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fromABC News
2 weeks ago
US politics

Trump, facing MAGA uproar over Epstein files, tries to shift blame elsewhere

Trump claims the Epstein documents have been manipulated by Democrats to undermine him.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump fires National Portrait Gallery director in latest conflict with arts

Trump dismissed Sajet, the first female director of the National Portrait Gallery, over perceived partisanship and diversity initiatives.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump fires National Portrait Gallery director in latest conflict with arts

Trump dismissed Sajet, the first female director of the National Portrait Gallery, over perceived partisanship and diversity initiatives.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Texas AG Ken Paxton under scrutiny for potential mortgage fraud

Lying on mortgage documents or claiming multiple homestead tax breaks is illegal, and violating loan terms can lead lenders to demand full repayment.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

RFK Jr. Accuses Israeli Holocaust Professor of Blood Libel' for Concluding Israel Is Committing Genocide in Gaza

Omer Bartov argues Israel is committing genocide against Palestinians based on systematic destruction and mass civilian deaths.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

France's first couple sue Candace Owens for defamation over claims that Brigitte Macron is a man

Candace Owens faces a defamation suit from the Macron couple over claims regarding Brigitte Macron's gender identity.
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Fact check: Why does Donald Trump keep sharing AI fakes? DW 07/24/2025

Trump shared an AI-generated video of Obama's arrest on Truth Social, raising ethical concerns around misinformation.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

MAGA Doesn't Care About Sex Abuse

Conservative narratives surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's crimes shifted, especially concerning Trump's alleged associations and public reaction.
#trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
US politics

Stephen A. Smith Hits Petty' Trump for Pushing Washington Redskins Name Change: He's Trying to Distract' from Epstein

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
US politics

Stephen A. Smith Hits Petty' Trump for Pushing Washington Redskins Name Change: He's Trying to Distract' from Epstein

fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Tony Blair urged to repay 10,000 for discounts on designer clothes

Tony Blair was advised to repay significant designer clothing discounts amidst concerns over preferential treatment.
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Republicans Are Trying to Turn Biden's Autopen Use Into a Huge Scandal. Here's the Truth.

The new information about Biden's pardons raises questions about their validity and shows that the process was often irregular, hurried, and poorly executed.
US politics
#zohran-mamdani
fromFox News
1 week ago
US politics

NYC democratic socialist Mamdani to meet top Democrat with endorsement decision on the line

fromFox News
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

Adams, Cuomo push probe into Mamdani's college race claim; Sliwa slams it as distraction

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

Zohran Mamdani's 'chilling' call for 'seizing the means of production' draws outrage from communist refugees: 'Dangerous and scary'

fromFox News
1 week ago
US politics

NYC democratic socialist Mamdani to meet top Democrat with endorsement decision on the line

fromFox News
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

Adams, Cuomo push probe into Mamdani's college race claim; Sliwa slams it as distraction

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

Zohran Mamdani's 'chilling' call for 'seizing the means of production' draws outrage from communist refugees: 'Dangerous and scary'

#diane-abbott
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

There's no AI staff replacement at Eir, says chief tech officer, and no copper switch-off until after 2030

Fergal McCann has a glass box representing a significant moment in Ireland's mobile tech history.
London music
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

French town withdraws festival funding over Kneecap appearance

Saint-Cloud withdraws €40,000 subsidy for Rock En Seine festival due to controversy surrounding Kneecap's performance and accusations of political and violent statements.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

An insult': Malaysians slam nomination of alpha-male' Nick Adams as US ambassador

Adams' nomination as US ambassador to Malaysia, criticized as an insult, has former ministers urging the government to reject his posting due to his controversial opinions.
US politics
#trump-administration
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Storied Bay Area venture firm stays completely silent on partner's controversy

Shaun Maguire's controversial remarks on social media have sparked backlash and concerns about Sequoia Capital's future and its political neutrality.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Texas Doctor Begs for Forgiveness After Viral Anti-MAGA Texas Flood Rant: Deeply Sorry'

Dr. Christina Propst apologized after losing her job due to an inflammatory social media post related to a flood disaster in Kerr County, Texas.
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

The Race-Science Blogger Cited By The New York Times

Jordan Lasker is known for promoting race science and linking IQ differences to biology.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Palestinian family ask UK court to force officials to help them leave Gaza

The family, who have been granted anonymity, are a father, mother and four children. A brother of one parent is a British citizen in the UK.
UK politics
fromThe New York Sun
3 weeks ago

New York City Mayor Adams Attacks Mamdani Over Race, Anti-Semitism Claims

Adams accuses Mamdani of possible anti-Semitism and calls for an apology regarding his past comments and actions.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Peruvian President With Approval Rating Close to Zero' Just Decided to Double Her Own Salary

Dina Boluarte's decision to increase her salary to $10,000 per month comes at a time when her approval rating has plummeted to a staggering 2%, worsening public disapproval.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Barabak: State Democrats' attempts to silence GOP lawmaker reveal their arrogance

Carl DeMaio, a controversial openly gay Republican, criticized the Assembly's Pride month resolution for political overreach and was interrupted during his remarks.
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem mulls probe of socialist mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani as 'danger' to NYC

Kristi Noem is considering investigating Zohran Mamdani as a potential danger to New York City based on his political positions.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

Can Trump strip Musk and Mamdani of their US citizenship?

Trump threatened to revoke the citizenship of Zohran Mamdani and Elon Musk, both naturalized citizens, amid various controversies.
fromMother Jones
2 weeks ago

It never stopped being birtherism

Andy Ogles is a second-term Republican congressman from Middle Tennessee, whose biography includes questionable claims such as a fictional doughnut shop and dubious Russian skills.
US politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

GOP raises threat to deport Mamdani

The Trump administration may revoke Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani's citizenship based on allegations of false statements during naturalization.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

What to know about the Bob Vylan controversy at Glastonbury

A punk duo faces investigation and a U.S. ban after leading anti-Israeli chants during a live BBC Glastonbury performance.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

State Department Cancels Visas for Band That Led Death to IDF' Chant at Music Festival

The State Department revoked Bob Vylan's visas after they led a crowd in anti-IDF chants at Glastonbury.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany debates populist stance of deputy head of state DW 06/30/2025

Julia Klockner's presidency has sparked significant controversy through her refusal to support LGBTQ+ symbols and strict clothing rule enforcement.
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.
#kneecap
Canada news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Tensions rise in City Council after call for investigation into misconduct is blocked

Council President Ruthzee Louijeune faces accusations of selectively applying rules in handling a misconduct investigation.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany defends end to funding Mediterranean migrant rescues DW 06/26/2025

Wadephul described the decision to stop funding as the right choice, asserting Germany's commitment to humanity while stating that sea rescue financing wasn't the foreign office's responsibility.
Germany news
#immigration
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Norwegian Tourist Claims U.S. Denied Him Entry Over a J.D. Vance Meme. Authorities Said It Was His Drug Use

Mads Mikkelsen faced denial of U.S. entry over a meme and personal marijuana use, sparking debate over free speech rights and immigration enforcement.
Coronavirus
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

RFK Jr.'s picks for CDC vaccine advisers meet this week amid controversy

ACIP's upcoming meeting is under scrutiny due to recent political changes and concerns about its new members.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US to give $30m to Gaza Humanitarian Foundation despite violent and chaotic rollout of food distribution

The US has authorized a $30 million grant to the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, raising concerns about politicization in aid distribution.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Laura Loomer Launches Shocking Attack On Iranian-American Congresswoman: No Such Thing as Hate Speech, Muslima'

If you are a Christian or a Jew and you live in a city with a large Muslim population, you need to be armed. Loomer's comments reflected widespread concern among many in the GOP and across the political spectrum that Iran may have placed sleeper cells of terrorists in the U.S.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Rubio Spokesperson Says US Is "Greatest Country on Earth Next to Israel"

In the greatest country on Earth, next to Israel, it's an honor to be able to make a difference, said Bruce, sparking controversy over U.S.-Israel relations.
US news
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

JD Vance Jose' Remark Offensive To Latinos And To The Vice Presidency

Vice President JD Vance's misnaming of Senator Alex Padilla as "Jose" sparked criticism, being labeled as politically insensitive and racially charged.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Kneecap Glastonbury slot 'not appropriate', says Keir Starmer

Kneecap's Glastonbury performance is deemed inappropriate by PM Starmer following recent legal issues linked to the group's political expressions.
fromDefector
1 month ago

FIFA Says Yes To Racism

The Club World Cup has been marked by uninspiring matches and low attendance, overshadowed by political protests and controversies surrounding the current US administration.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Mike Lee Deletes Controversial Posts About Minnesota Democrat Shootings, Amid GOP Senator's Criticism

Senator Mike Lee faced backlash after he made light of a tragic shooting targeting Minnesota lawmakers, leading to deleted posts of controversial comments.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Day Around the Bay: Pride Banner Vandalized at East Bay Church

A church in Pleasant Hill displayed a rainbow Pride banner saying 'All are Welcome,' which was vandalized, highlighting the ongoing issues of intolerance.
East Bay food
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Kaia Gerber, Cindy Crawford party with Ivanka Trump amid dad's L.A. crackdown

Kaia Gerber attended an A-list party amid political unrest, highlighting a tension between celebrity culture and socio-political issues.
NYC politics
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Miami doubles down on proposal to delay election, teeing up battle with the state

Miami officials propose delaying elections to 2026, facing opposition from state leaders who say voter approval is needed.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Minister under pressure over Facebook post ahead of Larne attack

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons of the DUP strongly rejected calls for his resignation after facing criticism over a social media post revealing the location of migrant families.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

London council defends decision to twin with occupied city in West Bank

Brent Council defends twinning with Nablus to promote cultural exchanges despite community backlash regarding safety concerns for minority groups.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

John Fetterman Dines With Steve Bannon on Wedding Anniversary

Sen. John Fetterman's unexpected dinner with MAGA strategist Steve Bannon has raised eyebrows, especially as it coincided with his 17th wedding anniversary.
US politics
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Please walk away from Harry Potter': why the stars of HBO's new TV show are in for decades of social media hell

The casting of the new Harry Potter series has become a politically charged issue, affecting actors' public perceptions.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Bolsonaro denies coup plot but admits discussing alternative ways' to remain president

Bolsonaro denies planning a coup but acknowledges discussing ways to stay in power post-election loss.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Rep. Adam Smith fears Trump will use military as his 'personal police force'

Trump's military deployment reflects a desire to use the military for immigration enforcement.
Concerns arise about politicizing the military and its potential dangers.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Orlando Sentinel Defiantly Responds to DeSantis Admin's Attempt to Bully Our Newsroom': Happy to Report That It Has Failed'

Orlando Sentinel stands firm against DeSantis' bullying over Hope Florida scandal reporting.
Hope Florida is criticized for its ties to political interests and possible misuse of funds.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Trump got what he needed out of Elon Musk

Elon Musk's controversial government efficiency efforts significantly impacted public services and his personal reputation, though they benefited his financial interests.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Trans athlete singled out by Trump wins gold anyway: 'I'm not scared of them'

AB Hernandez remains positive despite political controversy, focusing on track and her achievements.
California's track authority changed eligibility rules impacting trans athletes amid political pressure.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Harvey Milk Loved Something That Scares Pete Hegseth: Democracy

The renaming of the USS Harvey Milk during Pride Month undermines the values of progress and equality championed by Milk.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Better Call Saul' Actor Deems Fox's Jesse Watters A Simpleton and a Blazing A**hole'

Jesse Watters criticized Karine Jean-Pierre's integrity and suggested her appointment was a result of diversity initiatives.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Alina Habba Sued by Mayor of Newark for False Arrest and Malicious Prosecution' Stemming from Skirmish at ICE Facility

The lawsuit claims that Habba subjected the mayor to false arrest and malicious prosecution, asserting that Baraka was invited onto the facility by an agent.
NYC politics
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Teen trans athlete at center of rightwing attacks wins track events in California

Transgender athlete AB Hernandez excelled in California track events despite political tensions and opposition.
#transgender-athletes
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago
SF LGBT

State lawmakers call for ban of trans student athletes from track and field championships

Concerns are mounting over the participation of transgender athletes in girls' sports in California, prompting calls for policy changes.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
SF politics

Trump Administration Goes After Fresno-Area Track and Field Competition Over Trans Athlete

The CIF made rule changes to allow trans athletes while protecting opportunities for biological female competitors amid federal scrutiny and public controversy.
SF LGBT
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

State lawmakers call for ban of trans student athletes from track and field championships

Concerns are mounting over the participation of transgender athletes in girls' sports in California, prompting calls for policy changes.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
SF politics

Trump Administration Goes After Fresno-Area Track and Field Competition Over Trans Athlete

Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump's Big Beautiful' Budget Bill Also Includes This Measure to Kneecap Federal Judges' Power

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act includes a controversial provision that could restrict court access for those challenging the Trump administration.
UK politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Betrayal' or win-win'?: Britain's EU deal reopens old wounds

Most Britons favor closer ties with the EU despite Brexit's legacy, as a new deal garners mixed reactions from relief to strong criticism.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Reform candidate defends 'racist' Sarwar advert

The advert by PA Media Reform UK regarding Anas Sarwar has sparked accusations of racism and calls for its removal.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC yanks license for anti-Israel Queens community garden that forced members to side with 'marginalized' Palestinians

We're being singled out for honoring trans legacy, our no tolerance to hateful rhetoric, standing against genocide, and refusing to back down in the face of complaints from a politically connected, bigoted neighbor.
NYC LGBT
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Posturing': Farage's Reform-quake so far limited to small acts of war on woke'

Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, is implementing symbolic measures against 'woke' culture in local councils following their local election victory.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Trump hails 'pioneers' who shelled out for his cryptocoin - as Dems charge corruption

I really think you're going to end up being very proud of what you did, because you're pioneers, you're here very early. It's very early. It's a very young industry, and you've done very well.
Cryptocurrency
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

GOP won't install Jan. 6 plaque honoring law enforcement, Democrats say

The memorial honoring Capitol police remains uninstalled due to political disputes, highlighting ongoing tensions surrounding the January 6 events.
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