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‘Everything is political’: how film can guide us through difficult times
As Trump’s divisive second term threatens the liberties of many Americans, movies from Z to Spartacus to V for Vendetta have become more and more relevant. From its opening frame, Costa-Gavras’s ...The Guardian - 8h -
EU drops plans to hit American bourbon with retaliatory tariffs
Drink removed from draft list after lobbying from whiskey-making Ireland and wine-producing Italy and France. US politics live – latest updates Amid the economic maelstrom of Donald Trump’s ...The Guardian - 2h -
Why Fed Chair Powell wears purple ties — 'It's not that we are bipartisan, we are non-political'
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has maintained that politics will not play a role in the FOMC’s policy decisions, even as pressure mounts.CNBC - 1d -
How Japan Built a 3D-Printed Train Station in 6 Hours
As Japan’s population shrinks, maintaining rail service in remote small towns is becoming a challenge. Is this the answer?The New York Times - 11h -
Trump's tariffs: How American families, parents will be impacted
The Trump administration's introduction of new tariffs will impact American families and parents as prices rise.ABC News - 16h -
Americans deeply divided on tariffs, foreign alliances: Poll
Americans are deeply divided along partisan lines about tariffs and the U.S.'s foreign alliances, according to a new poll. In the poll from The Wall Street Journal, 77 percent of Republican voters ...The Hill - 15h -
American academic held in Thailand charged with insulting monarchy
Paul Chambers detained under strict lese-majesty law, which can lead to 15 years in jail on a single charge. A prominent American academic has been detained in Thailand after being charged with ...The Guardian - 44m -
A dark hour for American science
Other countries have a chance to attract US talent driven out by Trump’s policiesFinancial Times - 2d -
Japanese American National Museum takes a stand against DOGE cuts to NEH
The National Endowment for the Humanities warned museums across the country that it was slashing funding, including money previously pledged to places such as LACMA and the Japanese American ...Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Le Pen rages against political ‘witch-hunt’ at Paris rally
Far right leader addresses supporters at demonstration after conviction that could ban her from standing for presidentFinancial Times - 1d -
Myanmar's fatal quake deepens political turmoil with no path to peace, experts say
The deadly earthquake has jolted a nation devastated by a brutal civil war that displaced millions and decimated its economy.CNBC - 1d -
Trump digs in on tariffs amid market volatility: From the Politics Desk
In today’s edition, we break down the latest fallout from Washington to Wall Street as President Donald Trump forges ahead with new tariffs that have led to global economic uncertainty.NBC News - 18h -
An American is arrested in India after trying to make contact with an isolated tribe
Indian police have arrested a 24-year-old American Youtuber who visited an off-limits island in the Indian ocean to try to establish contact with an isolated tribe known for attacking intrudersABC News - 1d -
Trump on possibility of sending American inmates to El Salvador prison: 'I love that'
President Trump said Sunday he would “love” to send American inmates to El Salvador’s mega-prison but first needs to check if it’s legal. Speaking with reporters on Air Force One, Trump was asked ...The Hill - 1d -
O'Reilly: Trump needs to tell Americans, 'Look, I know you're suffering'
Commentator Bill O’Reilly said late Monday that President Trump needs to appeal to Americans personally and acknowledge the short-term pain they’re experiencing as a result of his tariffs. In an ...The Hill - 1h -
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says Americans ready to retire aren't worried about 'day-to-day' market fluctuations
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent dismissed concerns Americans might be having about a potential impending recession and the status of their retirement plans.NBC News - 2d -
Vote for the Daily American Somerset County Athlete of the Week for March 31 to April 5
VOTE for the Daily American Somerset County Female and Male Athlete of the Week for March 31 to April 5Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Governor signs bill to provide 'turquoise alert' when Native Americans go missing
New Mexico's governor has signed a bill to create a “turquoise alert" for missing Native Americans in New MexicoABC News - 15h -
Ravens to host rising UCLA All-American linebacker on a top 30 predraft visit
After working out for 30 NFL teams last week, UCLA All-American Carson Schwesinger is in Baltimore on a top 30 predraft visit with the RavensYahoo Sports - 1d -
Ravens to host an intriguing FCS All-American offensive tackle for a top 30 predraft visit
The Baltimore Ravens will host intriguing Alabama A&M All-American offensive tackle Carson Vinson for a top 30 predraft visit this week.Yahoo Sports - 23h -
Americans who want to retire now ‘don’t look at the day-to-day fluctuations,’ Sec. Bessent says
Treasury Sec. Scott Bessent on Meet the Press responds to Americans who have seen their 401(k)s hit by President Trump’s tariffs and stock market uncertainty, claiming those who want to retire ...NBC News - 2d -
7 Americans Weigh In on Trump’s Sweeping Tariffs
Voters were bracing for the effects of President Trump’s recent tariffs in their own lives, but some said they were, for now, waiting and watching to see how all of this plays out.The New York Times - 3d -
How imported eggs saved American breakfast
Eggflation was stalled by Turkey (the country, not the bird)Financial Times - 2d -
Lawsuit Accuses Prominent Palestinian American of Supporting Hamas
The complaint against the businessman, Bashar Masri, does not say that he knew about the Oct. 7 attack in advance but does assert that he was aware of the Hamas military infrastructure at his ...The New York Times - 1d -
Reasons to Be Optimistic About a Post-American Order
Principles of free trade and cooperation have their roots in the non-Western world.The New York Times - 10h -
Tesla's June robotaxi deadline looms as political backlash builds over Elon Musk
CNBC took multiple rides with Tesla owners using Full Self-Driving (Supervised), experiencing its strengths, weaknesses and ongoing evolution.CNBC - 3d -
Le Pen vows to fight ‘political’ ruling, as France’s main parties stage rival rallies
Far-right leader tells supporters she is victim of ‘witch-hunt’, while radical left says RN’s mask has slipped. • What is Marine Le Pen guilty of in National Rally embezzlement case? . The French ...The Guardian - 1d -
The one change that worked: I quit fighting about politics with my friends and family
I was always up for a fierce dinner-table debate – but if differences are aired without ever reaching a resolution, what’s the point?. I hate confrontation. Even a whiff of beef can keep me up at ...The Guardian - 1d -
Trump’s tariffs are ‘teeing up a nationwide recession’, says Chuck Schumer – US politics live
House democratic leaders also condemn tariffs as group backed by Trump allies mount legal challenge to stop tariffs. EU ministers are in Luxembourg to consider the European Union ’s response to ...The Guardian - 18h -
Jamie Dimon delivers a masterclass in managing up
JPMorgan chief’s letter to shareholders is an exercise in blending in with the political wallpaperFinancial Times - 23h -
The Stars Come Out for George Clooney’s ‘Good Night, and Good Luck’ Opening
As a play with parallels to today’s political climate had its official Broadway premiere, famous friends celebrated its star, George Clooney. He brushed aside talk of a political future.The New York Times - 4d -
"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to ...CBS News - 2d -
UK wealth managers say American clients are moving money to Britain
Response to Donald Trump’s second term has been greater, according to executivesFinancial Times - 2d -
Americans Wrestle With How Trump’s Tariffs May Change Shopping Lists
In the first weekend since President Trump unveiled broad tariffs, many shoppers sought to get ahead of expected price increases, while others showed patience.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump tells Americans to "hang tough" as 10% universal tariffs take effect
Countries targeted by President Trump for higher so-called reciprocal tariffs are due to go into effect on Wednesday.CBS News - 1d -
Palestinian-American boy killed by Israeli forces in West Bank
The Israeli military says its troops shot Omar Rabea, 14, and two other boys because they were throwing stones towards a highway.BBC News - 1d -
American readers worry tariffs will turn the page on affordable reading
President Donald Trump’s tariffs have some of the internet’s most voracious readers worried: the price of books and access to them could be changed significantly.NBC News - 21h -
Delaware Afro-American Sports Hall of Fame to induct these 12
Former Sanford School basketball standout Monick Foote, Delaware State running back Gene Lake among the honoreesYahoo Sports - 7h -
American Whiskey Distillers Brace for Trump’s 2nd Trade War
The already battered spirits industry will see its supply squeezed if tariffs raise import costs and other countries’ retaliation closes off export markets.The New York Times - 3h
