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A toxic stew of grievance, violence and social media
It’s no wonder extreme ideas that used to be confined to the shadows now feel mainstream.The Hill - 2d -
Pelicot rape trial: ‘I never regretted my decision to go public,’ says Gisèle Pelicot as husband and 50 others found guilty
‘I took on this battle’ for my children and grandchildren, says Gisèle Pelicot in first comments after all 51 men found guilty. Gisèle Pelicot rape trial: husband jailed for 20 years as all 51 ...The Guardian - 2d -
What Internet Fandoms and Communities Can Tell Us About 2025
Fashion, stan, and other online spaces offer clues to what will dominate next year in politics—for better or, in some cases, much worse.Wired - 2d -
As Online Fandom Persists, UnitedHealthcare Blocks Sale of a Pro-Mangione T-Shirt
In the wake of the shooting of its CEO, UnitedHealthcare is having a difficult time managing its public image, but is using copyright law to block the sale of a T-shirt really going to help?Inc. - 3d -
Done With Never Trump
There’s plenty to dislike and fear about Trump, but Never Trumpers overstated our case, defeating our purpose.The New York Times - 3d -
From Joker and Harley Quinn to Dylan and the '60s, these costumes had a lot to live up to
Costume designer Arianne Phillips wasn't (too) intimidated by dressing a criminally insane couple and a Nobel Prize-winning music legend.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Never ever make predictions
Especially about interest ratesFinancial Times - 3d -
The N.F.L. Star With Tattoos of Hobbes, the Joker and Godzilla
George Kittle divides his tattoos between a good-guy arm and a bad-guy arm.The New York Times - 4d -
Matilda Djerf Apologizes Amid Claims of Workplace Toxicity
The popular Swedish influencer began a fashion brand in 2019. Some employees say working there wasn’t as great as it looked on social media.The New York Times - 4d -
8 things you should never say to a credit card debt collector
Saying the wrong thing could accidentally validate an expired debt or waive important legal rights.CBS News - 4d -
Outsiders Panicked About the Bucks. Giannis Antetokounmpo Never Did.
After a 1-6 start to the season, Milwaukee is 14-11 and in the N.B.A. Cup final.The New York Times - 4d -
Trump calls Canadian minister's behavior 'totally toxic'
President-elect Trump labeled former Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's behavior as “totally toxic” and argued it is detrimental to the country's dealmaking with the U.S. shortly ...The Hill - 4d -
It’s Time to Talk About Pornography, Scholars Say
More adolescents than ever are watching it. What’s needed, researchers say, are frank conversations and “porn literacy.”The New York Times - 5d -
Mayorkas says federal authorities are addressing New Jersey drone sightings
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said the federal government is taking action to address the drone sightings that have prompted concern in New Jersey.ABC News - 6d -
Friend with benefits? Ask Prince Andrew | Alison Phillips
Only the disgraced prince would be daft enough to invite an alleged spy for China to his 60th birthday party . Here’s a festive quiz for all the family.. Is Prince Andrew: Continue reading...The Guardian - Dec. 14 -
Impeached South Korean president says he will 'never give up,' calls for stability during his 'temporary' pause
Impeached South Korean president says he will 'never give up,' calls for stability during his 'temporary' pauseABC News - Dec. 14 -
Rich Rodriguez says he 'should've never left' West Virginia, has quip for heckler at intro presser
Rodriguez got emotional over the warm welcome at his introductory press conference.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 14 -
The dark fandom behind CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione
Online adulation painting Luigi Mangione as a folk hero and fuelled by health system anger has worried authorities.BBC News - Dec. 13 -
Ruben Amorim insists he never spoke to Manchester City about manager’s job
Amorim was linked with City amid Guardiola uncertainty Manchester United manager faces first derby on Sunday Ruben Amorim has insisted he never spoke to Manchester City about becoming Pep ...The Guardian - Dec. 13 -
UnitedHealth leader addresses CEO murder, says health care system flawed
Andrew Witty, the CEO of UnitedHealth Group, memorialized slain executive Brian Thompson in an op-ed and acknowledged industry flaws.CBS News - Dec. 13 -
UnitedHealth Group CEO addresses Brian Thompson death, says health-care system is 'flawed'
In a New York Times opinion piece, Witty made his first public comments since last week's fatal shooting of Thompson.CNBC - Dec. 13 -
Democrats failed to address voters’ ‘despair’, says top Joe Biden official
Energy secretary Jennifer Granholm says Donald Trump listened better to suffering rust-belt communitiesFinancial Times - Dec. 13 -
UnitedHealthcare says CEO shooting suspect was never their client
Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old suspected of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, reportedly did not have insurance through the company, according to NBC News. UnitedHealth Group said there ...The Hill - Dec. 13 -
Top 10 Gaming Franchises Of 2024, According To Fandom
On top GameSpot's parent company, Fandom, has released the result of its annual ranking for the top franchises in entertainment, including the top gaming, movie, TV, and overall media ...GameSpot - Dec. 12 -
Pentagon addresses drones over New Jersey, says there's no Iranian ship off U.S. coast
Deputy Pentagon press secretary Sabrina Singh said Wednesday that there's no evidence the drones spotted over New Jersey are coming from a foreign entity and flatly denied that there's an Iranian ...CBS News - Dec. 12 -
'I wish I never got that loan': Small businesses say Covid loan repayments became a nightmare
Small-business owners say their Covid disaster loans were wrongly deemed delinquent or in default as a result of errors by the Small Business Administration.NBC News - Dec. 10 -
Wes Phillips: Sam Darnold no longer has to worry about his future after proving he can play
Sam Darnold signed a one-year, $4.5 million deal to be a backup with the 49ers before the 2023 season.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 10 -
Chelsea’s Todd Boehly enters Telegraph newspaper auction
US billionaire’s late move could disrupt bid by media executive Dovid EfuneFinancial Times - Dec. 9 -
Trump says some parts of Project 2025 are ‘very good’ but he’s ‘never seen it’
President-elect Donald Trump discusses the conservative policy blueprint “Project 2025,” during an exclusive interview with Meet the Press.NBC News - Dec. 8 -
Rob Gronkowski says Joe Burrow tried to recruit him to Bengals, but legendary TE never answered QB's text
Rob Gronkowski almost ended up in CincinnatiCBS Sports - Dec. 6 -
Jeff Bezos Says He’s ‘Optimistic’ About Trump’s Goal of Cutting Regulations
‘If I can help do that, I’m going to help him,’ the Amazon founder said of the incoming president’s deregulatory initiative.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
YMCA has never been gay, says the song’s lyricist and singer
Victor Willis of Village People says the hit is an anthem to Black male friendship – and his wife threatens to sue those who say otherwise. If you thought that YMCA by Village People was a gay ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
Boeing whistleblower says company's "toxic culture" threatened workers' safety
A Boeing Space whistleblower spoke out about alleged retaliation he faced from the company, claiming there was a "toxic culture" that threatened workers' safety. The accusation comes as the company ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Dragon Age: The Veilguard Was Never Going To Live Up To Fan Hype, Dev Says
After a nearly 10-year gap between games, Dragon Age: The Veilguard finally arrived at the end of October. While the previous game, Dragon Age: Inquisition , is now regarded as a classic in the ...GameSpot - Dec. 4 -
Hegseth says he won't back down as questions about nomination mount
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump’s pick for Defense secretary, said Wednesday that he won’t back down amid growing scrutiny over his nomination. Hegseth posted a photograph of himself in the ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Dean Phillips: Biden’s pardon of son Hunter was 'tragic'
"I'm afraid we're taking some really dark turns," Phillips told NewsNation's "On Balance."The Hill - Dec. 4 -
What Trump’s Cabinet Picks Say About Climate Change
President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet would include one person who calls global warming an “existential” threat and some who don’t accept it as a problem at all.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Chuck Todd: The Trumpification of Joe Biden
President Joe Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter has earned plenty of criticism — and most of it, even the harsh partisan-tinged kind of criticism, has real merit.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Canada's Trudeau Says He Addressed Trade Irritants With Trump
In his first public comments about his dinner last week with President-elect Donald Trump, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he addressed trade issues related to steel, aluminum, energy ...The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 3 -
What the leading ‘just war’ theorist says about the strategies of Hamas and Israel
Michael Walzer argues that Hamas’s strategy in the Gaza war is to deliberately “put civilians at risk for political gain.”The Hill - Dec. 3
