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fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago
Portland food

THE TRASH REPORT: Pope Dies of JD Vance Exposure, the Philip Seymour Hoffman Cinematic Universe, and More!

Pope Francis passed away recently, prompting discussions on his legacy and the odd circumstances surrounding his death.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
US news

Best of the Babylon Bee: Trump fired for forgetting to reply to Elon and more hilarious headlines

The article humorously highlights absurd news events and societal commentary through satire.
Humor is used to address serious and surreal circumstances in contemporary society.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Silicon Valley food

Best of the Babylon Bee: Trump classifies Panda Express as domestic terror organization and more

Babylon Bee provides humorous takes on current events including politics and cultural discussions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago
US politics

I live in the US and have a green card. If I leave the country, will I be allowed back in? | Arwa Mahdawi

Humor as a coping mechanism during bleak times can spark misunderstanding in personal relationships.
fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago
Portland food

THE TRASH REPORT: Pope Dies of JD Vance Exposure, the Philip Seymour Hoffman Cinematic Universe, and More!

Pope Francis passed away recently, prompting discussions on his legacy and the odd circumstances surrounding his death.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
US news

Best of the Babylon Bee: Trump fired for forgetting to reply to Elon and more hilarious headlines

The article humorously highlights absurd news events and societal commentary through satire.
Humor is used to address serious and surreal circumstances in contemporary society.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Silicon Valley food

Best of the Babylon Bee: Trump classifies Panda Express as domestic terror organization and more

Babylon Bee provides humorous takes on current events including politics and cultural discussions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago
US politics

I live in the US and have a green card. If I leave the country, will I be allowed back in? | Arwa Mahdawi

Humor as a coping mechanism during bleak times can spark misunderstanding in personal relationships.
more#humor
#pop-culture
Games
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Too Old to Ace This Year-End Quiz? Ask a Kid for Help.

Engaging with kids can enhance understanding and enjoyment of current events, as demonstrated by The New York Times year-end trivia challenge.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Royal arms, traffic jams and plastic bans take the Thursday quiz

The Guardian Thursday quiz tests knowledge of current events and general trivia in a comment-based format.
Games
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Too Old to Ace This Year-End Quiz? Ask a Kid for Help.

Engaging with kids can enhance understanding and enjoyment of current events, as demonstrated by The New York Times year-end trivia challenge.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Royal arms, traffic jams and plastic bans take the Thursday quiz

The Guardian Thursday quiz tests knowledge of current events and general trivia in a comment-based format.
more#pop-culture
#community-engagement
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago
Portland

POP QUIZ PDX: Featuring... the Trump Firehose of FAILURE

Engagement in local trivia is emphasized through a fun and sassy quiz format.
fromIndependent
4 days ago
UK news

Mary Regan: 'The way we consume politics has changed, but I still remember first headline to whet my appetite in 1989'

The 'Grand Alliance' reflects significant changes in Irish politics, drawing community interest during a heatwave.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Boston

Did you follow the local news this week? Take our Greater Boston news quiz.

The Boston news quiz helps engage readers and keeps them updated on local happenings after a holiday hiatus.
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago
Portland

POP QUIZ PDX: Featuring... the Trump Firehose of FAILURE

Engagement in local trivia is emphasized through a fun and sassy quiz format.
fromIndependent
4 days ago
UK news

Mary Regan: 'The way we consume politics has changed, but I still remember first headline to whet my appetite in 1989'

The 'Grand Alliance' reflects significant changes in Irish politics, drawing community interest during a heatwave.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Boston

Did you follow the local news this week? Take our Greater Boston news quiz.

The Boston news quiz helps engage readers and keeps them updated on local happenings after a holiday hiatus.
more#community-engagement
#politics
US Elections
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

An Oscar-Week "Real Time" Took On Foreign Policy

Bill Maher's show shifted focus from Oscars to pressing foreign policy issues and U.S.-Canada relations.
Guests expressed concerns over U.S. global influence amidst changing political dynamics.
Miscellaneous
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Americans Are Revealing How They Feel About The Current US Political State

Americans express deep concern and divided sentiments about the country's current political state.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 week ago
Washington DC

Kristi Noem Bag-Theft Mystery Endures, "Senate Twink" Plans Pigeon Sanctuary, and We've Got Tips for Doing Yoga in Museums - Washingtonian

The White House supports Defense Secretary Hegseth despite internal tensions and controversies regarding his leadership and reported dysfunction within the Pentagon.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US politics

Best of the Babylon Bee: Trump draws names of countries from hat to determine next tariff

Satirical commentary highlights current political and entertainment events, blending humor with critique.
The article features humorous takes on Biden, Trump, Disney, and SpaceX.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

S.N.L': Live From New York, It's More Military Secrets.

SNL humorously satirized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's accidental text revealing attack plans on Houthi fighters, framing it as a teenage group chat gone wrong.
US Elections
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

An Oscar-Week "Real Time" Took On Foreign Policy

Bill Maher's show shifted focus from Oscars to pressing foreign policy issues and U.S.-Canada relations.
Guests expressed concerns over U.S. global influence amidst changing political dynamics.
Miscellaneous
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Americans Are Revealing How They Feel About The Current US Political State

Americans express deep concern and divided sentiments about the country's current political state.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 week ago
Washington DC

Kristi Noem Bag-Theft Mystery Endures, "Senate Twink" Plans Pigeon Sanctuary, and We've Got Tips for Doing Yoga in Museums - Washingtonian

The White House supports Defense Secretary Hegseth despite internal tensions and controversies regarding his leadership and reported dysfunction within the Pentagon.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US politics

Best of the Babylon Bee: Trump draws names of countries from hat to determine next tariff

Satirical commentary highlights current political and entertainment events, blending humor with critique.
The article features humorous takes on Biden, Trump, Disney, and SpaceX.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

S.N.L': Live From New York, It's More Military Secrets.

SNL humorously satirized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's accidental text revealing attack plans on Houthi fighters, framing it as a teenage group chat gone wrong.
more#politics
#late-night-comedy
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago
NYC music

Jimmy Kimmel Skewers Elon Musk's Plan to Get Out of DOGE'

Elon Musk is prioritizing his role at Tesla amidst declining profits, affecting consumer perception.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Television

Late Night Jokes Its Way From Canada to the Gulf of America'

Trump's proposed absurd renaming of places reflects on the ludicrous potential of his presidency.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago
NYC music

Jimmy Kimmel Skewers Elon Musk's Plan to Get Out of DOGE'

Elon Musk is prioritizing his role at Tesla amidst declining profits, affecting consumer perception.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Television

Late Night Jokes Its Way From Canada to the Gulf of America'

Trump's proposed absurd renaming of places reflects on the ludicrous potential of his presidency.
more#late-night-comedy
#news-quiz
US news
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Think You're Smarter Than a Slate Writer and Editor? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

Citigroup mistakenly credited a customer's account with $81 trillion, highlighting severe financial oversight.
Slate offers a weekly news quiz for readers to test their knowledge on various current events.
Games
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Think You're Smarter Than a Slate Staff Writer? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

The weekly quiz tests knowledge on various news topics, including the recent firing of Yosemite's locksmith.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
Arts

'Wait Wait' for March 1, 2025: With Not My Job guest Roy Wood, Jr.

The show uniquely blends humor, current events, and trivia in an engaging format.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Think You're Smarter Than a Slate Associate Editor? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

The Philippine government uses a comic book to assert territorial claims in the South China Sea.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
NYC parents

Think You're Smarter Than Mark Joseph Stern? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

Weekly news quiz challenges knowledge of current events.
Controversial incidents of child treatment prompt legal actions.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

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

Iowa lawmakers rejected a bill on shark petting while considering adding sharks to a list of dangerous animals.
US news
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Think You're Smarter Than a Slate Writer and Editor? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

Citigroup mistakenly credited a customer's account with $81 trillion, highlighting severe financial oversight.
Slate offers a weekly news quiz for readers to test their knowledge on various current events.
Games
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Think You're Smarter Than a Slate Staff Writer? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

The weekly quiz tests knowledge on various news topics, including the recent firing of Yosemite's locksmith.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
Arts

'Wait Wait' for March 1, 2025: With Not My Job guest Roy Wood, Jr.

The show uniquely blends humor, current events, and trivia in an engaging format.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Think You're Smarter Than a Slate Associate Editor? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

The Philippine government uses a comic book to assert territorial claims in the South China Sea.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
NYC parents

Think You're Smarter Than Mark Joseph Stern? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

Weekly news quiz challenges knowledge of current events.
Controversial incidents of child treatment prompt legal actions.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

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

Iowa lawmakers rejected a bill on shark petting while considering adding sharks to a list of dangerous animals.
more#news-quiz
fromDecider
1 week ago
Podcast

Why isn't 'The View' on today? When the show will be back with live episodes

The View is on a spring hiatus, airing re-runs instead of new episodes until April 18.
#political-campaigns
France politics
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Inside France: Why everything is now about 2027

France's 2027 presidential election race has begun with politicians actively positioning themselves.
Impractical campaign ideas are emerging as candidates vie for attention.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

The top 10 Bay Area stories of 2024 and what they mean for 2025

Kamala Harris's presidential run highlights the complexities and challenges of a rapid campaign in response to sudden political shifts.
France politics
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Inside France: Why everything is now about 2027

France's 2027 presidential election race has begun with politicians actively positioning themselves.
Impractical campaign ideas are emerging as candidates vie for attention.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

The top 10 Bay Area stories of 2024 and what they mean for 2025

Kamala Harris's presidential run highlights the complexities and challenges of a rapid campaign in response to sudden political shifts.
more#political-campaigns
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Biden Disbarment, TX May End ABA Oversight, Ethics Of Zealous Advocacy, $100M Judicial Election, 3 New EO Threats, Fed Misconduct Survey, Jobs, & More - Above the Law

The balance between zealous legal advocacy and ethical accountability is increasingly debated in legal practices.
#quiz
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago
US news

Think You're Smarter Than a Slate Staff Writer? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

Slate's weekly news quiz tests knowledge of current events across various topics.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
Games

Think You're Smarter Than Slate's Features Director? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

Test your knowledge of the week's news events with Slate's quiz.
Challenge yourself to beat a Slate staff member's score.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago
US news

Think You're Smarter Than a Slate Staff Writer? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

Slate's weekly news quiz tests knowledge of current events across various topics.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
Games

Think You're Smarter Than Slate's Features Director? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

Test your knowledge of the week's news events with Slate's quiz.
Challenge yourself to beat a Slate staff member's score.
more#quiz
#snl
US news
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

'Saturday Night Live' enters the Signal chat

SNL's latest episode humorously addresses the Signal scandal, portraying military leaks as shared mishaps in a group chat with high schoolers.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Chris Rock returns to host 'SNL' - jokes Joe Biden's middle finger 'still works' after Hunter pardon

Chris Rock humorously commented on current events while hosting SNL, particularly focusing on Biden's controversial pardon of his son.
US news
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

'Saturday Night Live' enters the Signal chat

SNL's latest episode humorously addresses the Signal scandal, portraying military leaks as shared mishaps in a group chat with high schoolers.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Chris Rock returns to host 'SNL' - jokes Joe Biden's middle finger 'still works' after Hunter pardon

Chris Rock humorously commented on current events while hosting SNL, particularly focusing on Biden's controversial pardon of his son.
more#snl
#political-commentary
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago
US politics

Barry Blitt's "Left to Their Own Devices"

The April 7, 2025, cover by Barry Blitt channels the haunting imagery of 'Dr. Strangelove' to reflect contemporary anxieties about the news.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Seth Meyers on drones: We're all losing our mind'

American media's focus has shifted to sensational topics like drone sightings despite pressing political and social issues.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago
US politics

Barry Blitt's "Left to Their Own Devices"

The April 7, 2025, cover by Barry Blitt channels the haunting imagery of 'Dr. Strangelove' to reflect contemporary anxieties about the news.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Seth Meyers on drones: We're all losing our mind'

American media's focus has shifted to sensational topics like drone sightings despite pressing political and social issues.
more#political-commentary
#journalism
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Beatrix Potter 50p coin being sold for 25,000 due to tiny error

Journalism is vital for informed public discourse during critical times, and donations enable reporting without paywalls.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Every country currently on the Foreign Office do not travel' list

The Independent covers critical stories including reproductive rights, climate change, and travel safety.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Beatrix Potter 50p coin being sold for 25,000 due to tiny error

Journalism is vital for informed public discourse during critical times, and donations enable reporting without paywalls.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Every country currently on the Foreign Office do not travel' list

The Independent covers critical stories including reproductive rights, climate change, and travel safety.
more#journalism
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
Podcast

'Wait Wait' for March 15, 2025: With Not My Job guest Amanda Seyfried

The show features humor and discussions ranging from breaking into the music industry to royal predictions.
US politics
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Bill Maher Debated Swing States and Sex Work

Bill Maher showcased the absurdity of political discussions while addressing serious issues, particularly through humor and candid exchanges with guests.
#social-commentary
NYC music
fromVulture
2 months ago

Will the Revolution Start at a Jesse Welles Concert?

Fans at the Bowery Ballroom balanced current events with music, finding joy in Jesse Welles' socially conscious performances amid a climate of stress.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US news

Best of the Babylon Bee: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. neutralizes the Kool-Aid Man and more hilarious headlines

Weekly humorous takes from The Babylon Bee provide comedic relief with political and cultural satire.
NYC music
fromVulture
2 months ago

Will the Revolution Start at a Jesse Welles Concert?

Fans at the Bowery Ballroom balanced current events with music, finding joy in Jesse Welles' socially conscious performances amid a climate of stress.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US news

Best of the Babylon Bee: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. neutralizes the Kool-Aid Man and more hilarious headlines

Weekly humorous takes from The Babylon Bee provide comedic relief with political and cultural satire.
more#social-commentary
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
English Premier League

Huge wins for Coventry and Portsmouth - weekly football quiz

Test your knowledge of recent football events with a quiz.
Sign up for notifications to receive the latest football quizzes easily.
US politics
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

What is a republic? And is ours all right? - Harvard Gazette

Enrollment in the Harvard course 'What is a Republic?' has surged, reflecting heightened interest in the concept of republican governance.
LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

Ann Rostow: Mudville at MSNBC - San Francisco Bay Times

The author reflects on their news consumption changes and questions the significance of Meghan Markle's brand evolution amid their personal media shift.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Zero Day is a political thriller without a political position or even point

The Netflix series 'Zero Day' struggles to create a coherent narrative while attempting to reflect current U.S. political dynamics.
#political-strategy
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US Elections

Nicolle Wallace Insists Trump Political Stunt' Has Completely Resuscitated' the Dem Party: They Were Flat-Lined'

Donald Trump's actions have inadvertently energized the Democratic Party, providing them a cause to rally against.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Nicolle Wallace Insists Trump Political Stunt' Has Completely Resuscitated' the Dem Party: They Were Flat-Lined'

Donald Trump's actions have inadvertently energized the Democratic Party, providing them a cause to rally against.
more#political-strategy
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

POP QUIZ PDX: Movies Made In Oregon, Creative Trump Expletives, and Who Would You Like to FIRE?

Trivia quiz focuses on local topics and current culture.
Participants test their knowledge on Hollywood sequels and political humor.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Someone Needs To Come Get These Junior Associates - Above the Law

Rookie lawyers showing resistance to assigned tasks may reflect a troubling trend in legal professionalism and workplace culture.
fromComputerworld
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

BBC: Chatbots distort the facts about news

Generative AI tools struggle with current events and factual accuracy, with over 51% incorrect responses in a recent BBC test.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Doomers' Review: Hunkered Down, Debating the Peril and Promise of A.I.

Dramatists are increasingly addressing current events like AI, as seen in Matthew Gasda's play 'Doomers'.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Berkeley is full of important stories. Share yours.

Berkeleyside invites residents to share personal stories reflecting life in Berkeley, enhancing understanding of local issues.
#wildfire
fromSacramento Bee
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 16

A new wildfire has started in Los Angeles County, but details on containment and cause remain undisclosed.
fromSacramento Bee
4 months ago
Los Angeles

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 10

A new wildfire is burning in Los Angeles County without determined containment or cause.
fromSacramento Bee
4 months ago
Los Angeles

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 15

A new wildfire has started in Los Angeles County, with unknown containment status and cause.
fromSacramento Bee
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 10

A wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County, now burning on private land with no information yet on its containment or cause.
fromSacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

Update: Madera Fire in Ventura County - Dec. 15 status

The Madera Fire began December 11 in Ventura County and is still active after four days, with no containment details available.
Los Angeles
fromSacramento Bee
3 months ago

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 16

A new wildfire has started in Los Angeles County, but details on containment and cause remain undisclosed.
fromSacramento Bee
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 10

A wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County, now burning on private land with no information yet on its containment or cause.
fromSacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

Update: Madera Fire in Ventura County - Dec. 15 status

The Madera Fire began December 11 in Ventura County and is still active after four days, with no containment details available.
more#wildfire
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Access Is Tight Around Kamala Harris's Los Angeles Home

Increased security at Brentwood due to proximity to wildfires and speculation surrounding Vice President Kamala Harris's home.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

The new Miss America prepared for the competition by studying a binder with 150 political and current event topics

Abbie Stockard's rigorous preparation on current events helped her win Miss America 2025, demonstrating the importance of knowledge in pageantry.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
US news

2024 in photos: NPR station photographers share memorable moments

NPR emphasizes the importance of photojournalism in documenting significant moments in society.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Information security

Executive security gets a closer look after UnitedHealthcare CEO's fatal shooting

Executive security spending has doubled from 2021 to 2023 due to rising threats after the shooting of UnitedHealthcare's CEO.
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago
Fashion & style

The Animals That Made It All Worth It

Amidst current events, many have turned to animal content on social media for comfort and distraction from human troubles.
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