Mourners gather outside a detention center in Ciudad Juarez. David Peinado/picture alliance via Getty Images Raquel Aldana, University of California, Davis The fire-related deaths of at least 39 migrants in a detention facility in Ciudad Juarez, just across the U.S. border with Mexico, will likely be found to have had several contributing … [Read more...] about Migrant deaths in Mexico put spotlight on US policy that shifted immigration enforcement south
NEW TRUMP MERCH (CARTOON AND VIDEO)
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Israeli protests over judicial overhaul continue despite Netanyahu’s pause
Published by ReutersBy Maytaal Angel JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Protests against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's judicial overhaul showed no sign of abating on Saturday, despite its suspension by the embattled premier this week, as tens of thousands took to the streets to demand it be scrapped entirely. Beset by the domestic upheaval and expressions of concern and … [Read more...] about Israeli protests over judicial overhaul continue despite Netanyahu’s pause
TRUMP IS RIGHT WHERE HE WANTS TO BE
by Carl Golden He’s rude, crude, profane and insulting. He pins derogatory nicknames on his opponents, often ridiculing their physical characteristics. He accuses the media of corruption and “an enemy of the people.” He’s under ongoing Federal and state investigations into allegations of criminal behavior and stands in the shadow of an indictment. And, as Americans … [Read more...] about TRUMP IS RIGHT WHERE HE WANTS TO BE
THE INDICTED PRESIDENTS CLUB (CARTOON, COLUMN AND VIDEO)
Donald Trump is in the Corrupt Presidents Club with Richard Nixon. Donald Trump is in the Impeached Presidents Club with Andrew Johnson and Bill Clinton. Donald Trump is in the Twice-Impeached President Club all by himself and now… He’s in the Indicted Presidents Club all by his lonesome. The Manhattan grand jury voted today to indict Donald Trump. Inside sources … [Read more...] about THE INDICTED PRESIDENTS CLUB (CARTOON, COLUMN AND VIDEO)
Why is Passover different from all other nights? 3 essential reads on the Jewish holiday
Amitai Gross reads from the Haggadah while preparing to dip parsley into salt water as part of the Passover meal, called the Seder. Marty Caivano/Digital First Media/Boulder Daily Camera via Getty Images Molly Jackson, The Conversation Boxes of matzah stacked high in grocery stores? It’s almost Passover. Wednesday, April 5, marks the first night of … [Read more...] about Why is Passover different from all other nights? 3 essential reads on the Jewish holiday
Trump indictment poses political risks for Biden
Published by AFPWashington (AFP) - Joe Biden has repeatedly said he'd like to face Donald Trump again in 2024, but the indictment of his former -- and possibly future -- opponent has opened a new box of political risks for the Democrat. On Friday morning, Biden stopped to speak with reporters as he left for a trip to survey tornado damage in Mississippi -- instead of walking … [Read more...] about Trump indictment poses political risks for Biden
Trump to face criminal charges, sending US into uncharted waters
Published by ReutersBy Karen Freifeld, Luc Cohen and Tyler Clifford NEW YORK (Reuters) - Donald Trump is due to be fingerprinted and photographed in a New York courthouse next week as he becomes the first ex-president to face criminal charges, in a case involving a 2016 hush money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels. Trump's expected appearance before a judge in Manhattan on … [Read more...] about Trump to face criminal charges, sending US into uncharted waters
Manhattan grand jury votes to indict Donald Trump, showing he, like all other presidents, is not an imperial king
Former President Donald Trump’s indictment by a Manhattan grand jury will test his legal and political power. Brandon Bell/Getty Images Shannon Bow O'Brien, The University of Texas at Austin A Manhattan grand jury voted to indict former President Donald Trump on March 30, 2023, for his alleged role in paying porn star Stormy Daniels hush … [Read more...] about Manhattan grand jury votes to indict Donald Trump, showing he, like all other presidents, is not an imperial king
Trump indictment won’t keep him from presidential race, but will make his reelection bid much harder
Former President Donald Trump has been indicted by a Manhattan grand jury. AP Photo/Evan Vucci Stefanie Lindquist, Arizona State University A Manhattan grand jury has voted to indict former President Donald Trump. The specific state charges, reports The New York Times, “remain a mystery” but will be related to the Manhattan district attorney’s … [Read more...] about Trump indictment won’t keep him from presidential race, but will make his reelection bid much harder
Boom or bust? What does Trump indictment mean for 2024 bid
Published by AFPWashington (AFP) - The historic indictment of Donald Trump is a seismic moment for the 2024 US presidential campaign, but it is impossible to predict whether the political earthquake will cause lasting damage or settle in his favor. On Thursday a New York grand jury voted to indict the twice-impeached Republican leader, who is running again for president, over a … [Read more...] about Boom or bust? What does Trump indictment mean for 2024 bid
Trump criminally charged in New York, a first for a US ex-president
Published by ReutersBy Karen Freifeld, Luc Cohen and Tyler Clifford NEW YORK (Reuters) -Donald Trump has been indicted by a Manhattan grand jury after a probe into hush money paid to porn star Stormy Daniels, becoming the first former U.S. president to face criminal charges even as he makes another run for the White House. The charges from an investigation led by Manhattan … [Read more...] about Trump criminally charged in New York, a first for a US ex-president
Bibi Is No Golda Meir
It is being called “an unprecedented event in Israeli history;” “one of the gravest [domestic crises] in Israeli history;” “One of Israel’s gravest crises ever: A perfect storm encompassing politics, economics and the military. Pleading, “We have to save the State of Israel, nothing less…” former prime minister Naftali Bennett warns: “Israel is in greater danger than at … [Read more...] about Bibi Is No Golda Meir
This course asks, ‘What is mindfulness?’ – but don’t expect a clear-cut answer
Practicing mindfulness doesn’t have to mean being removed from the world. PeopleImages/iStock via Getty Images Plus Kevin C. Taylor, University of Memphis Uncommon Courses is an occasional series from The Conversation U.S. highlighting unconventional approaches … [Read more...] about This course asks, ‘What is mindfulness?’ – but don’t expect a clear-cut answer
PRESIDENT DEMENTO (CARTOON, COLUMN AND VIDEO)
I went to sleep with the radio on when I was a kid. For a couple of years in the early 80s, I lived in Ellaville, Georgia (I hated it) and the station I listened to was in Columbus and every Sunday night right around bedtime it played the Dr. Demento Show. Dr. Demento introduced me to Weird Al Yankovic and lots of other novelty songs. Obviously, I didn’t fall asleep during the … [Read more...] about PRESIDENT DEMENTO (CARTOON, COLUMN AND VIDEO)
PECKER THRUST INTO HEADLINES AGAIN
Former National Enquirer CEO David Pecker has been pitchforked into the headlines again as he testified in the Stormy Daniels hush money case. The New York Times: The Manhattan grand jury weighing evidence about Donald J. Trump’s role in a hush-money payment to a porn star heard testimony on Monday from a crucial witness, but there was no sign an indictment had been filed, … [Read more...] about PECKER THRUST INTO HEADLINES AGAIN
Woman shoots dead 3 children, 3 adults in Nashville school attack
Published by Reuters UK(Reuters) -A 28-year-old woman shot dead three children and three adults at a private Christian school in Nashville, Tennessee, on Monday, before police killed her. The woman had at least two semi-automatic rifles and a handgun, police said. The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department began receiving calls at 10:13 a.m. of a shooter at The Covenant … [Read more...] about Woman shoots dead 3 children, 3 adults in Nashville school attack
‘He can’t win!’ Fox Business host shouts down Rachel Campos-Duffy over Trump campaign
Published by Raw StoryFox Business host Stuart Varney clashed with Fox News host Rachel Campos-Duffy on Monday over former President Donald Trump's decision to promote violence concerning his potential indictment. During a segment on Monday, Varney noted that Trump had posted an image of himself holding a baseball bat and had called Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg an … [Read more...] about ‘He can’t win!’ Fox Business host shouts down Rachel Campos-Duffy over Trump campaign
Explainer: Uproar over Israeli judicial changes – what’s it all about?
Published by Reuters UKJERUSALEM (Reuters) - Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced increasing pressure on Monday to put the brakes on his government's drive to enact sweeping changes to the Israeli judiciary, with hundreds of thousands of protesters taking to the streets. The courts overhaul plan has sparked unprecedented public anger since Netanyahu's coalition of hard-right … [Read more...] about Explainer: Uproar over Israeli judicial changes – what’s it all about?
‘Succession’: How we fell in love with a TV show about awful people
Published by Euronews (English)For all its Emmy awards and word of mouth hype, Succession is still a strange show to recommend. It’s basically just a bunch of disgustingly rich adult-children fighting over their daddy’s money and approval. Every single character is terrible, and grows more dislikable scene-by-scene. Even the luxe settings manage to feel soulless, a corporate, … [Read more...] about ‘Succession’: How we fell in love with a TV show about awful people