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Trump Amplifies Calls To Jail Biden, Harris, Pence, McConnell
A post that Mr. Trump circulated on Sunday called for Liz Cheney to be prosecuted by a military court reserved for enemy combatants and war criminals.Donald Trump -
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Iran's presidential election moves to run-off after low turnout
Conservative Saeed Jalili and reformist Massoud Pezeshkian are the two frontrunners.Iran -
Financial Times - Business
How the Conservatives came to the brink of wipeout
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Financial Times - Business
Iran’s presidential run-off pits reformist against hardliner
After a record low turnout, the second round will offer a stark choice in a country beset by economic malaiseIran -
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The papers: 'Jay slipped on rocks' and 'Sunak expresses hurt'
Saturday's front pages react to Joe Biden's TV debate performance and have the latest on the UK election trail. -
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Can Biden be replaced, and who could take his place?
A poor debate performance has fuelled Democrat unease about Mr Biden's candidacy.Joe Biden -
ESPN - Sports
Sources: Warriors, Paul push deadline, eye trade
The Golden State Warriors and guard Chris Paul intend to move the date to guarantee the $30 million on his 2024-25 contract to the start of free agency on Sunday. -
The Guardian - World
How the Tories pushed universities to the brink of disaster
Over the past 14 years, the Conservative dream of a free market in higher education has collided with the harsh reality of austerity and the cultural resentment of the radical right – driving some institutions close to bankruptcy. Given Britain’s ... -
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Steve Van Zandt gets rock star treatment in new documentary
As a musician, writer, producer, actor, and activist, Steve Van Zandt has expressed himself artistically in many ways for more than 50 years and now he has his own documentary, “Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple.” -
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Osgemeos Rocked Brazil. Can the Graffiti Twins Take the U.S., Too?
Their street murals, monumental sculptures, intricate drawings and vivid paintings pop up at Lehmann Maupin gallery on the eve of their Hirshhorn debut. -
Financial Times - World
Hong Kong’s exclusive clubs rocked by economic slowdown and expat exodus
Prices on secondary market for lifetime memberships continue to slide post-pandemic as city’s troubles squeeze demand -
The Guardian - World
The abortion ruling hides conservative justices’ partisan agenda | Moira Donegan
One day soon this case will come back, and the supreme court will allow states to ban emergency abortions. The supreme court is a messy institution. It’s six conservative justices are mired in infighting over both the pace of their shared ...Abortion -
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Tractor Supply Co. eliminates DEI roles and goals following conservative criticism
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The Hill - Politics
Barrett breaks with conservatives over Jan. 6 obstruction charge ruling
In a pointed dissent, Justice Amy Coney Barrett skewered her fellow justices over their decision to narrow an obstruction charge used to prosecute scores of rioters who stormed the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. The Supreme Court voted 6-3 Friday to ... -
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Tractor Supply is the latest company to bail on DEI, following anger from conservatives
“We have heard from customers that we have disappointed them,” the company said. “We have taken this feedback to heart.” -
The Guardian - World
Byron Bay is to be stripped of its nudist beach – and naturists blame ‘conservative creep’
Campaigners for the closure cite ‘lewd’ behaviour in nearby dunes but naked bathers say they’re just ‘embracing the beach as Mother Nature intended’. Get our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastIt’s a Tuesday morning, ... -
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Reform UK candidate defects to Conservatives over racist remarks
Decision by Georgie David is fresh blow for rightwing party facing backlash over activists’ commentsUnited Kingdom -
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Weakening Regulatory Agencies Will Be a Key Legacy of the Roberts Court
Two rulings this week by the Republican-appointed majority add to its steady pursuit of enfeebling the ability of the administrative state to impose rules on powerful business interests. -
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Can Democrats replace Biden as their nominee?
President Biden's campaign spokesperson insists there are no conversations about Biden stepping down as the Democratic Party's presidential nominee after his debate performance sparked concerns among members. CBS News chief Washington ...Joe Biden -
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Two Appearances, Two Starkly Different Bidens
A day after a shaky debate performance that led to talk of a new Democratic candidate, President Biden was forceful and confident while speaking to supporters.Joe Biden -
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How a Trump-Beating, #MeToo Legal Legend Lost Her Firm
Roberta Kaplan’s work as a lawyer made her a hero to the left. But behind the scenes, she was known for her poor treatment of colleagues.Donald Trump -
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The White House Brushed Off Questions About Biden’s Age. Then the Debate Happened.
President Biden’s allies can no longer wave away concerns about his capacity after his unsteady performance at Thursday’s debate as worries among Democrats grow.Joe Biden -
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Why U.K.’s Young Voters Feel Forgotten by Politicians
Many young people in the northern English cities of Liverpool and Manchester say they feel disillusioned by politics. -
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Jill Biden Could Make or Break Biden’s Campaign. She Says She’s All In.
If President Biden seriously considered departing the race, the first lady would be the most important figure other than Mr. Biden himself in reaching that decision.Joe Biden -
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Major Democratic Donors Ask Themselves: What to Do About Biden?
Some floated interventions and wondered about how to reach Jill Biden. Others hoped the president would bow out of the race on his own. Many came to terms with the low chances that he will do so. -
The Hill - Politics
Carville says Biden should be replaced
Longtime Democratic strategist James Carville said Monday that President Biden should be replaced at the top of the 2024 ticket following his poor debate performance against former President Trump. CNN host Jake Tapper asked Carville what the ...Joe Biden -
The Wall Street Journal - World
California Surrenders on Race Preferences
An end run around the Constitution won’t be on the November ballot.California -
ESPN - Sports
Clips push to keep George, 'respect' if he opts out
The Clippers are hopeful Paul George will stay with the team, but president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank said they "respect the fact this is a business" if he chooses to opt out. -
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🌎 Rondón penalty pushes Venezuela past Mexico; Ecuador earn vital win
Copa América continued Wednesday evening with two tightly-matched fixtures as Ecuador took on Jamaica, and Venezuela clashed with Mexico. Here is what went down in Group B.Venezuela 1-0 MexicoScorers... -
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Financial Times - World
Union in talks with Tata Steel in push to avert early Port Talbot closure
Unite considers exempting some workers from strike action after discussions with Labour leadership -
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The Bible in Public Schools? Oklahoma Pushes Limits of Long Tradition.
The Bible has a deep history in American classrooms, but the state’s provocative superintendent wants to broadly expand its influence. -
The Hill - Politics
Jill Stein: 'Zombie candidates' pushing voters to third parties
The perennial candidate believes the presidential debate was the latest in a long string of two-party failures. -
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Ice baths at 2am and push-ups in the shower - life with Ronaldo's Portugal
Former Portugal defender Jose Fonte on life in the camp with Cristiano Ronaldo at a major tournament and what it took to win the European Championship in 2016. -