4 h. ago Disney heiress and Democratic megadonor laments lack of liberal unity, leverage in Trump era

Liberal megadonor Abigail Disney mourned the Democratic Party's lack of political or cultural leverage after President Donald Trump's return to the White House.

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4 h. ago Whitmer ditches Dem playbook on Trump's tariffs amid 2028 speculation

Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer of MIchigan bucked the party line during a trip to the White House Wednesday amid speculation about her 2028 campaign aspirations.

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5 h. ago 40 years later, the Whiting Awards remain at the forefront of launching literary talent

The Whiting Foundation marks its 40th year giving literary awards to emerging writers in 2025. The awards have helped launch the careers of many future award-winners, including Colson Whitehead, Alice McDermott and Ocean Vuong.

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5 h. ago Former Red Sox prospect traded to White Sox in Garrett Crochet trade excels in MLB debut vs. Boston

Chase Meidroth recorded his first hit and drew three walks against his former organization Friday. The post Former Red Sox prospect traded to White Sox in Garrett Crochet trade excels in MLB debut vs. Boston appeared first on Boston.com.

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7 h. ago At least 26 American hostages released since Trump took office

At least 26 Americans have been freed from captivity abroad since President Donald Trump returned to the White House for a second term in January 2025.

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7 h. ago China put steep tariffs on U.S. exports. Farmers are worried

The first Trump administration spent $28 billion bailing out farmers during a trade war with China. The White House has said it's starting to look at how to help this time around.

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13 h. ago Bill Maher reveals Trump was 'gracious and measured' at White House meeting, says he's not the man seen on TV

HBO's Bill Maher offered his "book report" about his White House visit, revealing President Donald Trump was "gracious and measured" and not the man everyone sees on TV.

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14 h. ago Alice Tan Ridley, Subway Singer on ‘America’s Got Talent,’ Dies at 72

The mother of the actress Gabourey Sidibe, she spent decades singing full time as a busker in the New York City subways.

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15 h. ago DOE Investigates USA Fencing Incident After Woman Penalized for Refusing to Compete Against Man

The Department of Education's (DOE) newly formed Title IX team is launching an investigation into a USA Fencing incident after a female fencer was disqualified for refusing to compete against a transgender-identifying male. The post DOE Investigates USA Fencing Incident After Woman Penalized for Refusing to Compete Against Man appeared first on Breitbart.

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17 h. ago White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt prays before facing reporters

A video posted to social media shows White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt leading her team in prayer before heading into Friday's White House press briefing.

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17 h. ago Sierra Nevada launched a new beer in SF. Here's what it tastes like.

Sierra Nevada launched a new beer in SF. Here's what it tastes like.  SFGATE

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18 h. ago Live updates: Trump has first physical since returning to White House

Live updates: Trump has first physical since returning to White House  The Washington Post

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18 h. ago Military Mission for Sealing the Southern Border of the United States and Repelling Invasions

Military Mission for Sealing the Southern Border of the United States and Repelling Invasions  The White House (.gov)

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19 h. ago United States: Federal Uncertainties Remain for US Nuclear Industry

United States: Federal Uncertainties Remain for US Nuclear Industry  energyintel.com

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20 h. ago New rules target social media influencers luring white sharks to shore

“The abundance [of sharks] that we see out there is mind-blowing. And they are quite close to shore.” The post New rules target social media influencers luring white sharks to shore appeared first on Boston.com.

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20 h. ago White House Plan Calls for NOAA Research Programs to Be Dismantled

A Trump administration budget proposal would essentially eliminate one of the world’s foremost Earth sciences research operations.

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20 h. ago White House Blasts Reporters over 'Lack of Transparency' on Biden's 'Competence'

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Friday blasted those she says engaged in a "cover-up" of former President Joe Biden's health and competence as President Donald Trump received a routine physical at Walter Reed Medical Center. The post White House Blasts Reporters over ‘Lack of Transparency’ on Biden’s ‘Competence’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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21 h. ago Immigration Judge Rules Khalil Can Be Deported, but Legal Hurdles Remain

The decision by a judge in Louisiana is an early victory for Secretary of State Marco Rubio, but a broader challenge is still being heard in federal court in Newark.

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22 h. ago Biden's team hid the truth about his health all along: WH press sec

The Biden administration engaged in a “cover-up" by failing to disclose details about the health of former President Joe Biden, the White House said Friday.

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22 h. ago Are Trump's tariffs a bargaining chip for a new global economic order?

It's not just tariffs. The White House is rethinking the central role of the dollar in the global economy.

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