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Hold On to Your Hats, America
The turmoil sweeping the world shows no sign of abeyance.The New York Times - Top stories -
The secret to Trump’s success is America’s distress
The former president’s attack against the court system is a metaphor for his hatred of the political process. His hostility to the system finds so many receptive eyes and ears. Hate doesn’t make America great but it does work well for Trump.The Hill - Politics -
AP Week in Pictures: Latin America and Caribbean
May 3-9, 2024 A rare snowfall blankets Chile's capital, Madonna’s biggest-ever concert turns Rio’s Copacabana beach into a dance floor, and floods continue to ravage Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul state. This photo gallery highlights some of the ...ABC News - World -
Corporate America Is Sitting Out the Trump-Biden Rematch
What many expect to be the most toxic presidential campaign in modern history has American businesses going to extraordinary lengths to stay off the political radar.The Wall Street Journal - World - Joe Biden -
America must counter Moscow’s ongoing advances in Africa
There is no denying that Africa is simply not high on Washington’s list of priorities.The Hill - Politics -
Does America Have the Means to Fight Again?
The production surge that let America lead the Allies to victory in World War II couldn’t be repeated today.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Here’s what TikTok is getting wrong about America
TikTok could have been a positive force for change in the U.S. tech industry.MarketWatch - Business - Tiktok -
There's Not Enough Power for America's High-Tech Ambitions
Georgia is a magnet for data centers and other cutting-edge industries, but vast electricity demands are clashing with the newcomers’ green-energy goals.The Wall Street Journal - World -
America’s biggest energy scam is happening now
The unholy alliance between America's governments and the fossil fuel industry has been going on for decades, undeterred and unpunished.The Hill - Politics -
America’s unseen book bans: the long history of censorship in prisons
Tens of thousands of books are banned in US prisons, in an often arbitrary process that limits education opportunities. On a Monday night, just after six, Alicia Williams waits for the last stragglers to take their seats in her cramped classroom ...The Guardian - World -
Behind America's divided economy: Booming luxury travel and a jump in 'relief' loans
Consumers are acting vastly different depending on income level.CNBC - Business -
We’re environmentalists: America's haphazard plastic bag bans are not working
They are disjointed and, for the average person, pretty confusing to understand — which is why they’re not working.The Hill - Politics -
America's debt tops $34 trillion, but commission to address it looks dead in Congress
A promising start has given way to challenging political realities for supporters of a bipartisan commission to tackle the federal government’s growing debt challengesABC News - Top stories -
The story of the northern California college that inspired campus protesters across America
It was supposed to be a celebration of graduation, but instead students are taking stock of a historic week of activism. The week at California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt, was supposed to be a celebratory one. In other years, the ...The Guardian - World - California -
How 20 Years of Same-Sex Marriage Changed America
Opponents warned the consequences would be dire. Now, evidence shows the effects have been largely positive.The Wall Street Journal - World -
China's regime gains more control of critical infrastructure in Latin America
China is seeking to conquer America's backyard.The Hill - Politics - China -
The great debate for every sports league and team in America: maximum profits or maximum exposure?
As modern media becomes more niche driven, teams and even leagues have to balance whether to seek the biggest TV contracts or the biggest potential audience.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
4 reasons this year's presidential election could blow up America as we know it
If Trump or Biden wins only the unpopular Electoral College but loses the popular vote — as Trump did in 2016 — Civil War-level outrage could result.The Hill - Politics -
He's America's Newest Pro Sports Star---and He's Only 14 Years Old
In the global competition for prospects, Manchester City this week locked down Cavan Sullivan, who can join the team the moment he turns 18. Until then, he’ll keep developing in the U.S.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Eye on America: Black figure skaters make history, and Ronda Rousey’s revealing new memoir
In Washington, D.C., we meet two figure skaters who are expanding access to the sport to other Black college students. Then in California, UFC legend Ronda Rousey opens up about her life and career in her vulnerable new memoir. Watch these stories ...CBS News - Top stories