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How Trump’s Win Is Explained by Right and Left Media Outlets

Media outlets on the right said Mr. Trump won because of the left’s embrace of what they called extreme political views. Left-leaning outlets offered a broader variety of explanations.

Business - The New York Times - 5 days ago

In New York, a constitutional amendment provides election fodder for the left and the right

Democrats pushed to get a constitutional amendment on New York’s ballot this November because they believed it could energize liberals eager to protect abortion rights

Health - ABC News - October 20

Harris’s Hope: Getting Right-Leaning Voters to Shift to the Left

Democrats see a narrow opening to peel away center-right voters bothered by abortion bans and by the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 2

Drop-Off in Democratic Votes Ignites Conspiracy Theories on Left and Right

There is nothing suspicious about the shift in Democratic fortunes. But partisans from across the spectrum are questioning the results, for different reasons.

Tech - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Decades after Carson left late night, his influence endures. Jimmy Kimmel and Jay Leno explain why

With the publication of 'Carson the Magnificent,' late-night hosts past and present explain the enduring influence of 'The Tonight Show' host from 1962-1992

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 5

Darren Rizzi explains how his left arm went number following first career win

New Orleans Saints interim head coach Darren Rizzi discusses the ending of his team's 20-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 10.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 3 days ago

Badenoch's win and Labour's big Budget mean we now have sharper left-right divide

With the government announcing big spending and tax, the differences between the two main parties feel sharper, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

Can you ‘undo’ political polarization? Left and right might be closer than we think, study finds

University of California, Berkeley, research shows people are committed to protecting democratic institutions despite differences. You know that uncle whose political takes threaten to turn family ...

World - The Guardian - November 3

Left, right, Harris, Trump: all prisoners of political nostalgia in an era few understand | Rafael Behr

The digital age has turbo-boosted extremism, and analogue democracy is struggling to keep up. Donald Trump’s record of refusal to concede defeat after the last US election should have disqualified ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

Far-right leaders are winning across the globe. Blaming ‘the economy’ or ‘the left-behinds’ won’t cut it | Richard Seymour

The economy matters, but the likes of Trump succeed by offering voters revenge for problems both real and imagined. Donald Trump, for the first time, won a majority of the popular vote. He took the ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

The Climate Election: Immigration, explained

Immigration remains among the top concerns for voters in the 2024 election. But when it comes to policy, many ignore a key reason why people are forced to leave their homes — climate change. ...

A Book that Explains the 2024 Campaign

We’re covering America’s working-class majority.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

The Climate Election: The economy, explained

The economy remains one of the top concerns for voters just a week out from Election Day, but there's a major factor that experts say could cause significant harm to it: climate change. One study ...

The Climate Election: Mining, explained

Viral claims in the wake of Hurricane Helene suggested that the government controlled the devastating storm to hit certain areas and that authorities were attempting to seize Chimney Rock, North ...

The Climate Election: Transportation, explained

Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the ...

Vance emerges as Trump's explainer-in-chief

JD Vance’s willingness to regularly take questions from mainstream news outlets has added an unofficial duty to his role as Donald Trump’s running mate: explainer-in-chief.

Politics - NBC News - October 23

Explained: The weather conditions that brought the floods

Much of the country has been badly hit by heavy rain and hailstorms, triggering rapid flooding across multiple areas.

The Complete DRAGON AGE Timeline Explained!

Tons of great lore.

Tech - GameSpot - November 1

What is left of Hamas?

Israel believes it has shattered the group’s military force in Gaza but the remnants will be harder to destroy

World - Financial Times - November 4

Four economic truths that explain the US’s bizarre election

A trip to America’s number 3 shopping mall offers answers to what’s really going on

Business - Financial Times - October 17

Why do dogs lick you? Expert explains

A dog's lick often represents affection, but there's also another reason behind the kiss that goes back to their ancestors.

Venom: The Last Dance Director Explains The Film's Ending

In the months before the release of Venom: The Last Dance , Tom Hardy repeatedly said it would be his final film as Eddie Brock/Venom. Now that the movie is in theaters, screenwriter and ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 25

Carried interest: private equity’s tax break

The lower-taxed performance fee has helped buyout firms’ executives amass personal fortunes

Business - Financial Times - October 27

What is "cuffing season"? Fall's relationship trend explained

As fall arrives, "cuffing season" begins, when singles are more focused on finding partners for the winter months.

The Climate Election: Natural disaster recovery, explained

Hurricane Helene is one of the deadliest hurricanes to make landfall in the mainland U.S. For many places across Florida, Tennessee and the Carolinas, recovery could take months or even years — and ...

Explained: what is fluoride, is it safe, and why does RFK Jr want Trump to remove it from drinking water?

Robert F Kennedy Jr, a potentially influential figure if Trump wins the US election, has called fluoride an ‘industrial waste’. Donald Trump would push to remove fluoride from drinking water on ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Quincy Jones: The songs that showcase his musical brilliance

The musician, who has died aged 91, was one of the most consequential producers in jazz and pop.

Nintendo Explains Why Acquisitions Aren't Always Best

Nintendo has commented on the possibility of acquiring more companies, saying that while it is considering all options, the Mario maker would prefer to "organically expand" instead.. As part of ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 6

Lamar at a loss to explain woes against Steelers

Heading into Sunday's showdown, Lamar Jackson is 1-3 against the Steelers and Pittsburgh is the only team against which he has thrown more interceptions (seven) than touchdown passes (four).

Sports - ESPN - 2 hours ago

The Conservatives’ deepening turn to the right

Kemi Badenoch’s task is to restore the party’s appeal to Britain at large

Business - Financial Times - November 3

BBC reporter: 'They ransacked my home and left my town in ruins'

The BBC’s Mohanad Hashim, in Sudan for the first time since the war began, sees what has happened to his childhood neighbourhood.

The inside story of why Jonas Eidevall left Arsenal

Eidevall resigned as Arsenal manager, but what led to the decision, and how does the women's team move on?

Sports - ESPN - October 17

'Holiday home dream left us crippled with debt'

Families who lost tens of thousands of pounds buying holiday caravans want the industry to change.

As Harris Courts Republicans, the Left Grows Wary and Alienated

The vice president’s tack to the right, support for Israel in the Gaza war and incremental policy proposals have alienated progressives and raised worries about waning liberal energy.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 25

Plane left runway due to bearing failure - report

The plane came off the runway as it landed in windy conditions last year, the AAIB say.

Stephen Curry sprains left ankle in Warriors' loss

Stephen Curry injured his left ankle late in the third quarter of a 112-104 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, tried to return then sat down again and left the court

Sports - ABC News - October 28

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