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First Brexit, now Trump and Musk: ignorance is back with a vengeance | William Keegan
The aggression from the Tesla billionaire is new; but Britain has years of experience in the consequences of falling for misleading promises. ‘Never underestimate the power of ignorance.” I came ...The Guardian - Jan. 19 -
Will Cuomo Run for Mayor? Racial Politics Complicate His Decision.
An ill-fated run against a Black opponent nearly ended the career of Andrew Cuomo. As he weighs challenging Mayor Eric Adams, he cannot afford a repeat.The New York Times - Jan. 18 -
Irenic takes a position at KBR. Here’s how the activist may help improve shareholder value
Activist Irenic Capital Management has a stake in government contractor KBR.CNBC - Jan. 18 -
Sudan needs our help — now
In 2004, I traveled to Darfur — What I witnessed then was terrible, but what is happening now in most of Sudan is much worse.The Hill - Jan. 18 -
Overtures to Trump Put Mayor Adams on a Political Tightrope
Mayor Eric Adams said that a meeting with President-elect Donald J. Trump was about New York City’s future. Each man has his own reasons to forge close ties.The New York Times - Jan. 18 -
Eric Adams, With Pardon Talk Swirling, Meets With Trump Near Mar-a-Lago
The New York mayor, who has expressed interest in a pardon to resolve federal corruption charges, met with President-elect Donald J. Trump and his son Eric on Friday.The New York Times - Jan. 17 -
From L.A. wildfires to hurricanes, immigrants help rebuild after disasters. Some may face deportation
As the number of extreme weather events exacerbated by climate change increases, there is a growing workforce of laborers, many of them without legal status.NBC News - Jan. 17 -
DOJ sues Georgia county, alleging violation of Black voters' rights
The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Houston County, Ga., alleging its process for electing its board of commissioners violates Black voters' rights. The county uses an at-large ...The Hill - Jan. 17 -
New York City Mayor Eric Adams to meet with Trump in Palm Beach
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is expected to meet with Donald Trump on Friday in Palm Beach, Florida, amid speculation that the president-elect could pardon him on federal corruption charges.NBC News - Jan. 17 -
NYC Mayor Eric Adams meeting with Trump at Mar-a-Lago today
NYC Mayor Eric Adams is meeting with President-elect Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago home Friday in Florida.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
Eric Adams Heads to Mar-a-Lago to Meet With Trump
The New York mayor, who is under federal indictment, has spoken warmly about President-elect Donald J. Trump in recent weeks and has said he is open to receiving a pardon from him.The New York Times - Jan. 17 -
The swing voters who helped Trump win crave change — even if lowering prices proves challenging
The swing voters who helped President-elect Donald Trump return to the White House are feeling optimistic about the next four years, but they’ll be watching to see whether their desire for change ...NBC News - Jan. 17 -
Eric Adams to meet with Trump ahead of his inauguration
New York City Mayor Eric Adams (D) is set to meet with President-elect Trump in Florida on Friday just days ahead of Trump's inauguration next week, according to Adams’s aide. “Tomorrow, Mayor ...The Hill - Jan. 17 -
How a design concept may help save homes from wildfires
In Los Angeles, where the historic Palisades and Eaton Fires continue to burn, a home built using a so-called passive design concept was the only one still standing in its neighborhood. David ...CBS News - Jan. 16 -
Adams Unveils a Rosy Election-Year Budget, Citing Lower Migrant Costs
The $114.5 billion spending plan anticipated $2 billion less in asylum seeker costs, but also called for an additional $550 million for nonmigrant shelters.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
UPS could help end the ‘freight recession’ this year. It may have to raise prices first.
Analysts say deregulation, lower taxes under Trump could spur small-business investments and more shipments — but tariffs could weigh down volumes.MarketWatch - Jan. 16 -
Black Women Defend Mayor Karen Bass Amid Criticism of Wildfire Response
Many celebrities and politicians have criticized Karen Bass for her city’s response to the wildfires, but her defenders say she is being held to a double standard.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
Cuomo poised to shake up NYC mayor's race: 'The 900-pound gorilla in this room'
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) is poised to jump into the New York City mayoral race as soon as next month, threatening to roil an already unprecedented election that finds embattled Mayor ...The Hill - Jan. 16 -
First, he helped bankroll a presidential campaign. Now, a college football program.
Shortly after the Supreme Court greenlit unlimited donations to political committees known as super PACs over a decade ago, billionaire tech CEO Larry Ellison began to cut multimillion-dollar ...NBC News - Jan. 16 -
CoD: Black Ops 6 Zombies Map The Tomb Arrives Soon, Double XP Is Live Now
It's officially 115 Day for Zombies fans, with January 15 being the yearly celebration of Call of Duty's Zombies mode. For this year's festivities, Treyarch has revealed the details for the next ...GameSpot - Jan. 15 -
Voters backed abortion rights, but the state judges they elected might not
Though abortion rights supporters prevailed on ballot measures in seven of the 10 states where abortion was up for a vote on Nov. 5, the state supreme courts they've elected indicate legal fights ...CBS News - Jan. 14 -
Why you may be paying to help make the mattress industry more eco-friendly
Oregon began levying a $22.50 fee in 2025 on consumers who buy a mattress. It's the fourth state to adopt such a policy, to help fund recycling efforts.CNBC - Jan. 13 -
An English Soccer Giant Is Being Targeted by Organized Crime. Now It’s Fighting Back.
Liverpool has been under siege from gangs trying to illegally sell seats for matches.The New York Times - Jan. 12 -
‘There are a lot of bitter people here, I’m one of them’: rust belt voters on why they backed Trump again despite his broken promises
Many in Youngstown, Ohio, believe the president-elect will tackle the town’s decline this time. Others are worried about his character flaws. Their concerns help explain how he returned to power – ...The Guardian - Jan. 11 -
Federal Grand Jury Has Heard More Evidence in Case Against Mayor Adams
Prosecutors have presented additional evidence to a grand jury in the case against Eric Adams, his lawyer said in court papers, a sign new charges may be near.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
Eric Adams, Under Indictment, Makes His Case for a Second Term
In his fourth and potentially final State of the City speech, Mayor Eric Adams focused on making it easier to raise families in New York City.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Lighter winds forecast for the Los Angeles area through Thursday may help firefighters
Santa Ana winds will still be strong enough to carry wildfire embers as they ease through Thursday. There are further strong wind gusts expected for Friday morning. KNBC meteorologist Belen de Leon ...NBC News - Jan. 9 -
Top DOJ officials may have tried to sway 2020 election to Trump: Watchdog
Justice Department officials who served under President-elect Trump's first administration may have influenced the 2020 presidential election through intentional media leaks targeted at Democratic ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Poland to hold presidential election on May 18, says parliament speaker who will run in it
The head of Poland’s parliament says the country’s presidential election will be held on May 18, with a runoff on June 1 if neededABC News - Jan. 8 -
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'Music is back' as vinyl and streaming help sales hit a 20-year high
Albums by Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift and Coldplay pushed sales of recorded music to a record £2.4bn.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
Federal prosecutors say they've uncovered 'additional criminal conduct' by NYC Mayor Eric Adams
Federal prosecutors allege they have uncovered “additional criminal conduct” by New York Mayor Eric Adams ahead of his scheduled trial in April.NBC News - Jan. 8 -
FBI uncovers 'additional criminal conduct' by NYC Mayor Eric Adams: Prosecutors
The FBI has uncovered “additional criminal conduct” by New York City Mayor Eric Adams, federal prosecutors said in a new court filing Tuesday.ABC News - Jan. 7 -
Internal watchdog found Trump DOJ officials may have tried to influence 2020 election
DOJ officials during the first Trump administration may have leaked private information to media outlets in a bid to influence the 2020 election, a watchdog report says.ABC News - Jan. 7 -
‘I haven’t seen any change’: black Labour voters in Liverpool and London six months on
In Liverpool Riverside and Tottenham, two constituencies with black MPs and large black communities, Labour’s vote share dropped by more than 20 points at last year’s election. The Guardian spoke ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Another sign 49ers' 2025 schedule should help them bounce back
The San Francisco 49ers' 2025 schedule provides reason for hope following a disappointing 2024 season.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6 -
Paxlovid may help some long COVID patients: Research
A small study published Monday found that the COVID-19 antiviral treatment Paxlovid may have use as a treatment for long COVID when administered outside of an infection. Administration of Paxlovid ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
How the Biden administration will help certify the 2024 election results
Vice President Kamala Harris will preside over a joint session of Congress for the certification of the 2024 election. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports four years after the Capitol riots on Jan. 6, 2021.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
New York Republican suggests hush money case helped to elect Trump: ‘Great irony’
Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) suggested the New York hush money case played a part in helping President-elect Trump win the 2024 presidential election against Vice President Harris. “Well, the great ...The Hill - Jan. 5 -
Mayor Adams’s Inner Circle Has Changed. Two New Year’s Photos Show How.
A lot has happened since Eric Adams was sworn into office in Times Square in 2022 flanked by allies who would join his administration.The New York Times - Jan. 4
