Politics

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Emmie @Emmie - over 5 years ago

After Easter attack: Lankan minister woos tourists with special packages, promise of safety

After Easter attack: Lankan minister woos tourists with special packages, promise of safetyWith tourism, Sri Lanka’s big revenue earner, taking a hit after the April 21 Easter Sunday terror bombings that killed over 250, Sri Lankan Minister of Tourism and Christian Religi...continued

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Webster @Webster - over 2 years ago

Former Wildrose leader Danielle Smith returns to politics with eyes on UCP leadership - Calgary H...

Former Wildrose leader Danielle Smith returns to politics with eyes on UCP leadership Calgary Herald Danielle Smith returning to politics with sights on UCP leadership CBC.ca Former Wildrose party leader Danielle Smith to announc…

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Manley @Manley - over 2 years ago

Explainer: How abortion became a divisive issue in U.S. politics - Reuters.com

Since the U.S. Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade decision legalized abortion nationwide in 1973, the issue has become one of the defining fault lines in U.S. politics, with Democratic politicians firmly supporting abortion rights and Republican lawmakers lining up …

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Alexie @Alexie - over 5 years ago

Haas' title sponsor asserts commitment to team after 'rogue' tweet

Haas' title sponsor asserts commitment to team after 'rogue' tweetSILVERSTONE, U.K -- The shareholders of Haas' title sponsor Rich Energy has reaffirmed their commitment to the American team and distanced itself from an announcement appearing to suggest its partnership ha...continued

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Zackery @Zackery - over 2 years ago

With ‘Stealth Politics,’ Billionaires Make Sure Their Money Talks

What do they actually want?

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Teagan @Teagan - 9 months ago

The TikTok ban chaos — explained in 60 seconds

The politics and logistics of the proposed law that could ban TikTok, explained in plain English.

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Mariano @Mariano - about 1 year ago

Fugees rapper says lawyer's use of AI helped tank his case, pushes for new trial

The trial of a Fugees rapper, who was convicted in multimillion-dollar political conspiracies, stretched across the worlds of politics and entertainment

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Webster @Webster - over 4 years ago

Jay Inslee's Climate Team Dropped a Roadmap for a Post-Coronavirus Green Recovery

Photo : GettyThere’s been a Jay Inslee-sized hole in the presidential race politics ever since the Washington governor dropped out the race last August. He’s got his hands full now with effectively managing the coronavirus outbreak, but the people behind his climate plan ...continued

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Kari @Kari - almost 3 years ago

‘One rule for them’: how a simple slogan helped change the political landscape | Ben Nunn

Keir Starmer’s former communications director explains why Labour activists are right to end the year on an optimistic noteThere are two fundamental truths that I’ve learned during my time in politics. First, the best leaders are those who see politics in the…

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Nelson @Nelson - almost 3 years ago

Cruel ministers have made citizenship a tool of dirty politics | Zoe Williams

If the nationality and borders bill is passed, it will put millions of people in Britain in fear of repatriation and deportationWhen the order was made to deprive Shamima Begum of her British citizenship in February 2019, it seemed gestural and unlikely to st…

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Rose @Rose - over 2 years ago

Being ‘economical with the truth’ has a long history in British politics – but enough is enough |...

Liz Truss’s claim that tax cuts will reduce inflation are eerily reminiscent of Boris Johnson’s infamous styleBoris Johnson was a liar and had to go. It appears they are allowed to say that even in the Palace of Westminster, in certain circumstances, where di…

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Angus @Angus - over 5 years ago

Germany’s Ursula von der Leyen mooted as EU Commission chief

Germany’s Ursula von der Leyen mooted as EU Commission chiefGerman defence minister Ursula von der Leyen has emerged as a leading contender to head up the European Commission as part of a proposal to break a summit stalemate over who should lead the EU’s top institutions....continued

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Joe @Joe - about 1 year ago

Content Farms Are Using AI Chatbots to Plagiarize News Outlets

Online content farms are using AI chatbots to “scramble and rewrite” thousands of news stories from major publications like The New York Times and republish them to earn advertising revenue, according to a new report from misinformation monitor NewsGuard. The…

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Garnet @Garnet - over 1 year ago

What’s Up With Kevin McCarthy Nibbling on That Baby’s Hand?

American politics would be drastically improved if there were more babies around.

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Torey @Torey - over 5 years ago

Theresa May slams uncompromising populists in final major speech as PM

Theresa May slams uncompromising populists in final major speech as PMTheresa May hit out at the growing “uncompromising absolutism” of politics as she reflected on her failure to deliver Brexit in her final major speech as Prime Minister.In what is set to be her valedict...continued

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Ryleigh @Ryleigh - over 2 years ago

Analysis: Tesla brand threatened by Musk harassment claim, criticism of Democrats - Reuters

Elon Musk has made a name for himself and Tesla by breaking the rules, but the billionaire's latest comments on politics and a claim of sexual harassment against him that he said is untrue may hurt the brand in the eyes of some car owners and employees.

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Josiah @Josiah - over 2 years ago

Analysis: Biden's Taiwan remarks show conviction to defend island but carry risks - Reuters

There is an old saying in politics that a gaffe is when a politician says what they really mean. And critics of U.S. President Joe Biden say he has made his fair share when it comes to Taiwan.

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Jeffrey @Jeffrey - over 5 years ago

Cardinal critiques Amazon synod working doc as heretical apostasy,...

Cardinal critiques Amazon synod working doc as hereticalapostasy, ...PETITION: Support Cardinal who is condemning Amazon synod working doc as apostasy. Sign the petition here.June 27, 2019 (LifeSiteNews) Cardinal Walter Brandmüller, one of the two remaining dubia c...continued

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Elvie @Elvie - about 1 year ago

Super Apps Are Terrible for People—and Great for Companies

Apps that offer to "do it all" will subject users to even more exploitation and surveillance, while large tech companies profit.

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Zetta @Zetta - 6 months ago

Mordaunt says Sunak leaving D-Day event was 'wrong'

Ms Mordaunt said it was right that Rishi Sunak apologised not only to veterans but to the public.

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Raoul @Raoul - over 3 years ago

'The Handmaid's Tale' Hits Hard in Covid-Era America

Hulu's adaptation of Margaret Atwood's book has always felt of-the-moment—now more than ever.

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Giovanni @Giovanni - over 3 years ago

How Trump reeled in over $100 million, televangelist style

Some televangelists have played the promise-the-moon game for decades, roiling the faithful and creating enemies whom they can only vanquish if they have the private aircraft, luxury cars and mansions to do so. But the man of the moment in the evangelize-for-…

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Raoul @Raoul - over 5 years ago

Rosie O'Donnell wishes Meghan McCain 'wouldn't be mean to Joy Behar' on 'The View'

Meghan McCain should 'respect' Joy Behar, Rosie O'Donnell saysThe vibe between Meghan McCain and Joy Behar on "The View" has Rosie O'Donnell, a former host on the daytime talk show, feeling conflicted."The View" vet, 57, went on "Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen" o...continued

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Angus @Angus - almost 3 years ago

Analysis: Lebanon slips further into Iran's orbit as Hariri bows out - Reuters

A decision by Sunni Muslim leader Saad al-Hariri to step away from Lebanese politics opens the way for Shi'ite Hezbollah to extend its already deep sway over the country, rendering it ever more a bastion of Iranian influence on the Mediterranean.

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Monserrat @Monserrat - almost 3 years ago

Democracy Lives In Darkness review: how to take politics off the holiday dinner table

Emily Van Duyn’s study of a group of liberal women in rural Texas is thought-provoking reading for the holiday periodFrom Peril to Betrayal: the year in US politics booksIn 2015, Saturday Night Live spoofed the rancorous political arguments …

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