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Influencer's brand faces backlash over bullying claims
Fans are outraged by allegations of body-shaming and a toxic workplace at fashion company Djerf Avenue.BBC News - 9h -
Milei, Musk and Maga: Is Argentina influencing the US?
As Argentina's libertarian President Javier Milei marks one year in office, his policies are keenly observed in the US.BBC News - 11h -
Argentina’s president Javier Milei given Italian citizenship, sparking outrage
Some angry that politician with Italian roots easily obtained citizenship while on trip to meet PM Giorgia Meloni. Italy ’s government has granted citizenship to Argentina’s president, Javier ...The Guardian - 15h -
Milei Tames Inflation in Argentina With Painful Policies, Sparking Applause and Anger
A year after becoming president, Javier Milei has been praised inside and outside Argentina for reining in galloping inflation. But his economic policies have inflicted widespread hardship.The New York Times - 1d -
Could Trump’s Time magazine Person of the Year cover outsell Taylor Swift’s — or have we hit MAGA-merch fatigue?
The issue featuring Donald Trump on the cover hits newsstands on Dec. 20.MarketWatch - 21h -
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New Zealand official reverses visa refusal for US conservative influencer Candace Owens
New Zealand's Associate Immigration Minister Chris Penk has overturned a visa refusal for the U_S_ conservative commentator Candace Owens, citing “the importance of free speech."ABC News - 2d -
New Zealand official reverses visa refusal for US conservative influencer Candace Owens
New Zealand's Associate Immigration Minister Chris Penk has overturned a visa refusal for the U_S_ conservative commentator Candace Owens, citing “the importance of free speech."ABC News - 2d -
Argentina accuses Venezuela of harassing opposition members sheltering at its embassy in Caracas
The government of Argentina has accused its Venezuelan counterpart of continually harassing six members of the political opposition who have been sheltering for months in the Argentine diplomatic ...ABC News - 2d -
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GOP senators change tune over Trump Cabinet picks after MAGA pressure
A pressure campaign from allies of Donald Trump toward Senate skeptics of some of his Cabinet picks appears to be starting to pay offABC News - 2d -
‘Making Argentina great again’? What a year under a climate-change denying president has done for the country
Javier Milei’s push for extraction and cuts to land protections have left people fearing for their way of life – and environmentalists concerned about the future. Like many who follow Mapuche ...The Guardian - 2d -
Tesla Owners Use Bumper Stickers to Express Feelings About Elon Musk
As Elon Musk has become a key player in President-elect Donald J. Trump’s world, Tesla owners are marking their cars to signify where they stand — for or against.The New York Times - 2d -
Influencer 101
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Social media influencer a growing career choice A growing number of universities are looking at classes ...The Hill - 3d -
French rugby players are cleared of sexual assault in Argentina
An Argentine court has dropped aggravated sexual assault charges against two professional French rugby players accused of raping a woman after a match in the country earlier this yearABC News - 3d -
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Maga on the River Plate as global populist right descends on Argentina
CPAC jamboree draws big names from Trump world as Milei positions Buenos Aires as international conservative hub. At the entrance to the office of Argentina’s minister of deregulation a biography ...The Guardian - 3d -
How Being an Influencer Became a New American Dream
Two preteen girls promote fashion and beauty products to thousands of online fans from their rural Alabama home.The New York Times - 3d -
Argentina’s Milei marks one year in office. Here's how his shock measures are reshaping the economy
When libertarian President Javier Milei assumed office one year ago, Argentine supermarkets were marking price increases almost dailyABC News - 4d -
Argentina: has Javier Milei proved his critics wrong?
In his first year, the libertarian president has stabilised a turbulent economy, while retaining the support of half the population. But big challenges loomFinancial Times - 4d -
Musk revives KOSA
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Musk weighs in on KOSA Elon Musk joined in on the pressure campaign on House Republicans to pass the Kids ...The Hill - 4d -
How Russia-backed influencers meddled in Romania’s vote
Bucharest scrapped presidential election after ‘illegal’ social media campaign used tactics seen in Moldova pollFinancial Times - 4d -
Should I wear my Trump MAGA hat to work?
“I saw a couple of colleagues wearing Kamala pins before the election, but I have not seen one Trump hat.”MarketWatch - 6d -
Revealed: the tech bosses who poured $394.1m into US election - and how they compared to Elon Musk
FEC filings offer only a glimpse of the money tech is pouring into Washington as it seeks to influence government. Silicon Valley poured more than $394.1m into the US presidential election this ...The Guardian - 6d -
Influencers selling fake cures for polycystic ovary syndrome
Influencers posing as medical experts are exploiting the lack of easy solutions for PCOS by selling fake cures.BBC News - Dec. 7 -
Romania Scraps Election After Russian Influence Allegations
The presidential election was canceled after the government accused Moscow of a TikTok campaign to propel a pro-Kremlin candidate to the fore.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 6 -
Israel seeks Elon Musk’s influence in resolving hostage situation in Gaza
SpaceX head has had Trump’s ear since election, and Israel hopes he can convince president-elect to pursue a deal. Israel has sought to enlist Elon Musk ’s help in reviving hostage negotiations ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
Musk signals he won't use growing influence to go after competitors
Elon Musk indicated Friday that he will not use his growing influence in the Trump administration to hurt or seek revenge on his industry competitors. In a post on his social platform X, Musk ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
Trump’s Allies Go Global: ‘Make Argentina Great Again’
At its international conferences, CPAC is giving a stage to right-wing politicians and hunting for ideas for use back home.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Syrian Rebel Offensive Bolsters Turkey's Geopolitical Influence
NATO member Turkey has longstanding relations with the rebels who entered Hama and captured Aleppo days earlier.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 6 -
Mike Johnson and Elon Musk tell US federal staff to get back to the office
Republican House Speaker backs billionaire entrepreneur’s government efficiency driveFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
Musk meets with Thune at the Capitol
Elon Musk, the co-head of President-elect Trump’s new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), met with incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) Thursday morning ahead of meetings ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
O'Reilly: Hegseth pick a message to MAGA that Trump wants to 'blow up' swamp
Hegseth will not be the next secretary of defense," O'Reilly said Wednesday on "CUOMO."The Hill - Dec. 5 -
6 voices who can bridge the divide between MAGA and Ukraine
KYIV — The abrupt, temporary closure of the U.S. embassy here late last month has served little purpose beyond feeding Russian fearmongering. It seems an appropriate coda to the Biden ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Marc Andreessen helps to recruit staff for Musk’s US cost-cutting body
Venture capitalist has role in interviewing and identifying candidates for new Department for Government EfficiencyFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
Sam Altman brushes off Musk's influence in Trump administration amid tension
Sam Altman, the CEO of tech company OpenAI, brushed off tech billionaire Elon Musk's influence in the upcoming Trump administration, according to a Wednesday report from The New York Times. Altman ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
OpenAI CEO 'not that worried' about Elon Musk's influence in Trump administration
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is locked in a legal dispute with rival Elon MuskABC News - Dec. 4 -
7 tips from a tax influencer as she approaches retirement at 70
Phyllis Jo Kubey is still on a continuing education journey as retirement loomsMarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
Rebel offensive boosts Turkey’s influence in Syria
Ankara, long a backer of opposition groups, sees chance to push back Kurdish militants and force Assad to negotiateFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Elon Musk’s $56bn Tesla pay package rejected again by US judge
Kathaleen McCormick in Delaware rules Musk not entitled to vast sum despite Tesla shareholders voting to reinstate it. A judge ruled on Monday that Tesla chief executive Elon Musk is still not ...The Guardian - Dec. 2
