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Chain, chain, chain: political theatre confirms Elon Musk’s Maga hero status at jubilant CPAC
Emboldened and exultant, speakers put less emphasis on baiting liberals and more on spreading the Maga gospel. What do you give the man who has everything? A ballroom full of cheering conservative ...The Guardian - Feb. 23 -
Full interview: Balázs Orbán, political director for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán
Watch Margaret Brennan's full interview with Balázs Orbán, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's political director, on February 21, 2025.CBS News - Feb. 23 -
'Conclave' wins big at SAG Awards; Jane Fonda’s speech offers a moment of political resistance
The papal thriller “Conclave” won best ensemble and Timothée Chalamet took best actor at the 31st Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday, a pair of twists that added a few final wrinkles to an ...NBC News - Feb. 24 -
Musk’s ‘Doge’ claim about USAid funds for India sets off political firestorm
Apparently baseless claim that $21m was given to help voter turnout seized on by Trump and Modi government . Elon Musk’s “department of government efficiency” has been accused of setting off a ...The Guardian - Feb. 24 -
Starmer defends slashing aid budget to raise defence spending to 2.5% of GDP - UK politics live
Keir Starmer says now is the time to deepen European security, as he announces new defence budget by 2027. The rightwing historian Niall Ferguson is in the audience for Badenoch’s speech, ...The Guardian - 6d -
Bill De Blasio speaks on Andrew Cuomo's possible return to New York politics
Former New York City Mayor Bill De Blasio speaks with NBC News' Tom Llamas about former Governor Andrew Cuomo's possible return to New York politics as Cuomo considers a bid for mayor.NBC News - 6d -
Tesla Stock Falls 8% as Concerns About Elon Musk’s Political Role Grow
The electric-car maker’s stock has had a bumpy ride since the victory of President Trump, who has given Tesla’s chief, Elon Musk, a role in Washington.The New York Times - 6d -
Flavor Flav objects after getting name-checked in Congress: 'Don't drag me into negative politics'
Flavor Flav is attempting to stop the clock when it comes to lawmakers name-checking him in Congress. "I voted against the budget yesterday, not because I'm not for decreasing taxes, but because ...The Hill - 4d -
With RFK Jr. at his side, a measles outbreak could prove 'politically perilous' for Trump
Trump's choice of RFK Jr. to be HHS secretary poses a risk to GOP lawmakers in the midterm elections if measles, bird flu, ebola or another disease rips through the country.NBC News - 4d -
Starmer’s Trump meeting ‘spectacular success’, says Streeting, as Tories dismiss president’s backing for Chagos deal – UK politics live
Health secretary hails talks over defence, security and trade as Badenoch says her party will continue to oppose Chagos deal. Anneliese Dodds , the international development minister, has quit her ...The Guardian - 3d -
US defense secretary saw few political drawbacks in backing joint chiefs ouster
Pete Hegseth viewed his political odds as being unchanged in pushing Trump to fire Gen Charles Brown. Don’t let a billionaire’s algorithm control what you read. Download our free app to get ...The Guardian - 3d -
Conan O'Brien defends Oscars amid 'divisive politics': The arts can 'unite us'
Conan O'Brien is defending Hollywood and the Oscars, saying the entertainment industry can help bring the country together during a time of "divisive politics." "If I could change the tone for just ...The Hill - 1d -
'The White Lotus' Season 3, Episode 3 recap: Work and politics at the dinner table
This week, the Ratliff family puts the phones away, Rick and Chelsea visit a snake show and a character from a previous season is mentioned, as is a president.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
The left keeps getting identity politics wrong – and the right is benefiting from that | Ash Sarkar
Instead of liberation, we’ve ended up with competitive grievance, weaponised victimhood, and a focus on ‘I’ not ‘us’. There are many things to be grateful to the musician Sam Fender for: reviving ...The Guardian - 1d -
LA Times to give op-eds AI-generated political rating, list of alternate views
The Los Angeles Times has launched an AI-driven "bias meter" to provide readers with alternative perspectives on opinion content.The Hill - 11h -
Jesse Eisenberg talks ‘A Real Pain,’ ‘bad memories’ hosting ‘SNL’
Actor Jesse Eisenberg, who wrote and stars in “A Real Pain,” joins TODAY’s Jenna Bush Hager and guest co-host Amy Poehler to talk about the Oscar-nominated movie and why he has “bad memories” ...NBC News - Feb. 10 -
Thursday Briefing: Trump and Zelensky Feud Over Peace Talks
Plus, Cambodia’s returned treasures.The New York Times - Feb. 19 -
Right-Wing Media Praises U.S.-Russia Talks as ‘Breath of Fresh Air’
Many of President Trump’s media allies were quick to celebrate this week’s negotiations, a contrast to the deep unease expressed by the foreign policy establishment.The New York Times - Feb. 20 -
‘Interesting discussions’: Donald Trump and Tiger Woods hold talks on golf’s rift
Woods joins PGA delegation at White House on Thursday LIV representatives also present in Washington Donald Trump’s involvement in professional golf’s peace talks has ramped up, with Tiger Woods ...The Guardian - Feb. 20 -
As Russia Talks Peace, Moscow Threatens New Ukraine Region
Moscow’s forces are three miles from Dnipropetrovsk, a province they have never invaded. If they cross in, the advance would be a morale blow to Ukraine and complicate any territorial negotiations.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
‘Like a cruel auction’: what Ukrainians think of Trump’s peace talks with Putin
Ukrainians inside the country and abroad express their hopelessness, anger and defiance at negotiations between Washington and Moscow. Europe live – latest updates “I don’t think that this ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
U.S. envoy says talks with Ukraine are positive amid Trump criticism of Zelenskyy
Ukraine and European allies are being vigilant after a meeting between U.S. Envoy to Ukraine Keith Kellogg and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Kellogg praised what he called a "positive" ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Kovać talks injuries and young stars ahead of clash with Union Berlin
Borussia Dortmund head trainer Niko Kovać addressed the press ahead of their clash with Union Berlin on Saturday.Despite seeing off Sporting CP to progress to the next round in the Champions League ...Yahoo Sports - Feb. 21 -
Trump says he's had 'good talks' with Putin but not Ukraine
President Donald Trump said he's had "good talks" with Russia's Vladimir Putin but not with Ukraine, and that he's "sick" of how Volodymyr Zelenskyy has handled the war.ABC News - Feb. 21 -
To make lasting changes, Trump should talk to these 6 Democrats
President Trump's willingness to work with Democrats on immigration policy could be a step towards permanent changes, but his window for cooperation may be closing as Republican leadership ices ...The Hill - Feb. 22 -
Keir Starmer lays down Ukraine peace demand ahead of Trump talks
Kyiv ‘must be at the heart of negotiations’ says PM as foreign secretary announces new Russia sanctions. Keir Starmer has raised the stakes before a crucial meeting in Washington with the US ...The Guardian - Feb. 22 -
We need to talk about the F word (‘friction’ in enterprise, that is)
Only by bringing friction back into the conversation can we responsibly build out new technologies with growth potential and staying power.VentureBeat - Feb. 22 -
Party of one: Donald Trump’s 75 minutes at CPAC talking about himself
Contemptuous and sure of himself, the US president boasted of his victories and taunted his enemies. God save the king. Drunk on power, Donald Trump spent Saturday afternoon before adoring fans, ...The Guardian - Feb. 23 -
I'll back Ukraine in talks with Trump, Starmer tells Zelensky
The prime minister called Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky for the second time in four days.BBC News - Feb. 23 -
Russians hoping for peace talks and ‘universal joy’ – but will western brands return?
Following last week’s US-Russia talks, the mood in Moscow suggests many are beginning to think about what a post-war reality might look like. After three years of war and western isolation, ...The Guardian - Feb. 23 -
Trump right to engage Putin on peace talks, says minister
Bridget Phillipson says the US thawing diplomatic ties with Putin "brought Russians to the table".BBC News - Feb. 23 -
Jeffries says Trump trying to 'disorient' with talk of third term, being king
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) on Sunday said President Trump is trying to “disorient” by talking about a third term and being a king. “Donald Trump made repeated comments this week ...The Hill - Feb. 23 -
Trump envoy Steve Witkoff on Israel-Hamas talks, meeting with Putin
Steve Witkoff, President Trump's special envoy to the Middle East, described the next phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, his 3.5-hour meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin and the ...CBS News - Feb. 23 -
UK and India relaunch trade talks in bid to boost investment opportunities
British government has pinpointed world’s most populous country as key export market for its businessesFinancial Times - Feb. 23 -
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Five talking points from round three of Six Nations
Here's our round-up of the big talking points from the third round of fixtures in the 2025 tournament.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action
Gunners lose their heads while Mohamed Salah outperforms Kevin De Bruyne in Liverpool’s triumph. Premier League top scorers | Latest table | Full fixtures Kevin De Bruyne and Mohamed Salah ...The Guardian - Feb. 24 -
Embattled Wood Group enters takeover talks with UAE’s Sidara
Middle Eastern company makes fresh approach after walking away from offer last yearFinancial Times - Feb. 24