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fromAxios
3 days ago
US politics

Some Republicans aren't backing down from Epstein transparency push

fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
US politics

You Will Never See a More Vivid Example of What Is Running Through Republicans' Heads Right Now Than This

fromAxios
3 days ago
US politics

Some Republicans aren't backing down from Epstein transparency push

US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

You Will Never See a More Vivid Example of What Is Running Through Republicans' Heads Right Now Than This

Joni Ernst's response during a town hall highlights the disconnect between elected officials and constituents over critical policy issues.
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Trump is caught in an Epstein web of his own making

Trump faces backlash amid calls from his followers for the release of investigation files on Jeffrey Epstein, highlighting his role in conspiracy culture.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Rayner warns Starmer UK faces another summer of riots if Labour fails to deliver

The UK government must address economic insecurity and public concerns to avoid unrest similar to last year's riots.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Police behaviour at protests not changed since Orgreave, say activists

Basically, they are there as agents of the state, and we end up seeing it time after time after time. And there will be further injustices perpetrated because the police do what they do.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Difficult' state of NHS maternity care is due to Tory inaction, inquiry head says

The previous government’s inaction on maternity care failures has led to rising reports of birth trauma and significant issues in England's wards.
Public health
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Letters: San Jose still isn't engaging on animal welfare at shelter

San Jose Animal Care Center fails to comply with guidelines and lacks community engagement despite audit recommendations.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Why is it so hard for the authorities to win public trust? Maybe because they keep lying to us | Gaby Hinsliff

The Afghan superinjunction serves as a focal point for conspiracy theorists, suggesting deep state deception and incompetence within the British government.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Spies and SAS personnel among 100-plus Britons included in Afghan data leak

A significant data leak occurred involving personal details of spies, soldiers, and Afghan applicants for relocation due to a departmental error.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

What do the Afghan leaks tell us about state secrecy in Britain? We're entering a dangerous era | Theo Burges

Lifting of a superinjunction reveals national security used to cover a political scandal affecting Afghans linked to the UK.
#reproductive-rights
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 week ago

Trump administration pulls $4 billion from California's high-speed rail

I have officially freed you from funding California's disastrously overpriced, HIGH SPEED TRAIN TO NOWHERE. This boondoggle has cost Taxpayers Hundreds of Billions of Dollars.
US politics
#data-breach
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

'No, it wasn't me' - Patrick O'Donovan denies leaking 'garbage' claims that An Post is on 'brink of financial collapse'

An Post's CEO vehemently criticized a newspaper report about the company's dire financial situation as inaccurate and irresponsible.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

We failed those who protected us': Readers react to UK's Afghan data breach

A significant data breach at the Ministry of Defence compromised sensitive information about Afghan refugees, shrouded in a two-year cover-up.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Prevent scheme missed chances with Amess and Southport killers, report says

The report found that Prevent suffered from a long string of failings while trying to deradicalise the man who later assassinated Sir David Amess. Much blame is attributed to poor judgment and lack of communication regarding the assessment and mentoring process.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Serious questions to answer' over Afghan data breach, says Keir Starmer

Conservative ministers must answer questions about a secret scheme to resettle Afghan nationals after a significant data breach.
#cuba
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Coalition anger as half of reforms at RTE are 'delayed'

Government officials express frustration over the slow progress and lack of details regarding changes at RTÉ, emphasizing that other organizations would face harsher criticism for such delays.
Miscellaneous
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Ex-Tory minister says Afghan resettlement scheme was most hapless display of ineptitude' he saw in government live

UK inflation rose unexpectedly to 3.6% in June, driven primarily by fuel and food prices.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

John Healey and MPs bask in nauseating non-mea culpas over secret Afghan relocation scheme | John Crace

Government negligence endangered thousands of Afghans and culminated in a significant data leak amid a cover-up.
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Will the Government Ever Do Right by Mahmoud Khalil?

Mahmoud Khalil is suing the Trump administration for his kidnapping and wrongful arrest, seeking accountability for the government's abuses under the Federal Tort Claims Act.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Letters: Invented emergencies shroud Supreme Court in secrecy

Whether we agree or disagree with the Supreme Court's most recent emergency rulings, we're all victims of a supreme injustice when the issues being decided don't comply with Supreme Court requirements for emergencies.
US politics
#grenfell-tower
#fema
#corruption
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Infected blood victims not listened to' by ministers, says UK inquiry chair

Victims of the infected blood scandal are urging for a fairer and faster compensation system.
US politics
fromwww.thelocal.es
3 weeks ago

Spain's PM won't quit over scandals and confirms plan to tackle corruption

Sanchez presents an OECD-designed anti-corruption plan amid a scandal involving former allies.
#kenya
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

CNN Reporter Snapped At By Testy Officials At Texas Flood Disaster Press Conference

The Texas flood disaster has resulted in 108 fatalities, raising concerns over emergency response protocols and communication.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Poor MoD decisions resulted in Afghan commandos being wrongly abandoned, judge finds

Defective decision-making led to Afghan commandos being wrongly rejected for sanctuary after the Taliban takeover.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Did National Weather Service cuts lead to the Texas flood disaster? We don't know | Rebecca Solnit

Blame for the Independence Day floods in Texas may stem from political agendas regarding the National Weather Service's staffing shortages.
fromThe Local France
3 weeks ago

French court dismisses government Covid response probe

The investigating committee of the Court of Justice of the Republic has decided to dismiss the case, prosecutor general Remy Heitz said on Monday, without offering details.
France politics
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

It is not right': Lords urge government to end no-hope' indefinite jail terms

The government has been urged to resentence prisoners serving indefinite jail terms who cannot gain any hope of release.
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago

'What are they hiding?' Florida lawmakers shut out of Alligator Alcatraz

The state's shifting justification for not letting them in - first a flat denial, then vague 'safety concerns' - only fueled suspicions.
US politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Kuenssberg: Starmer's first year ends in shambles, but could he still turn it around?

"What genius!" they mocked. They predicted drama, although not a disaster like this. The gory consequences of the decision to try and change the law on welfare this week are there for all to see.
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

The Irish Independent's View: Housing reforms are a good start, but trust has to be rebuilt

Ending magical thinking in housing policy could address longstanding issues.
fromFingerlakes1.com
4 weeks ago

Medicaid fraud crackdown in New York: $13M recovered so far | Fingerlakes1.com

New York State has announced a major statewide crackdown on Medicaid transportation fraud, recovering over $13 million from 25 companies accused of defrauding the Medicaid system.
US politics
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Palestine Action spraying paint is not terrorism. As ministers abuse their powers, I feel a duty to speak out | Juliet Stevenson

Government inaction persists despite widespread public appeals for humanitarian intervention in Gaza.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Why did India lose jets to Pakistani fire in May fight?

Government constraints on military response during conflict led to significant losses of aircraft, igniting political controversy.
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 month ago

Serbian Protesters Set Up Barricades, Demand Release Of Detained Demonstrators

Thousands of anti-government protesters in Serbia demand the release of detained demonstrators and criticize President Vucic's government for its actions.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Serbia: Police clash with anti-government demonstrators DW 06/28/2025

Student-led protests in Belgrade demand early elections and challenge President Vucic's rule amidst ongoing anti-government demonstrations.
SF politics
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
1 month ago

Federal Workers Are Organizing for Democracy-from the Inside Out - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

In 2025, federal workers lead the Federal Unionists Network to combat governmental dismantling and advocate for a strong, accountable public service.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Ontario environment minister said 'we are on track' to meet 2030 climate targets. Internal docs disagree | CBC News

Ontario is projected to miss its climate change target for greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, raising concerns about policy effectiveness.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Government feared 'harassing' Post Office victims over claims

Government efforts to compensate victims of the Post Office scandal deemed insufficient, leaving many victims without fair compensation.
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

June 14 March

The Nation emphasizes the importance of independent journalism in holding power accountable.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Reviews show Tories wasted billions of pounds on HS2, transport secretary to say

The previous Conservative government's mismanagement of HS2 has led to excessive costs and wasted taxpayer money, as identified in recent reviews.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Watch: Sen. Padilla gets emotional in comments to Senate about forced removal from Noem's event

Sen. Alex Padilla emphasizes the need for peaceful protest against the Trump administration in response to his recent arrest at a press event.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Rachel Reeves defends Starmer's delay in launching grooming gangs inquiry

Rachel Reeves emphasized that Keir Starmer's new inquiry on child sexual exploitation is a genuine step towards prioritizing victims, moving beyond past hesitations for broader investigation.
UK politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

IRS isn't checking the performance of its identity proofing vendor

The IRS is relying on ID.me's own assessments of its solutions' performance, compromising independent verification of the identity proofing it requires for online applications.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Handcuffing a U.S. Senator Is a Warning

The concept of 'competitive authoritarianism' is increasingly relevant in light of recent governmental conduct, particularly the treatment of Senator Alex Padilla.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

After Getting Shoved to Ground and Handcuffed by Feds, Senator Alex Padilla Goes on Media Blitz

Padilla explained he was in a conference room awaiting a briefing when he asked to attend the press conference and was quickly overwhelmed by agents.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Chair of L.A. County sheriff oversight commission says he is being forced out

I expected as a matter of courtesy that you would want to speak with me and hear me out.
Los Angeles
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Pete Hegseth Can't Name Constitutional Provision Empowering Trump to Send Marines to LA During Senate Grilling

Baldwin pressed Hegseth for specific legal authority related to deploying Marines, emphasizing the need for constitutional justification for using federal troops in California.
US politics
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Government 'smashing the law' over failure to provide assessment of needs to kids within six-month window, teen campaigner Cara Darmody says

Let's cut straight to the chase - I'm here today to call out the blatant Assessments of Needs law-breaking by the Taoiseach and the Government.
UK politics
UK news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Up to 13,000 retired civil servants and ministers checked for 'serious' incorrect pension payments as one owes 280,000

NSSO to address pension errors impacting public officials, with liabilities from hundreds to €280,000.
Scoping exercise underway to identify extent of pension miscalculations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Miliband says funding plan means Sizewell C will happen as Green party criticises spending UK politics live

We're not going to apologise for the actions we took to stabilise the economy. That's what happened last year. The chancellor came into office, saw a massive black hole in the nation's finances.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

MPs ask minister if he will claw back Thames Water executive bonuses

Thames Water executives received questionable bonuses despite financial turmoil, prompting calls for accountability and recovery of funds.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Italy cuts ties with Israeli spyware firm Paragon amid surveillance scandal

Italy's decision to sever ties with Paragon spyware reflects concerns over the misuse of surveillance technology against critics and public dissent, highlighting political accountability.
Privacy professionals
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Astounding' negligence revealed: governments turn blind eye to staggering prison death toll

57 inmates died from hanging using known ligature points in prisons, underscoring systemic governmental failure.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

NYC Congress members fume after being denied access to ICE detainment centers in Lower Manhattan: This is not Russia' | amNewYork

Congressmembers Velazquez and Espaillat were denied access to an immigrant detention center in NYC, raising concerns about oversight and transparency.
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: San Mateo County's return to death penalty is wrong

The return of the death penalty is widely opposed and viewed as a major failure.
Performance-based pay for politicians can enhance accountability for elected officials.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'Horrific... absolutely unacceptable' - Taoiseach on nursing home revelations, but says HIQA is still fit for purpose

Micheál Martin defends HIQA despite shocking findings about privately-run nursing homes' care for the elderly.
Law
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Trump's Budget Bill Would Gut the Judiciary's Power to Enforce Court Orders

The proposed legislative provision threatens the enforcement power of federal judges against government officials who disobey court orders.
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Elon Musk Melts Down, Claims Trump Is In The "Epstein Files" and That's the Reason They Haven't Been Released

Elon Musk claims Donald Trump has a closer connection to Jeffrey Epstein than previously known, hinting at potential revelations.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

New Zealand PM mulls privacy laws after aide secretly recorded sex workers'

Proposals for new privacy laws in New Zealand may arise after allegations of unauthorized recordings by a government aide.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

The Irish Independent's View: Revelation of emergency housing costs delivers another crushing blow to Government's credibility

The government's approach to the housing crisis is failing, leading to excessive taxpayer costs and a record number of families in emergency accommodation.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Opinion: Under Trump, are we entering the cruelest era in American history?

Government policies have led to unprecedented suffering, marked by a normalization of cruelty under recent administrations.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Hearing scheduled to begin process of removing San Mateo Co. Sheriff Christina Corpus

The San Mateo Board of Supervisors is starting the process to remove Sheriff Christina Corpus due to serious misconduct allegations.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Will Starmer's defence review actually solve any problems?

The government's long-awaited strategic defence review (SDR) is finally set to be published on Monday, promising an in-depth look at the true state of Britain’s armed forces.
UK politics
#homelessness
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago
San Francisco

Taves: No one's in charge. Newsom must fill California's homelessness leadership vacuum

California's homeless issue suffers from divided responsibility between local and state authorities.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
San Francisco

Taves: No one's in charge. Newsom must fill California's homelessness leadership vacuum

California struggles with defining responsibility for addressing homelessness amid widespread public support for action.
San Francisco
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Taves: No one's in charge. Newsom must fill California's homelessness leadership vacuum

California's homeless issue suffers from divided responsibility between local and state authorities.
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Taves: No one's in charge. Newsom must fill California's homelessness leadership vacuum

California struggles with defining responsibility for addressing homelessness amid widespread public support for action.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

White House acknowledges problems in RFK Jr.'s 'Make America Healthy Again' report

Kennedy's "Make America Healthy Again" report claims to reveal alarming truths about U.S. health, yet it suffers from cited studies that do not exist, prompting a White House revision.
US news
NYC politics
fromNews 12 - Default
2 months ago

Brad Lander vows to make NYC safer, more affordable and better run

Brad Lander emphasizes strong leadership, aiming to improve NYC's safety, affordability, and governance through his extensive experience and strategic plans.
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

Proposal to limit courts' contempt power, part of spending bill, is 'terrible idea,' Chemerinsky says

The provision in the House's budget bill would limit federal courts' ability to hold government officials in contempt, and is described as a ‘terrible idea’ by Chemerinsky.
Law
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Another Premier, Another Power Grab | The Walrus

Nova Scotians rallied against new legislation perceived as undemocratic and lacking public consultation.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Wyden: AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon weren't notifying senators of surveillance requests | TechCrunch

AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon failed to notify Senators about government surveillance requests, contradicting contractual obligations.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Biden officials knew about, downplayed risks from COVID-19 vaccines, Senate report claims

Health officials delayed public warnings about myocarditis risks from mRNA vaccines for months, risking young people's health.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Supervisor asks to speed up sheriff's removal

San Mateo County Supervisor Ray Mueller advocates for the removal process of Sheriff Christina Corpus following voter approval of Measure A.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Record number of water sector criminal investigations launched as sewage issues rise

The UK government is intensifying investigations into environmental breaches by water companies amid growing public concern.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Kristi Noem Is Dangerously Ignorant

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem displayed a surprising lack of knowledge about habeas corpus during a Senate hearing.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Victim forced to live minutes from her attacker after government failing

Victim forced to live near her attacker despite government assurances.
Inadequate exclusion zone fails to prevent contact between perpetrator and victim.
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