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Europe politics
fromeuronews
52 minutes ago

How European countries see religious symbols in public office

Berlin's proposal to abolish its Neutrality Act reignites debates on religious freedom and secularism in public life.
#homelessness
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

In Cities' Rush to Clear Homeless Camps, People Have Been Crushed to Death

Homelessness is a pressing issue intersecting personal narratives and systemic actions, highlighting the struggle between individual lives and broader urban policies.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

Mental health: City Council says they found serious flaws in Mayor Adams' involuntary removal policy in new report | amNewYork

Involuntary removals for mental health crises are ineffective and disproportionately affect Black New Yorkers, lacking necessary treatment support.
Ongoing analysis reveals the mayor's approach to addressing homelessness and mental health is flawed and needs reevaluation.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Unsheltered homelessness projected to be down over much of L.A. County

Unsheltered homelessness in Los Angeles County fell for two consecutive years, with a projected drop of 5% to 10% based on the latest count.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago
San Francisco

Legislators gut bill that sought to force counties to share city shelter costs

State lawmakers gutted key provisions in Mayor Mahan's homelessness bills, impacting efforts to reduce unsheltered homelessness.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US news

San Jose Considers Arresting Homeless People Who Refuse Housing

Rising frustration over homelessness in Silicon Valley is prompting local leaders to adopt more aggressive measures against encampments.
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 weeks ago
San Francisco

Why does SF pay so much to address the unhoused crisis? We take a look

San Francisco's approach to homelessness is evolving towards mandatory treatment for addiction, amid critiques of lack of coordination between services.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

In Cities' Rush to Clear Homeless Camps, People Have Been Crushed to Death

Homelessness is a pressing issue intersecting personal narratives and systemic actions, highlighting the struggle between individual lives and broader urban policies.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Mental health: City Council says they found serious flaws in Mayor Adams' involuntary removal policy in new report | amNewYork

Involuntary removals for mental health crises are ineffective and disproportionately affect Black New Yorkers, lacking necessary treatment support.
Ongoing analysis reveals the mayor's approach to addressing homelessness and mental health is flawed and needs reevaluation.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Unsheltered homelessness projected to be down over much of L.A. County

Unsheltered homelessness in Los Angeles County fell for two consecutive years, with a projected drop of 5% to 10% based on the latest count.
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

Legislators gut bill that sought to force counties to share city shelter costs

State lawmakers gutted key provisions in Mayor Mahan's homelessness bills, impacting efforts to reduce unsheltered homelessness.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

San Jose Considers Arresting Homeless People Who Refuse Housing

Rising frustration over homelessness in Silicon Valley is prompting local leaders to adopt more aggressive measures against encampments.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 weeks ago

Why does SF pay so much to address the unhoused crisis? We take a look

San Francisco's approach to homelessness is evolving towards mandatory treatment for addiction, amid critiques of lack of coordination between services.
more#homelessness
#climate-change
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Blair demands net zero policy reset over credibility gap with voters'

Quality journalism is essential for informed public discourse on pressing issues like climate change.
Tony Blair advocates for a radical change in climate policy and credibility with the public.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 hour ago
UK politics

Cabinet minister admits Tony Blair's net zero criticisms are valid'

Quality journalism is crucial for providing balanced perspectives on critical issues like climate change and reproductive rights.
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago
UK politics

Climate plan based on phasing out fossil fuels doomed to fail, says Tony Blair

Tony Blair argues that strategies to rapidly phase out fossil fuels are doomed, urging a focus on technological solutions instead.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

UK's largest ever road tunnel set to be built after 8.3bn plan approved

The Lower Thames Crossing aims to improve road capacity while accessible journalism is essential for addressing pressing societal issues.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Blair demands net zero policy reset over credibility gap with voters'

Quality journalism is essential for informed public discourse on pressing issues like climate change.
Tony Blair advocates for a radical change in climate policy and credibility with the public.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 hour ago
UK politics

Cabinet minister admits Tony Blair's net zero criticisms are valid'

Quality journalism is crucial for providing balanced perspectives on critical issues like climate change and reproductive rights.
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago
UK politics

Climate plan based on phasing out fossil fuels doomed to fail, says Tony Blair

Tony Blair argues that strategies to rapidly phase out fossil fuels are doomed, urging a focus on technological solutions instead.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

UK's largest ever road tunnel set to be built after 8.3bn plan approved

The Lower Thames Crossing aims to improve road capacity while accessible journalism is essential for addressing pressing societal issues.
more#climate-change
#trump-administration
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Biden Says Trump Is Breaking Things,' Including the Safety Net

Biden condemned Trump for damaging Social Security, emphasizing its necessity for millions and urging for its protection.
fromSlate Magazine
16 hours ago
US politics

In Trump's First 100 Days, a Fault Line Between DOGE and Project 2025 Has Become Clear

Project 2025 significantly influences Trump's administration, driving aggressive policies along conservative lines.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
US politics

Democratic Strategist Warns Party Against Aligning Itself With Abrego Garcia: Let's Not Make Him a Martyr'

Democrats should avoid narrowly focusing on individual cases like Abrego Garcia's deportation and highlight broader civil liberties issues.
fromHigh Country News
1 week ago
NYC parents

Nearly all federal workers who investigate firefighter deaths fired - High Country News

Federal health workers responsible for firefighter death investigations faced mass layoffs under Trump administration policies.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
SF politics

Trump appoints Fox News host Mark Levin and others to lead 'revamped' Homeland Security Advisory Council

President Trump appointed Mark Levin and others to a revamped Homeland Security Advisory Council to enhance security policies and strategies.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Biden Says Trump Is Breaking Things,' Including the Safety Net

Biden condemned Trump for damaging Social Security, emphasizing its necessity for millions and urging for its protection.
fromSlate Magazine
16 hours ago
US politics

In Trump's First 100 Days, a Fault Line Between DOGE and Project 2025 Has Become Clear

Project 2025 significantly influences Trump's administration, driving aggressive policies along conservative lines.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
US politics

Democratic Strategist Warns Party Against Aligning Itself With Abrego Garcia: Let's Not Make Him a Martyr'

Democrats should avoid narrowly focusing on individual cases like Abrego Garcia's deportation and highlight broader civil liberties issues.
fromHigh Country News
1 week ago
NYC parents

Nearly all federal workers who investigate firefighter deaths fired - High Country News

Federal health workers responsible for firefighter death investigations faced mass layoffs under Trump administration policies.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
SF politics

Trump appoints Fox News host Mark Levin and others to lead 'revamped' Homeland Security Advisory Council

President Trump appointed Mark Levin and others to a revamped Homeland Security Advisory Council to enhance security policies and strategies.
more#trump-administration
#housing-development
fromPadailypost
1 week ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Lawsuit says city can't use downtown parking lots for housing without a vote of property owners

A lawsuit has been filed against Menlo Park over plans to redevelop downtown parking lots into housing, claiming improper authority and lack of property owner consent.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
UK politics

The Irish Independent's View: Let's hope latest move by Government on housing isn't just a buck-passing exercise

The appointment of a housing tsar may not solve the housing crisis unless there is a comprehensive and unified strategy from the government.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
London politics

Minister Jack Chambers objected to 'monstrosity' Lidl development which included apartments

Jack Chambers advocates for changing the mindset around aesthetic objections to housing developments, highlighting the need for more housing supply.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
London politics

Jack Chambers objected to development of 'monstrosity' apartments by Lidl on 'aesthetic' grounds

The mindset around objecting to housing developments needs to change at the local and governmental level.
fromPadailypost
1 week ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Lawsuit says city can't use downtown parking lots for housing without a vote of property owners

A lawsuit has been filed against Menlo Park over plans to redevelop downtown parking lots into housing, claiming improper authority and lack of property owner consent.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
UK politics

The Irish Independent's View: Let's hope latest move by Government on housing isn't just a buck-passing exercise

The appointment of a housing tsar may not solve the housing crisis unless there is a comprehensive and unified strategy from the government.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
London politics

Minister Jack Chambers objected to 'monstrosity' Lidl development which included apartments

Jack Chambers advocates for changing the mindset around aesthetic objections to housing developments, highlighting the need for more housing supply.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
London politics

Jack Chambers objected to development of 'monstrosity' apartments by Lidl on 'aesthetic' grounds

The mindset around objecting to housing developments needs to change at the local and governmental level.
more#housing-development
#trans-rights
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago
UK politics

Government will ban trans employees from toilets that reflect their gender

Trans employees may be banned from using facilities that align with their gender identity following a recent Supreme Court ruling.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago
UK politics

Watch: Labour MP criticises gender ideology 'damage'

Calling for assessment of gender ideology's damage to public bodies.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago
UK politics

Government will ban trans employees from toilets that reflect their gender

Trans employees may be banned from using facilities that align with their gender identity following a recent Supreme Court ruling.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago
UK politics

Watch: Labour MP criticises gender ideology 'damage'

Calling for assessment of gender ideology's damage to public bodies.
more#trans-rights
US news
fromABA Journal
5 days ago

'It's Time for You to Leave': More immigration lawyers get notices to self-deport

Notices instructing immigration lawyers to self-deport raise concerns over administrative errors in a flawed mass email campaign.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Why Zohran Mamdani is bad for NYC families

Zohran Mamdani's socialist campaign may undermine child welfare with extreme proposals that prioritize parental rights over children's safety.
Tech industry
fromtime.com
4 days ago

Why Tax Breaks for Data Centers Could Backfire on States

Tax breaks for data centers raise questions about their true economic impact and cost to states.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago
London politics

Youth centres may seem tame fare for politicians. But I've seen firsthand how they cut crime | Simon Jenkins

Local elections are more about national figures than local governance, indicating a decline in community democracy in the UK.
#san-francisco
fromSan Francisco Public Press
2 months ago
San Francisco

Public Defender Alleges Local-Federal Law Enforcement Partnership Defies SF Sanctuary Laws

San Francisco officials express commitment to uphold sanctuary laws for undocumented immigrants, yet diverge in actions regarding legal processes involving federal authorities.
fromMission Local
5 days ago
San Francisco

Dorsey's 'Recovery First' plan heads to full S.F. board - with key wording changed

Matt Dorsey's 'recovery first' ordinance advances to the Board of Supervisors with amendments reflecting a shift from 'abstinence-first' to 'long-term remission.'
fromMission Local
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

Forty arrests, zero charges: S.F. police raid was a dud. But not on social media.

The San Francisco drug crackdown resulted in 40 arrests but no charges, highlighting inefficiencies in law enforcement practices.
from48 hills
1 month ago
NYC politics

Another War on Drugs measure passes, with only two dissenting votes - 48 hills

The Board of Supervisors continues to approve War on Drugs initiatives with increasing frequency, often with minimal dissent.
fromSan Francisco Public Press
2 months ago
San Francisco

Public Defender Alleges Local-Federal Law Enforcement Partnership Defies SF Sanctuary Laws

San Francisco officials express commitment to uphold sanctuary laws for undocumented immigrants, yet diverge in actions regarding legal processes involving federal authorities.
fromMission Local
5 days ago
San Francisco

Dorsey's 'Recovery First' plan heads to full S.F. board - with key wording changed

Matt Dorsey's 'recovery first' ordinance advances to the Board of Supervisors with amendments reflecting a shift from 'abstinence-first' to 'long-term remission.'
fromMission Local
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

Forty arrests, zero charges: S.F. police raid was a dud. But not on social media.

The San Francisco drug crackdown resulted in 40 arrests but no charges, highlighting inefficiencies in law enforcement practices.
from48 hills
1 month ago
NYC politics

Another War on Drugs measure passes, with only two dissenting votes - 48 hills

The Board of Supervisors continues to approve War on Drugs initiatives with increasing frequency, often with minimal dissent.
more#san-francisco
#new-york-city
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago
NYC politics

The $40 Billion Issue the N.Y.C. Mayoral Candidates Aren't Discussing

Education is largely overlooked in New York City's mayoral race, despite its potential to bridge social divides.
fromBrownstoner
1 week ago
NYC real estate

How NYC Can Create Genuinely Affordable Housing

New York City's housing crisis worsens post-COVID due to soaring rents and a severe supply-demand imbalance.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

After Fatal Crash, Lawmakers Push for Ways to Stop Dangerous Drivers

Yarimi's reckless driving and prior violations caused a tragic accident, raising questions about enforcement of driving laws and the lapse in the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

Take the 'pilot program' to rid homeless shelters of troublemakers system-wide

The new pilot program aims to enhance accountability by removing disruptive residents from homeless shelters.
Creating a supportive environment for serious residents is a focus of the new homeless services initiative.
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Monday's Headlines: Duffy's Fact-Grinding Tour Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Secretary Duffy's remarks about the subway and congestion pricing have been widely criticized as disconnected from reality.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago

The $40 Billion Issue the N.Y.C. Mayoral Candidates Aren't Discussing

Education is largely overlooked in New York City's mayoral race, despite its potential to bridge social divides.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

After Fatal Crash, Lawmakers Push for Ways to Stop Dangerous Drivers

Yarimi's reckless driving and prior violations caused a tragic accident, raising questions about enforcement of driving laws and the lapse in the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

Take the 'pilot program' to rid homeless shelters of troublemakers system-wide

The new pilot program aims to enhance accountability by removing disruptive residents from homeless shelters.
Creating a supportive environment for serious residents is a focus of the new homeless services initiative.
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Monday's Headlines: Duffy's Fact-Grinding Tour Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Secretary Duffy's remarks about the subway and congestion pricing have been widely criticized as disconnected from reality.
more#new-york-city
#community-safety
fromThe Oaklandside
6 days ago
East Bay (California)

Controversial gun billboard in Oakland may not be legal

An Oakland billboard advertising a handgun may violate local laws requiring permits for gun-related advertisements.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Miami food

Florida spring break town done with college crowds: 'That time is over'

Panama City Beach will no longer host Spring Break events due to safety concerns and community values, according to Police Chief Talamantez.
fromThe Oaklandside
6 days ago
East Bay (California)

Controversial gun billboard in Oakland may not be legal

An Oakland billboard advertising a handgun may violate local laws requiring permits for gun-related advertisements.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Miami food

Florida spring break town done with college crowds: 'That time is over'

Panama City Beach will no longer host Spring Break events due to safety concerns and community values, according to Police Chief Talamantez.
more#community-safety
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Exclusive | NY lawmakers back controversial assisted suicide bill as state wrangles with Hochul over budget

New York lawmakers are moving forward with a proposal to legalize assisted suicide for terminally ill patients.
Data science
fromFlowingData
1 week ago

Halt of data collection that measures American society

The removal of federal datasets hinders the government's ability to accurately assess societal issues.
#mental-health
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago
Mental health

Are Airline Pilots Allowed to Be Depressed?

FAA mental health regulations for pilots are seen as outdated and encourage silence regarding mental health issues.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

A 14-year-old is dead, and Democrats in Albany are to blame

Mental health system failures allow violent incidents like the stabbing of Caleb Rijos to occur; systemic reform is urgently needed.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

A 14-year-old is dead, and Democrats in Albany are to blame

Mental health system failures allow violent incidents like the stabbing of Caleb Rijos to occur; systemic reform is urgently needed.
more#mental-health
#elon-musk
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

What Is DOGE and Who Runs It? Trump Says One Thing, Government Lawyers Say Another.

The Department of Government Efficiency has significant influence over federal operations, sparking legal challenges regarding Elon Musk's role.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US news

White House Birthrate Boosters See an Ally in Musk

Elon Musk advocates for a cultural shift toward higher birth rates, arguing it is critical for civilization's survival.
fromPoynter
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Immigrants can get Social Security numbers legally. Musk says that's 'crazy' - Poynter

Musk and Gracias misinterpret data on Social Security numbers for noncitizens, falsely suggesting a connection to illegal immigration and fraud.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

What Is DOGE and Who Runs It? Trump Says One Thing, Government Lawyers Say Another.

The Department of Government Efficiency has significant influence over federal operations, sparking legal challenges regarding Elon Musk's role.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US news

White House Birthrate Boosters See an Ally in Musk

Elon Musk advocates for a cultural shift toward higher birth rates, arguing it is critical for civilization's survival.
fromPoynter
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Immigrants can get Social Security numbers legally. Musk says that's 'crazy' - Poynter

Musk and Gracias misinterpret data on Social Security numbers for noncitizens, falsely suggesting a connection to illegal immigration and fraud.
more#elon-musk
NYC parents
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

HUD's emergency housing voucher program to be depleted in 2026

The Emergency Housing Voucher program will be depleted by the end of 2026, affecting tens of thousands of recipients' ability to pay rent.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago
New York City

From Alabama to Wyoming, These Are Police Salaries Across America

Police recruitment challenges extend beyond salaries; humanizing officers is key to attracting new recruits.
#journalism
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
UK politics

Labour minister unable to say which changing room a trans woman can use

The recent Supreme Court ruling has created uncertainty for transgender women's access to changing facilities in the UK.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK politics

Tell us what you would you like to see from Reeves' spring statement

The Independent prioritizes accessibility to quality journalism at a critical time in U.S. and UK history.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
UK politics

Pubs allowed to stay open later to mark VE Day 80th anniversary

The Independent focuses on critical news topics, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism supported by community donations.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago
Boston real estate

Owners of 17m Jane Austen house granted permission to demolish it despite objections

Donation supports on-the-ground journalism vital for diverse political reporting.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
UK politics

Labour minister unable to say which changing room a trans woman can use

The recent Supreme Court ruling has created uncertainty for transgender women's access to changing facilities in the UK.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK politics

Tell us what you would you like to see from Reeves' spring statement

The Independent prioritizes accessibility to quality journalism at a critical time in U.S. and UK history.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
UK politics

Pubs allowed to stay open later to mark VE Day 80th anniversary

The Independent focuses on critical news topics, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism supported by community donations.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago
Boston real estate

Owners of 17m Jane Austen house granted permission to demolish it despite objections

Donation supports on-the-ground journalism vital for diverse political reporting.
more#journalism
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago

NY Civil Liberties Union's analysis shows marked increase in traffic stops, searches and seizures

NYPD traffic stops rose by 25% in 2024, with a disproportionately high impact on Black and Latino drivers.
#school-closures
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago
Public health

What we still need to learn from pandemic - Harvard Gazette

School closures and COVID protocols failed to demonstrate effectiveness and caused lasting societal harm, according to experts.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago
Mission District

Op-ed: A future worth investing in - San Jose Spotlight

Declining student enrollment presents challenges for California school districts, yet offers opportunities for reimagining public land for community benefit.
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

What we still need to learn from pandemic - Harvard Gazette

School closures and COVID protocols failed to demonstrate effectiveness and caused lasting societal harm, according to experts.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago
Mission District

Op-ed: A future worth investing in - San Jose Spotlight

Declining student enrollment presents challenges for California school districts, yet offers opportunities for reimagining public land for community benefit.
more#school-closures
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

What does the UK supreme court's ruling on definition of women' mean?

The UK Supreme Court ruled that the legal definition of a woman does not include transgender women with gender recognition certificates.
Europe news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

British tourists banned from bringing meat and cheese back from Europe

British tourists are banned from bringing meat and dairy products back from Europe to protect UK farmers from foot and mouth disease.
#misinformation
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

These Are the 10 Bigges Lies About the National Debt, Debunked

National debt myths proliferate amid polarization and misinformation, particularly regarding citizens' responsibility for it.
Mental health
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Misinformation about fentanyl exposure threatens to undermine overdose response

Misinformation about fentanyl exposure is shaping public policy and funding decisions despite a lack of evidence for these claims.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

These Are the 10 Bigges Lies About the National Debt, Debunked

National debt myths proliferate amid polarization and misinformation, particularly regarding citizens' responsibility for it.
Mental health
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Misinformation about fentanyl exposure threatens to undermine overdose response

Misinformation about fentanyl exposure is shaping public policy and funding decisions despite a lack of evidence for these claims.
more#misinformation
fromemptywheel
2 weeks ago
US Elections

Somebody's Off Their (Shower)Head [UPDATE] - emptywheel

Trump's focus on water pressure highlights his detachment from the pressing issues facing Americans.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Silvertown Tunnel: Who pays, and why the controversy?

The Silvertown Tunnel aims to ease congestion while inciting controversy due to concerns over pollution and increased traffic.
SF LGBT
fromAustin Monitor
3 weeks ago

Austin's redemption arc: The embarrassing recent failures and hard-fought reforms in our city's response to sexual assault - Austin Monitor

Austin's transformation in handling sexual assault cases from a history of failures to survivor-led reforms highlights significant systemic changes.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

One pregnant woman dies every two minutes, shocking new figures reveal

Cuts to international aid threaten progress in reducing maternal deaths, especially in sub-Saharan Africa.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Europe news

Government slams brake on budget giveaway as fears of recession grow - and public expects pain

Government delays increase in paid sick leave due to crisis management amid global recession fears.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Rachel Reeves must break her fiscal rules. Better now than later | Phillip Inman

Reeves' budget plan is criticized for lacking flexibility to manage economic uncertainties effectively.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

The Loneliness Myth: Social Media Isn't the Culprit

Social media's impact on teenage loneliness requires careful evaluation and precise measurement before drawing conclusions or shaping public policy.
fromSacramento Bee
4 weeks ago
SF politics

California Assembly committee blocks anti-trans athlete bills after emotional hearing

California lawmakers blocked two bills targeting transgender student-athletes after strong public outcry and concerns about discrimination and harassment.
Portland food
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

How to help people with addictions on the streets? These Oregon programs have solutions

Oregon's drug crisis highlights the interplay between systemic health service failures, housing shortages, and evolving drug laws, reflecting ongoing challenges in addiction treatment.
#traffic-safety
NYC parents
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Slaughter of the Innocents: Recidivist Speeder Kills Three - Streetsblog New York City

A driver with a suspended license killed three pedestrians and injured another after crashing into a taxi while driving recklessly on a city street.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Get real about consequences for New York's worst drivers

New York must implement stricter measures, including routine vehicle impounding, to target dangerous drivers and reduce traffic fatalities.
NYC parents
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Slaughter of the Innocents: Recidivist Speeder Kills Three - Streetsblog New York City

A driver with a suspended license killed three pedestrians and injured another after crashing into a taxi while driving recklessly on a city street.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Get real about consequences for New York's worst drivers

New York must implement stricter measures, including routine vehicle impounding, to target dangerous drivers and reduce traffic fatalities.
more#traffic-safety
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

With this damning of Le Pen, France can be the anti-Trump'. It's a bold path others should follow| Alexander Hurst

The French justice system imposed a five-year ban on Marine Le Pen for embezzlement, reinforcing that no one is above the law.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
London politics

Council's LTN survey broke industry rules

Opinium breached guidelines in polling for a low traffic neighbourhood scheme in west London, raising ethical concerns.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

They Want More Babies. Now They Have Friends in the Trump White House.

The American conservative movement is promoting larger families and advocating public policies to encourage higher birth rates.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Tories vow to end Welsh government working from home

Welsh Conservatives propose cutting ministerial pay and freezing salaries to introduce a winter fuel allowance if elected in next Senedd election.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Walters: California's politicians always see the sunny side

California's government struggles with transparency and accountability, often enacting ambitious policies without considering risks or accurately predicting costs.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

'Angel mom' whose daughter was allegedly raped and murdered by illegal immigrant tears into judges trying to stop Trump's deportation flights

Patty Morin criticizes judges who halted deportation flights and supports stricter immigration policies following her daughter's tragic murder.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

The Impact of 4/20 on Cannabis Legalization Efforts

4/20 has transformed into a critical day for cannabis advocacy and social reform.
The day symbolizes activism for cannabis legalization and associated issues.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Brooklyn Council Member Tackles Affordability, Housing Issues in District Address

Council Member Crystal Hudson emphasized the urgent need to address issues such as affordable housing, youth violence, and public transportation during her address.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

How has fascism in Britain got this far? Neoliberalism has opened the door for it | George Monbiot

Centrist parties can initiate democratic recession by undermining public faith in democracy, leading to the rise of far-right parties.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Wealth tax would be almost impossible to implement, leading economist warns

Implementing a wealth tax poses significant challenges, despite public support, according to economist Paul Johnson.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

The Observer view on gender data: failure to accurately record biological sex harms us all | Observer editorial

The dominance of gender ideology in key institutions has significant implications contrary to established equalities law in Britain.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A slap in the face': activists reel as Trump administration removes crucial missing Indigenous peoples report

Trump's presidency has obscured crucial government reports, affecting efforts to address the crisis of missing Indigenous people and their safety.
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