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The economic consequences of a mad king
Trump’s delight in doing whatever he wishes in the moment is incompatible with stability and sustained dynamismFinancial Times - 4h -
‘It never happened – but the picture says it did’: 28 fake images that fooled the world
From the pope in a puffer to the Princess of Wales and family, baby Hitler to Mussolini on horseback, people have always manipulated photographs, whether for political power, image control – or ...The Guardian - 3d -
What does China really think about Trump? They know about humiliation and won’t take it from him
Economically, the trade war may be bad news for Xi Jingping, but ideologically and politically it is a gift. Last week, Mao Ning, head of China’s foreign ministry information department, posted a ...The Guardian - 2d -
Hong Kong's biggest pro-democracy party gets mandate to move closer to disbandment
Hong Kong’s biggest pro-democracy party has received its members’ mandate to proceed with steps toward a potential disbandment, part of the erosion of political freedoms as China cracks down on ...ABC News - 2d -
Max Romeo was a great social commentator, railing against inequality and discord
The reggae singer best known for War Ina Babylon and Chase the Devil was most productive in the febrile political climate of 1970s Jamaica, but his influence remains undimmed. Jamaican reggae ...The Guardian - 2d -
Matt Gaetz Fell From Grace. But Not Too Far, Apparently.
As he strives to stay relevant, Matt Gaetz, the former Florida congressman, is showing how, in Trump World, political resurrection remains a possibility, no matter how low you go.The New York Times - 1d -
EU targets Iranian prison and justice officials over arrests of its citizens
The European Union has imposed sanctions on seven Iranian prison and justice officials over what the it says is a politically motivated campaign by the Islamic Republic to detain its citizensABC News - 1d -
Green groups sue Trump administration over climate webpage removals
The White House has pulled federal webpages tracking climate and environmental justice data. US politics live – latest updates Green groups have sued the Trump administration over the ...The Guardian - 6h -
Obama backs Harvard as Yale faculty members support standing up to Trump
Harvard faces funding freeze as Yale faculty asks leadership ‘to resist and legally challenge any unlawful demands’. US politics live – latest updates Barack Obama has come out in support of ...The Guardian - 2h -
Chris Riddell on Donald ‘Captain America’ Trump wielding his tariff shield – cartoon
Is the president really ready to do battle with China after causing global chaos and undermining the US economy?. You can buy a copy of this cartoon Continue reading...The Guardian - 3d -
Emotionally Intelligent People Practice This Underrated Habit Daily to Build Trust and Strengthen Their Relationships
Founders and business leaders, take note: Relationships are about the long game. And the more you do this, the more others will value you over time.Inc. - 2d -
Three Takeaways from the Calgary-San Jose Game (April 13) + FLAMES PLAYOFF PATHS
The Calgary Flames beat the San Jose Sharks 5-2, winning another do-or-die game and live to fight another day.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Warren Buffett’s Simple Rule for Keeping Your Cool (And Leading With Emotional Intelligence)
A simple, powerful lesson from his mentor Tom Murphy helped Buffett become a calmer, wiser leader. It can do the same for you.Inc. - 1d -
Trump Wants to Reverse Coal’s Long Decline. It Won’t be Easy.
Coal has been displaced by cheap and plentiful natural gas and the rapid growth of wind and solar energy — forces that President Trump will struggle to do away with.The New York Times - 1d -
Highly successful people swear by this 'counterintuitive' rule when they feel overwhelmed, says expert
"I've found that life can be much better if you give yourself permission to do things poorly," writes author and entrepreneur Chris Guillebeau.CNBC - 8h -
Buttigieg says left won't have its own Joe Rogan: 'That’s not how it works'
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said Democrats shouldn’t look for their version of podcaster Joe Rogan and instead should find other meaningful ways to connect with voters. The ...The Hill - 2d -
Sen. Cory Booker says Congress should hold hearings on whether insider trading on Trump's tariffs occurred
Sen. Cory Booker said Sunday that Congress should hold hearings and defended Democratic lawmakers' calls for investigations into any possibility of insider trading after President Donald Trump ...NBC News - 2d -
UK wants explanation after MP refused entry to Hong Kong
Ministers call denial of entry for Wera Hobhouse ‘concerning’ after she flew there to visit newborn grandson. The UK government is “greatly concerned” and wants an account of why the Liberal ...The Guardian - 2d -
Trump now owns the creaky economy, lock, stock and imported barrel
Trump's handling of the economy has led to a decline in his approval rating, with most Americans disapproving of his policies, and Democrats need to capitalize on this to win back control of Congress.The Hill - 2h -
Jaime King says 'system is really unfair' after ex-husband Kyle Newman wins primary custody
Jaime King says she 'will do everything in my power to change this system,' nearly a month after ex-husband Kyle Newman won primary custody of their two kids.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Five More Big Law Firms Reach Deals With Trump
Kirkland & Ellis, Latham & Watkins, A&O Shearman, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft agreed to do free legal work on causes the White House supports.The New York Times - 3d -
How to raise kind children: lead by example, talk it over … and get a dog
It is a simple and powerful way to help them feel calmer and happier, say the experts. So how do you teach kindness to kids?. In a hostile world, many parents might be anxious about how to raise a ...The Guardian - 3d -
Abandoned lynx, roaming wild boar, ‘beaver bombing’ – has rewilding got out of hand?
From unauthorised species releases to small groups buying up land, ‘guerrilla rewilding’ is going mainstream. But experts worry that these rogue efforts could do more harm than good. Visions of ...The Guardian - 3d -
What I’ve learned after 40 years as the Observer’s science editor
Almost as amazing as the knowledge we have gained in the past four decades is the fact that some people continue to deny the damage we are doing to our world. Earlier this year I received an email ...The Guardian - 2d -
Write Jon Rahm off as a golfing heavyweight at your peril
So, with the three birdies in his first three holes, maybe Jon Rahm can still do the occasional notable thing in this major malarkey and maybe those who are writing him off as a force might have ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Khanna believes manufacturing 'isn’t going to come here' due to Trump's tariffs
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) believes manufacturing “isn’t going to come” to the U.S. despite the Trump administration placing tariffs on countries to do so. Khanna, who represents Silicon Valley, ...The Hill - 2d -
Lazio Player Ratings vs Roma: Romagnoli Heroics Go in Vain
Eternal Serie A rivals Lazio and Roma shared the spoils in the 162nd edition of the iconic Derby della Capitale, a result which didn’t do any favor to either team.Buoyed by last weekend’s 1-0 triu...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Borussia Dortmund hoping for a mircale to happen against Barcelona – ‘We will get the revenge’
Despite trailing 0-4 from the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final against Barcelona, Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund are not giving up hope. While they do understand that the ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Analysis: Hamilton has finally “figured out” how his Ferrari likes to be driven
Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton realizes he needs to change his ways as team boss says “we will adapt the car to Lewis, but he also has to do a step”Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Harvard will not comply with Trump demands amid threats of funding cuts
While Paige Bueckers is expected to do well in the WNBA draft, she also just signed a deal with another league many pros play in during the offseason that pays more in one year than a rookie deal ...NBC News - 22h -
El Salvador's Bukele says he won't return Kilmar Abrego Garcia to U.S.
El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele said "of course I'm not going to do it" about returning Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man deported to an El Salvadoran prison.CBS News - 21h -
There’s AI Inside Windows Paint and Notepad Now. Here’s How to Use It
AI tools have arrived in two of the most basic and long-serving Windows utilities. Here’s what they do and how you can turn them off if you prefer.Wired - 10h -
Why was I deported from Hong Kong? There should be no more ministerial visits until the UK gets an explanation | Wera Hobhouse
The government needs to be clear-eyed about the threats China poses – not just accept them as the cost of doing business. Last week, my husband and I flew to Hong Kong with real excitement to see ...The Guardian - 7h -
Should I stay with my partner – despite the dull, dispassionate sex?
I don’t need to swing from the rafters, but I do need something more than moderately paced sex in the missionary position ... . I’m a 30-year-old man who met my current partner about ...The Guardian - 9h -
Gayle King says she can "take on anything" after space journey
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King, who before her spaceflight admitted that she's a nervous flyer, said she has a new confidence following her journey and revealed if she would do it again.CBS News - 5h -
The love that dare not speak its name: why I’m coming out as a gay man who loves Taylor Swift | Joe Stone
She is tragically mainstream, allergic to ‘serving’ on the red carpet and certainly hasn’t thrived against the odds. It’s the antithesis of gay culture – so why do I love her?. As a self-evidently ...The Guardian - 6h