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Mother Jones

Racial Justice Campaigners Were Prop. 50’s Army in the Field

On Tuesday, California voters passed Proposition 50, Gov. Gavin Newsom’s congressional redistricting proposal in response to Texas Republicans' gerrymandered map, by a sweeping 28-point margin. As I reported in October, high-profile Democratic politicians—including former President Barack Obama—were ...

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Mother Jones

Racial Justice Campaigners Were Prop. 50’s Army in the Field

Mother Jones

Respectfully, Bill Gates Needs to Shut Up

This story was originally published by Slate and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Last Tuesday, as the strongest Atlantic storm in 90 years slammed the western coast of Jamaica with 185-mph winds, Bill Gates was downplaying climate change. In a lengthy blog post published ...

11 hours ago

Mother Jones

Respectfully, Bill Gates Needs to Shut Up

Mother Jones

My Night With Sliwa Superfans

The number one thing everyone at the Curtis Sliwa election night watch party could agree on was loving Curtis Sliwa. The number two thing was hating Andrew Cuomo. Aside from that, it was kind of a mixed bag. Last night, dozens of Sliwa supporters packed into the basement of Arte Cafe, an old-school Italian ...

2 days ago

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My Night With Sliwa Superfans

Mother Jones

Maine Voters Approve New Law to Prevent Suicides and Mass Shootings

Though it was hardly a national focal point of the 2025 elections on Tuesday, Maine became the twenty-second state to adopt a “red flag” law for regulating guns, with the approval of nearly 59 percent of voters. Starting in January, Maine will allow families to petition a judge to remove firearms ...

2 days ago

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Maine Voters Approve New Law to Prevent Suicides and Mass Shootings

Mother Jones

I Checked in With Curtis Sliwa. He Still Doesn't Care What You Think.

When Curtis Sliwa called me on Wednesday afternoon, the failed New York City Republican mayoral candidate sounded chipper, even a bit boastful. "Everybody loves Curtis," Sliwa told me. "It’s just a question of getting them to vote for you." But everybody does not, in fact, love the red beret–wearing ...

2 days ago

Mother Jones

I Checked in With Curtis Sliwa. He Still Doesn't Care What You Think.

Slate

Sydney Sweeney Tried to Make Her Body Unrecognizable to Get Her First Oscar Nod. It Does Not Go Well.

Even with 30 pounds of muscle and a hair-raising wig, that’s still our gal.

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Slate

Sydney Sweeney Tried to Make Her Body Unrecognizable to Get Her First Oscar Nod. It Does Not Go Well.

Slate

Netflix’s New Frankenstein Is … Hot?

Guillermo del Toro’s Creature is a hunk for the romantasy era.

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Slate

Netflix’s New Frankenstein Is … Hot?

Slate

Why a 26-Year-Old Song Is Suddenly Everywhere

Jennifer Lawrence’s Die My Love, Celine Song’s Materialists, and Lena Dunham’s new show all commit to the same old duet, in spite of its quirkiness.

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Slate

Why a 26-Year-Old Song Is Suddenly Everywhere

Slate

Bonus: SchadenFriday | Muslim, Millennial, Mr. Mayor Mamdani

Zohran Mamdani wins, overcoming a lack of sex-pest scandals and lack of sex-pest endorsements.

6 hours ago

Slate

Bonus: SchadenFriday | Muslim, Millennial, Mr. Mayor Mamdani

Slate

I Divorced My Husband for a Selfish Reason. Now My Son Is the One Paying for It.

I feel relieved—and guilty.

6 hours ago

Slate

I Divorced My Husband for a Selfish Reason. Now My Son Is the One Paying for It.

Slate

I Had a Baby After a One-Night Stand. I’ve Just Learned Something About Their Father That I Hope They Never, Ever Find ...

I am so relieved he isn't in our lives.

7 hours ago

Slate

I Had a Baby After a One-Night Stand. I’ve Just Learned Something About Their Father That I Hope They Never, Ever Find ...

Huffpost

Prince Harry Apologizes To Canada For Wearing Dodgers Cap At World Series Game

“When you’re missing a lot of hair on top, and you’re sitting under floodlights, you’ll take any hat that’s available,” he explained to Canadian broadcaster CTV.

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Huffpost

Prince Harry Apologizes To Canada For Wearing Dodgers Cap At World Series Game

Huffpost

New Mexico Lawmakers Consider Investigating Jeffrey Epstein's Secluded Desert Ranch

Two state legislators are proposing an investigative “truth commission” to guard against sex trafficking in the future.

6 hours ago

Huffpost

New Mexico Lawmakers Consider Investigating Jeffrey Epstein's Secluded Desert Ranch

Huffpost

Air Traffic Controllers Are Resigning Due To Shutdown Stress, Union President Warns

Nick Daniels, president of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association, said workers have gone too long without paychecks to work safely.

7 hours ago

Huffpost

Air Traffic Controllers Are Resigning Due To Shutdown Stress, Union President Warns

Huffpost

Consumer Sentiment Weakens To Lowest Level In Nearly 3.5 Years, New Study Shows

The government shutdown, now in its second month, has led to cuts in benefits, including food stamps, for millions of lower-income households.

8 hours ago

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Consumer Sentiment Weakens To Lowest Level In Nearly 3.5 Years, New Study Shows

Huffpost

Barack Obama Gives Crucial Advice To Democrats Following 2025 Election Wins

The former president made a surprise appearance at a live taping of "Pod Save America" in Washington, D.C.

10 hours ago

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Barack Obama Gives Crucial Advice To Democrats Following 2025 Election Wins

Huffpost

The Kentucky Clerk Who Was Jailed For Refusing To Marry Gay Couples Is Back

Kim Davis, the thrice divorced and four times married Kentucky clerk, wants SCOTUS to repeal same-sex marriage.

13 hours ago

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The Kentucky Clerk Who Was Jailed For Refusing To Marry Gay Couples Is Back

Fox News

Dodgers' Alex Vesia reveals death of infant daughter: 'No words to describe the pain we’re going through'

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Alex Vesia announced on social media that his infant daughter Sterling died in late October, receiving support from the team.

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Dodgers' Alex Vesia reveals death of infant daughter: 'No words to describe the pain we’re going through'

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Jason Aldean performs new single at Patriot Awards, announces upcoming album release date

Jason Aldean performs new single at FOX Nation Patriot Awards and surprises fans with album announcement. "Songs About Us" drops April 24 with three tracks available now.

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Jason Aldean performs new single at Patriot Awards, announces upcoming album release date

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Cowboys' Dak Prescott shares emotional message after losing teammate Marshawn Kneeland

Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott mourned teammate Marshawn Kneeland’s death, saying he's carrying a “heavy, heavy heart" for all who loved him.

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Cowboys' Dak Prescott shares emotional message after losing teammate Marshawn Kneeland

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Israeli cycling team loses top sponsor despite honoring request to remove country from name

An Israeli cycling team lost its major sponsor Premier Tech despite agreeing to drop "Israel" from its name. The controversy highlights growing challenges for Israeli sports.

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Israeli cycling team loses top sponsor despite honoring request to remove country from name

Fox News

Billy Bob Thornton claims there's a 'prejudice in Hollywood' against Southerners

"Landman" star Billy Bob Thornton alleges an ongoing Hollywood prejudice against Southern actors on Joe Rogan's podcast, sharing how coastal bias still affects casting decisions.

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Billy Bob Thornton claims there's a 'prejudice in Hollywood' against Southerners

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Raven-Symoné defends Bill Cosby's legacy despite 'horrific' sexual assault accusations from multiple women

Raven-Symoné speaks out about the Bill Cosby controversy, urging fans to separate creator from creation while discussing the cultural impact of "The Cosby Show" on America.

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Raven-Symoné defends Bill Cosby's legacy despite 'horrific' sexual assault accusations from multiple women