Golden Dome to protect the homeland from missile threats.

US updates: Federal appeals court reinstates Trump tariffs DW 05/29/2025

A federal appeals court reinstated Trump's tariffs after a lower court had blocked them, raising issues of presidential authority.

Trump's big beautiful' tax and spending bill advances toward vote US politics live

Trump's tax bill clears House hurdle, extending tax cuts and increasing military spending.

The proposed legislation would significantly increase U.S. debt over the next decade.

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Parenting

Making America pregnant again: the pro-natalist movement podcast

The pro-natalist movement is gaining traction in the US, aligning with conservative political views, despite not reflecting widespread public demand for children.

#journalism

2 days ago

Starmer in race against time to stop Trump's shock 50% steel tariffs hitting UK

The Independent aims to ensure unrestricted access to quality journalism during critical events in the US.

UK politics

UK has fastest growing economy in G7 in boost for Starmer

Quality journalism is vital for democracy and should be accessible to everyone, without paywalls.

Key takeaways: Documentary names alleged killer of Al Jazeera's Abu Akleh

The documentary identifies the Israeli soldier responsible for Shireen Abu Akleh's death.

It alleges that the Biden administration was aware of Israel's culpability soon after the incident.

The killing of journalists in the area has increased since Abu Akleh's death.

Independent films

Ari Aster's 'Eddington,' about America losing its mind in 2020, finds a mixed reception at Cannes

Ari Aster's film 'Eddington' reflects on the chaotic state of America during the pandemic, intertwining personal narratives with broader political themes.

Starmer emboldened terror' that led to embassy shooting, Israeli minister says

The Independent advocates for accessible journalism while highlighting key issues like reproductive rights and international conflicts.

UK politics

Mandelson plays down idea of Farage as PM after Reform local elections victory

2 days ago

Starmer in race against time to stop Trump's shock 50% steel tariffs hitting UK

The Independent aims to ensure unrestricted access to quality journalism during critical events in the US.

UK politics

UK has fastest growing economy in G7 in boost for Starmer

Quality journalism is vital for democracy and should be accessible to everyone, without paywalls.

Key takeaways: Documentary names alleged killer of Al Jazeera's Abu Akleh

The documentary identifies the Israeli soldier responsible for Shireen Abu Akleh's death.

It alleges that the Biden administration was aware of Israel's culpability soon after the incident.

The killing of journalists in the area has increased since Abu Akleh's death.

Independent films

Ari Aster's 'Eddington,' about America losing its mind in 2020, finds a mixed reception at Cannes

Ari Aster's film 'Eddington' reflects on the chaotic state of America during the pandemic, intertwining personal narratives with broader political themes.

Starmer emboldened terror' that led to embassy shooting, Israeli minister says

The Independent advocates for accessible journalism while highlighting key issues like reproductive rights and international conflicts.

UK politics

Mandelson plays down idea of Farage as PM after Reform local elections victory

US politics

Democrats Condemn Latest Trump Budget Request: "No Billionaire Left Behind"

Retirement

Elon Musk leaves Trump administration role DW 05/29/2025

fromTruthout

US politics

Democrats Condemn Latest Trump Budget Request: "No Billionaire Left Behind"

Retirement

Elon Musk leaves Trump administration role DW 05/29/2025

Trump's Transactional Foreign Policy

Trump's Middle East visit signifies a shift in America's foreign policy dynamics towards a more malleable and unpredictable approach.

Trump's Middle East tour relegates Israel to the sidelines

Trump's recent Middle East policy shifts have sidelined Israel, deepening tensions with Washington.

US politics

Is Trump's foreign policy weakening the US? Ken Roth and Stephen Walt

US politics

US senators seek to block Trump's UAE, Qatar defence deals

fromBoston.com

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.

US news

Trump, pressed on Qatari jet, says only 'stupid' people reject gifts

US politics

DC-Area Universities Are Offering Trump Classes This Fall

Trump's Transactional Foreign Policy

Trump's Middle East visit signifies a shift in America's foreign policy dynamics towards a more malleable and unpredictable approach.

Trump's Middle East tour relegates Israel to the sidelines

Trump's recent Middle East policy shifts have sidelined Israel, deepening tensions with Washington.

Is Trump's foreign policy weakening the US? Ken Roth and Stephen Walt

Stephen Walt critiques the erosion of democracy in the US under Trump's leadership, highlighting implications for global power dynamics.

US senators seek to block Trump's UAE, Qatar defence deals

US Senators accuse President Trump of corrupting foreign policy with arms deals benefiting him personally.

fromBoston.com

Trump, pressed on Qatari jet, says only 'stupid' people reject gifts

Trump dismissed ethical concerns over accepting a luxury jet from Qatar, claiming only a 'stupid' person would refuse such an offer.

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.

DC-Area Universities Are Offering Trump Classes This Fall

Local universities are adapting their courses this fall to examine the implications of the Trump administration on American democracy and governance.

more#trump

Left-wing politics

What is Project Esther, the playbook against pro-Palestine movement in US?

Project Esther seeks to undermine Palestine solidarity activism by framing it as an anti-Semitic movement and follows Trump administration's policies.

House Republican Rips Critics After Calling for End to All Military Aid to Israel: I Disagree With Your Version of Christianity'

Rep. Thomas Massie calls for ending all U.S. military aid to Israel, citing civilian casualties in Gaza.

#china

fromThe Mercury News

Silicon Valley

Nvidia faces bipartisan concern over Chinese facility report

fromwww.nytimes.com

US Elections

Opinion | As Trump Fixates on Trade, China Is Pulling Away

US politics

The Disturbing Rise of MAGA Maoism

US politics

Trump's Treasury Secretary Says China Talks Are, Uh, a Bit Stalled'

Silicon Valley

fromThe Mercury News

Nvidia faces bipartisan concern over Chinese facility report

Nvidia's plan for a Shanghai research facility raises national security concerns, prompting demands for clarity from U.S. senators.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Opinion | As Trump Fixates on Trade, China Is Pulling Away

The early months of Trump's second term may mark the turning point where China surpasses the U.S. in global influence.

The Disturbing Rise of MAGA Maoism

Trump's policies may lead the U.S. to cede global power to China while failing to bolster domestic industry.

US politics

Trump's Treasury Secretary Says China Talks Are, Uh, a Bit Stalled'

more#china

#international-relations

Right-wing politics

The rise of Christian nationalism under Trump

US politics

Trump's Middle East tour: Letters to the Editor - May 15, 2025

6 days ago

Russo-Ukrainian War

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,189

Russia has intensified drone warfare against Ukraine, escalating the conflict further.

fromThe Cipher Brief

Russo-Ukrainian War

Dear Mr. President: A Former CIA Officer's Unvarnished Brief on Putin

The key to ending the war in Ukraine lies in applying increased pressure on the Kremlin, according to insights from a former CIA officer.

The rise of Christian nationalism under Trump

Christian nationalism's rise under Trump significantly impacts US politics, influencing policy and democratic integrity.

Trump's Middle East tour: Letters to the Editor - May 15, 2025

Trump's diplomatic efforts aim to reset US-Middle East relations while countering threats from Iran.

Russo-Ukrainian War

6 days ago

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,189

Russia has intensified drone warfare against Ukraine, escalating the conflict further.

fromThe Cipher Brief

more#international-relations

Russo-Ukrainian War

Dear Mr. President: A Former CIA Officer's Unvarnished Brief on Putin

fromComputerWeekly.com

Trump, DEI and UK technology businesses | Computer Weekly

So there doesn't appear to be great public support in the UK for a retreat from DEI initiatives; quite the opposite in fact, and the legal landscape in this country in relation to diversity and inclusion issues is also significantly different to the US as a whole.

UK politics

#trump-administration

US updates: Trump tariffs blocked by federal trade court DW 05/29/2025

A US federal court ruled that President Trump overstepped authority with 'Liberation Day' tariffs.

US decision to lift sanctions on Syria: Here's what you need to know

Trump announced lifting sanctions on Syria to support the new government, aiming for stability and prosperity post-conflict.

Latin American leaders spend millions to influence Trump's White House

Latin American leaders lobbied U.S. government for influence, securing key agreements and meetings under Trump's administration.

fromwww.npr.org

Trump diminishing 'own scope of control' with Rubio in dual roles, says John Bolton

Marco Rubio's appointment reflects a significant shift in U.S. national security leadership dynamics, with potential implications for decision-making and control.

fromwww.twincities.com

White House conducting massive overhaul of National Security Council, officials say

Trump is ordering a significant overhaul of the National Security Council to downsize and align with his administration's agenda.

Trump gets tariff reprieve as he prepares Oval Office goodbye to Musk US politics live

A US court ruled Trump's tariffs illegal, prompting the administration to seek an appeal, reflecting ongoing trade policy controversies.

US updates: Trump tariffs blocked by federal trade court DW 05/29/2025

A US federal court ruled that President Trump overstepped authority with 'Liberation Day' tariffs.

US decision to lift sanctions on Syria: Here's what you need to know

Trump announced lifting sanctions on Syria to support the new government, aiming for stability and prosperity post-conflict.

Latin American leaders spend millions to influence Trump's White House

Latin American leaders lobbied U.S. government for influence, securing key agreements and meetings under Trump's administration.

fromwww.npr.org

Trump diminishing 'own scope of control' with Rubio in dual roles, says John Bolton

Marco Rubio's appointment reflects a significant shift in U.S. national security leadership dynamics, with potential implications for decision-making and control.

fromwww.twincities.com

White House conducting massive overhaul of National Security Council, officials say

Trump is ordering a significant overhaul of the National Security Council to downsize and align with his administration's agenda.

more#trump-administration

Trump gets tariff reprieve as he prepares Oval Office goodbye to Musk US politics live

A US court ruled Trump's tariffs illegal, prompting the administration to seek an appeal, reflecting ongoing trade policy controversies.

#legislation

US bill to ban Israel boycotts faces right-wing backlash over free speech

Bipartisan proposal to penalize boycotts of Israel faces opposition from Trump's allies due to free speech concerns.

Black Lives Matter

House Democrat Summer Lee to introduce reparations push for Black Americans

House Democrat introduces resolution for reparations for Black Americans, citing moral and legal obligations.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Klein: Trump's big, beautiful budget bill' is a looming economic bomb

The Big Budget Bomb has a $4 trillion cost with only $1.7 trillion offset, significantly affecting national debt.

fromAdvocate.com

05/23/25

The U.S. House passed a Republican budget reconciliation package threatening access to gender-affirming care for transgender individuals.

US bill to ban Israel boycotts faces right-wing backlash over free speech

Bipartisan proposal to penalize boycotts of Israel faces opposition from Trump's allies due to free speech concerns.

Black Lives Matter

House Democrat Summer Lee to introduce reparations push for Black Americans

House Democrat introduces resolution for reparations for Black Americans, citing moral and legal obligations.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Klein: Trump's big, beautiful budget bill' is a looming economic bomb

The Big Budget Bomb has a $4 trillion cost with only $1.7 trillion offset, significantly affecting national debt.

fromAdvocate.com

05/23/25

The U.S. House passed a Republican budget reconciliation package threatening access to gender-affirming care for transgender individuals.

Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy to visit Germany DW 05/28/2025

Kellog criticized Russian fears of World War III as reckless, emphasizing Trump's efforts for a ceasefire in Ukraine.

NYC politics

fromAP News

Former US Rep. Charles Rangel of New York dies at 94

Former U.S. Rep. Charles Rangel, a pivotal figure in Harlem and U.S. politics, passed away at age 94 after nearly five decades in Congress.

SF politics

fromSlate Magazine

The Consequences of One of Project 2025's Most Surprising Attacks Are Becoming Clear

Federal disaster aid is becoming less reliable under the Trump administration, affecting disaster response effectiveness.

Miami turns its back on Marco Rubio, its prodigal son in Washington

Rubio, once a champion for TPS for Venezuelans and staunch critic of regimes in Cuba and Venezuela, now supports ending TPS and cutting aid to Latin America.

Miami food

Artificial intelligence

fromFuturism

Dozens of Organizations Push Back Against Bill That Would Ban All AI Regulation

The proposed bill would ban all AI regulation in the US for ten years, raising concerns about the lack of safeguards.

Over 140 organizations are urging lawmakers to reconsider the deregulatory provision of the bill.

#pope-leo-xiv

Leo XIV: A pope from Chicago for a crisis-ridden American Church that is increasingly conservative

Cardinal Prevost's election as Pope Leo XIV marks a historic departure as the first U.S.-born Supreme Pontiff.

'Habemus Papam': Robert Prevost from the US is the new Pope DW 05/08/2025

Robert Prevost becomes the first US Pope Leo XIV, reflecting a significant moment in the Catholic Church's history.

US politics

How Will Pope Leo Address America? Look to His Predecessors.

Leo XIV: A pope from Chicago for a crisis-ridden American Church that is increasingly conservative

Cardinal Prevost's election as Pope Leo XIV marks a historic departure as the first U.S.-born Supreme Pontiff.

'Habemus Papam': Robert Prevost from the US is the new Pope DW 05/08/2025

Robert Prevost becomes the first US Pope Leo XIV, reflecting a significant moment in the Catholic Church's history.

US politics

How Will Pope Leo Address America? Look to His Predecessors.

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Donald Trump Jr says maybe one day' when asked if would ever run for president US politics live

Donald Trump Jr. mentioned in Qatar that he might consider running for president in the future, acknowledging a 'calling' to be involved in politics.

US politics

fromwww.npr.org

How President Trump is sparking a crypto revolution in America

The U.S. is shifting from skepticism to promotion of cryptocurrencies under President Trump, indicating a significant change in regulatory attitude.

Trump Complains to Baier That Zelensky, Ukraine Pissed Away' Billions Fighting Off Russia: Congress is Very Upset!'

Trump criticized Ukraine aid, claiming misuse by Zelensky, focusing more on spending than accountability for Putin.

#republican-party

US politics

GOPers in Congress need to stomp on the prima donnas and hang together - or they'll soon hang separately

Republicans must compromise quickly to pass Trump's budget amid significant pushback regarding national debt.

Potential tax increases on the wealthy may be necessary for passing the budget bill.

US politics

House GOP plan to slash over $230B in spending, reform food stamps clears committee

Republicans propose to cut over $230 billion in spending and reform SNAP, advancing it through committee.

GOPers in Congress need to stomp on the prima donnas and hang together - or they'll soon hang separately

Republicans must compromise quickly to pass Trump's budget amid significant pushback regarding national debt.

Potential tax increases on the wealthy may be necessary for passing the budget bill.

House GOP plan to slash over $230B in spending, reform food stamps clears committee

Republicans propose to cut over $230 billion in spending and reform SNAP, advancing it through committee.

more#republican-party

SF politics

fromBusiness Insider

Here's how much senators are making from their side hustles

Many U.S. senators supplement their incomes through book sales and part-time jobs, as revealed in their financial disclosures for 2024.

'Brain dead' Biden never could have pulled off Trump's show-stopping Middle East trip, Dems admit

It's amazing what can be accomplished when the president isn't f-king brain dead," a senior congressional Democratic aide told The Post Thursday.

US politics

Trump claims 'fat shot' buddy 'very happy' to have story out - but won't name him

Trump's anecdote about a friend's drug price disparity highlights issues in US pharmaceutical pricing.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Video: Opinion | We Study Fascism. And We're Leaving the U.S.

Yale professors relocating to Canada symbolizes a call to action amid fear of political repression in the U.S.

fromwww.bbc.com

Trump film tariffs may cause 'fear and unrest'

Trump threatens a 100% charge on foreign films, raising concerns in the industry about investment and growth.

Biden Defends Staying in 2024 Race on The View Totally Botches How Much Time He Gave Kamala Harris to Campaign

Biden believes he provided adequate time for Harris to campaign despite criticism of his late withdrawal from the race.

Europe politics

Ukraine updates: Vance calls for direct Moscow-Kyiv talks DW 05/07/2025

Direct talks between Russia and Ukraine are crucial for ending the war, as stated by US Vice President JD Vance.

Canada news

fromnypost.com

American daters are swiping right on Canada for love and an escape plan: Will marry for health care'

Americans frustrated by US politics are increasingly using dating apps to connect with Canadians for love and better living conditions.

fromSFGATE