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4 days ago
US news

This was the week that comedy pushed back

Comedy is pushing back strongly against censorship and political influence.
fromwww.esquire.com
3 weeks ago
Humor

5 Best Stand-Up Comedy Specials of 2025 (So Far)

Comedians are shifting focus from political commentary to personal experiences in today's chaotic world.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
4 days ago

photographers anna fox and karen knorr exhibit 'slice of american life' in arles, france

The photographs in U.S. Route 1 resist nostalgia, focusing instead on the contradictions and tensions of contemporary American life during a politically fractured era.
Photography
#hunter-biden
fromKOMO
5 days ago

Zohran Mamdani 'unabashedly' supportive of 'Palestinian liberation' in 2021 interview

Support for Palestinian liberation is crucial, with emphasis on criticizing alleged apartheid in Israel and connecting local struggles to foreign policy.
#fox-news
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
US politics

It Sounds Homosexual': Jesse Watters Objects When Co-Host Accuses Him of Being Wildly Attracted' to Democratic Governor

fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
US politics

It Sounds Homosexual': Jesse Watters Objects When Co-Host Accuses Him of Being Wildly Attracted' to Democratic Governor

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Fox's Andy McCarthy Calls Special Counsel Probe Into Obama a Waste of Time,' Says Ex-Prez Has Immunity

Any investigation into President Obama would be pointless due to presidential immunity.
#donald-trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
US politics

Trump Demands Reporters Stop Talking About Him And Epstein In New White House Scrum Claims I Have Nothing To Do With The Guy!'

fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago
US politics

There's Hell to Pay': Karl Rove Savages Trump Over Epstein, Obama, and Jan. 6 Conspiracy Theories in Scathing WSJ Column

fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
US politics

Trump Demands Reporters Stop Talking About Him And Epstein In New White House Scrum Claims I Have Nothing To Do With The Guy!'

fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago
US politics

There's Hell to Pay': Karl Rove Savages Trump Over Epstein, Obama, and Jan. 6 Conspiracy Theories in Scathing WSJ Column

#immigration
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Daily Show Reminds Scott Jennings He Used To Trash Trump

Jordan Klepper highlighted Scott Jennings' previous criticisms of Donald Trump, showcasing a clear shift in Jennings' stance over time.
SF music
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

25 years ago, a Bay Area rap crew saw the future. Now everyone's singing along.

Mega-corporations control the future, extracting resources and suppressing dissent while a rebel rapper fights against oppressive regimes.
#journalism
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

James Carville Calls Out Fox News on the Network Over Scant Epstein Coverage: Everybody in the World Is Talking About Epstein'

Fox News has mentioned Epstein far less than other cable news networks this week, focusing more airtime on MAGA allegations against Obama and the 2016 election.
US politics
Television
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

White House blasts South Park' for disparaging Trump's manhood

South Park's 27th season premiere mocks President Trump by suggesting he has a small penis and critiques various controversies surrounding him.
#satire
#tulsi-gabbard
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Why Colbert's cancellation is lighting a fire under every late-night host

CBS's cancellation of The Late Show With Stephen Colbert places the network under scrutiny and strengthens solidarity among late-night hosts.
#trump
fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago
US politics

THE TRASH REPORT: Alligator Alcatraz Was a Good Idea for a Dumb Movie (But a Bad Idea for Reality), and Other Truths

fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago
US politics

THE TRASH REPORT: Alligator Alcatraz Was a Good Idea for a Dumb Movie (But a Bad Idea for Reality), and Other Truths

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Dave Portnoy Leaks His Texts With Andrew Schulz After Comedian Blasts His Criticism of Zohran Mamdani

Dave Portnoy posted texts with Andrew Schulz after Schulz criticized him for his stance on New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.
fromtime.com
1 week ago

A Joe Rogan-Blessed Democrat? James Talarico Draws Eyes of a Party Desperate For New Leaders

James Talarico, a Texas state representative, is gaining national attention for his progressive views and potential candidacy against Sen. John Cornyn.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

The metamorphosis of Sequoia's Shaun Maguire: 'Never back down.'

Maguire's comments were not unusual for him; he shifted from a moderate to a MAGA convert and outspoken right-wing commentator, stirring controversy in tech.
US politics
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Enter Nige's fantasy UK, where crims operate with impunity and only the lucky get out alive | John Crace

London faces a crisis of crime and distrust, with citizens feeling betrayed and unsafe in their own city.
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

THE TRASH REPORT: Kiss Cams at the Coldplay Show, and Other Chaotic Choices

The recent incident at a Coldplay concert involving a tech CEO and his HR head being spotted on the Kiss Cam has sparked numerous conspiracy theories about the camera operator's intentions, questioning the spontaneity of the moment. Comedy ensued as the unlikely couple's affectionate display raised eyebrows, especially given the typical demographics of the concertgoers. It speaks to a broader narrative of celebrity and how personal moments are showcased in public venues, igniting conversations about privacy in the entertainment world.
US politics
#new-york-city
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
US politics

Sean Hannity Warns There Will Be a 'Mass Exodus' Out of New York If Mamdani Is Elected Mayor-as He Urges Others To Move to 'Free State of Florida'

fromFox News
1 week ago
New York City

Trump Jr. rips 'communist' Mamdani with dire prediction about NYC if he wins mayoral race

fromSFGATE
1 week ago
US politics

Sean Hannity Warns There Will Be a 'Mass Exodus' Out of New York If Mamdani Is Elected Mayor-as He Urges Others To Move to 'Free State of Florida'

fromFox News
1 week ago
New York City

Trump Jr. rips 'communist' Mamdani with dire prediction about NYC if he wins mayoral race

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Tucker Carlson Denies Trump Claim That He Called the President to Apologize

Trump claimed that Tucker Carlson called him to apologize for his criticisms, stating, 'He called and apologized the other day because he thought he said things that were a little bit too strong.'
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

What the culture war over Superman gets wrong | Noel Ransome

Superman represents American identity, highlighting themes of immigration and kindness amid contemporary cultural debates.
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Carl Hiaasen Explains the Florida Mediocrity Problem

Florida's political culture, represented by figures like Matt Gaetz, is influencing the entire country.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Letters: Ranked choice leaves votes on the table

Ranked choice voting is confusing for many voters, leading to concerns over miscounted or uncounted votes, which ultimately diminishes voter confidence.
US politics
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Sheena McGinley: What's happening to US chat show hosts like Stephen Colbert suits Donald Trump down to the ground

Late-night talk shows have served as a source of comfort and connection during difficult times.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Fired ABC News Reporter Terry Moran Takes Victory Lap Over Viral Clip of Trump Deputy Stephen Miller Defending Torture

Terry Moran faced suspension and non-renewal of his contract with ABC News over a tweet that labeled Stephen Miller a "world-class hater". The network cited this as a violation of company policy.
US politics
#joe-rogan
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Man Pardoned by Trump Concerned About President: He's Wearing Makeup on His Hands So Things Are Just Getting Weird'

Owen Shroyer expressed concern over Trump's health and indicated that Trump is distancing himself from longstanding supporters.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Alex Jones Says Trump Is Destroying MAGA in Real Time' Because He's Implicated' in Epstein Files

Jones stated that he doesn't apologize for supporting Trump, emphasizing that Trump's previous actions were good but now perceive a shift into more negative territory.
US politics
US politics
fromJezebel
2 weeks ago

Trump Loses It on MAGA 'Weaklings,' Calls Epstein Files 'Bullshit'

MAGA supporters are persistently discussing the Epstein Files despite Trump's DOJ declaring there's nothing significant left to uncover.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Ben Shapiro Goes OFF on Tucker Carlson for Bashing Trump and America

Tucker Carlson was criticized by Ben Shapiro for making accusations against Trump without direct confrontation.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

CNN's Lulu Garcia-Navarro Rips 'Scoldy' Out of Touch Obama

In his comments at a New Jersey fundraiser, the former president told Democrats they need less whining and navel gazing. He is very scoldy these days, and he talked a lot about how people are not stepping up and doing their part.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Does Kash Patel deserve to run the FBI? Of course he does and I'll take a lie detector test to prove it | Arwa Mahdawi

Kash Patel, author of a children's trilogy, also serves as director of the FBI, prioritizing loyalty to Trump over experience.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Rosie O'Donnell: I'm everything King Joffrey' Donald Trump fears

O'Donnell is proud to oppose Trump and believes he is unsettled by her presence.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Is Pilates political?

Pilates and notions of femininity are connected to contemporary authoritarianism in America, reflecting cultural and political biases.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Superman is super woke? How politics play into the new man of steel

Superman is characterized as an immigrant, reflecting an American identity, prompting controversy among critics.
NYC politics
fromNews 12 - Default
2 weeks ago

NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani discusses his rise, his critics and what comes next in exclusive interview

Zohran Mamdani achieved a historic victory as New York City's Democratic mayoral nominee.
London music
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago

Tom Morello Says Kneecap Are "the Rage Against the Machine of Now"

Tom Morello describes Kneecap as the contemporary embodiment of Rage Against the Machine's spirit.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Elias: Bay Area's Garamendi saying insurance czar should go' unheard of

U.S. Rep. John Garamendi has publicly criticized fellow Democrat Ricardo Lara's performance as California's insurance commissioner.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Iconic Silicon Valley VC firm urged to fire partner over racist' social media post about Muslim politician Mamdani

Shaun Maguire, a partner at Sequoia Capital, suggested that New York legislator Zohran Mamdani's culture is based on deceit and promotes lying to advance an Islamist agenda.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Andrew Schulz GOES OFF on Trump for Empty Campaign Promises

Andrew Schulz is disappointed with Trump, stating he is doing the opposite of what Schulz voted for.
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

It's not just Shaun Maguire. Venture capital has entered a new extreme of the 'fame game'

Tech venture capitalists like Shaun Maguire increasingly face no consequences for incendiary political comments, intensifying polarization in both sectors.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Man Sentenced to Prison for Hillary Clinton Meme Has Conviction Overturned in Court of Appeals

The court ruled that the mere fact that Mackey posted memes, even with intent to injure others' voting rights, is not enough to prove a violation of Section 241.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

CNN Star Calls Out Her Own Network For Paying Scott Jennings to Say Terrible Things' Savages Colleague On Podcast

Kara Swisher criticized CNN for allowing Scott Jennings to make controversial statements that she finds unacceptable.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell Rages at Stupidest' White House Press Corps in American History'

O'Donnell accused journalists of becoming accessories to Trump's administration, failing to hold him accountable for dodging critical questions regarding issues like Ukraine military aid.
US politics
#trump-administration
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Houston Reverend Condemns Girlfriend's Viral White-Only' Rant About Deadly Camp Mystic Flood

Rev. Colin Bossen disavows comments made by Sade Perkins about the deadly Texas flood.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Jon Stewart Obliterates GOP's Big Beautiful Bill Flip-Flop and Dems' Fecklessness': Washington Bullsh*ttery!'

Jon Stewart sharply criticized the Republican tax bill for benefiting the wealthy while cutting vital social services and increasing the deficit.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

At least 1,060 Iranians killed during 12-day war with Israel, regime says Middle East crisis live

Israeli strike hits school sheltering displaced Palestinians in the Al-Bureij camp, Gaza.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

LEAVE BOLSONARO ALONE!' Trump Demands Charges Be Dropped Against Another Friendly World Leader

Trump characterized the charges against Bolsonaro as a politically motivated 'WITCH HUNT' and called for Brazil's Supreme Court to stop their actions against him.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

2,000 Days of Death!' Larry Summers Rips Trump Signing Big Beautiful Bill as July 4 Deadly and Shameful Act'

Larry Summers stated that the current bill represents the biggest cut in the American safety net in history, which the Yale Budget Lab estimates will lead to 100,000 deaths over the next decade.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Joy Reid: Trump Intends to Stay in Power for Life

Joy Reid believes we will not have free and fair elections in 2026 and that Donald Trump intends to maintain power indefinitely.
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Letters: Without spending cuts, Berkeley only delays the pain

Berkeley faces significant budget issues due to high spending, unfunded liabilities, and deteriorating infrastructure that require immediate cuts to avoid bankruptcy.
Television
fromVulture
5 months ago

4 New Comedy Specials You Should Definitely Watch (When You Have a Moment)

A stand-up special gold rush is underway, driven by more platforms, cheaper production, and easier promotion.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Candace Owens Reveals Trump Personally Asked Her to Drop Conspiracy Theory That Macron's Wife Was Born a Man

Owens described the surreal moment she received a call from Trump while in her makeup chair, addressing her conspiracy theory about Brigitte Macron.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Laura Ingraham Brings Out Survivor of Mao's Revolution' To Talk Zohran Mamdani's Platform

Warning against the potential rise of communism in America through local political candidates.
US politics
fromThe Daily Beast
1 month ago

Fox Host Questions Faith of Any Jews Supporting Zohran Mamdani

Harris Faulkner questioned the commitment to Judaism of Jewish lawmakers supporting a pro-Palestinian mayoral candidate.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Andy Burnham urges MPs to vote against Labour's welfare reforms

The Independent emphasizes the need for unbiased journalism funded by donations to maintain accessibility for all readers.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

A Clear Formula Is Emerging to Rehabilitate Certain Men of #MeToo

Halperin's return to TV was shocking, particularly given his history of numerous accusations of sexual misconduct that surfaced during the #MeToo movement.
US politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Labour could find the money it wants without raising taxes. This is austerity by amnesia | Randeep Ramesh

The government’s economic campaign resembles outdated ideas, failing to address the current global economic context.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Harvey Milk is an icon. Pete Hegseth is an idiot

Pete Hegseth's actions reveal his inauthenticity, contrasting sharply with true courage exemplified by Harvey Milk.
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