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The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) released their platform last month, and let’s give them credit for candor. They want…
In brief Japan’s government has repeatedly urged the U.S. to stop using anime and game characters in official posts, with…
This is part of a weekly series on AI and free speech.In 1988, two mushroom enthusiasts took their trusty copy of The…
“A burrito shouldn’t cost $20.” That’s what one Turning Point USA college student recently told the organization’s spokesman, Andrew Kolvet,…
In brief Nine Democratic senators urged the CFTC to prohibit prediction market contracts tied to wildfires. Lawmakers said the markets…
Michelle Liao studies psychology and political science at the University of Michigan.At the University of Michigan’s May 2 commencement, history…
When Elon Musk and President Donald Trump launched the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), they promised to cut trillions in…
For eight-year-old A.M., who lives in South Los Angeles, Point Fermin Marine Science Magnet School is more than a place…
In brief President Vladimir Putin signed Russia’s first law giving comprehensive rules to crypto exchanges, custodians, brokers, and mining. Only…
from the dead-site-walking dept As perhaps a few Elon Musk fans may remember, he got really annoyed at Wikipedia last…
Federal judges across the country say the Trump administration has lost the confidence of courts, complaining that the “presumption of…
Kinshasa, August 6, 2026—The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on Ugandan authorities to ensure the safety of exiled Congolese journalist…