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Key Takeaways • Congressional Democrats agreed on a plan to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. • The deal asks at least ten Democrats to back a procedural vote for short-term funding through year’s end. • Lawmakers will vote in December to renew Affordable Care Act subsidies. • Talks include rehiring...

  Key Takeaways Republicans are shifting from Reaganism to Trumpism. Trumpism blends populism, power plays, and reaction to modern liberalism. The party now faces deep internal divisions. The GOP’s path ahead hinges on how it handles Trumpism. In recent years, many conservatives still held Reaganism as their guiding star. However, the...

  Key takeaways Famed pundit James Carville warns Democrats in New Hampshire. Republican John Sununu jumps into the Senate race. Democrats’ chances get downgraded without urgent help. Chris Pappas needs volunteers and donations right now. Chris Pappas Faces a Critical Challenge Chris Pappas is the only Democrat holding New Hampshire’s swing seat....

Key Takeaways Quincy Williams bounced back with his best game of the season. He recorded seven tackles and forced a fumble in the Jets’ 27-20 win. His brother’s trade and a recent demotion tested his resolve. Williams’ strong play boosts Jets’ defense and team morale. Last Sunday, the Jets linebacker...

Key takeaways • The Moon moves into Leo at 12:34 PM EST, boosting bold self-expression. • You’ll feel brave yet warm, craving fun that honors your heart. • In the afternoon, the Moon opposes Pluto, urging clear, kind boundaries. • Speak your needs honestly to stay soft while standing strong. • Celebrating small wins...

Key Takeaways A federal court on Thursday ruled that an old rule limiting SNAP benefits must pause. As a result, several states, including New York, released extra SNAP benefits. Families will see more money on their benefit cards soon. This change reverses a 2020 policy that cut support for...

Key takeaways • Two top BBC executives resigned after controversy over a Trump interview edit • The network cut key questions about Jan. 6 and then apologized for misleading viewers • The sudden BBC resignations have sparked criticism from politicians and the public • An internal review and policy changes are now underway...

Key Takeaways: Lenny Wilkens was a Hall of Famer as both player and coach. He died at age 88, his family announced. He held the NBA’s all-time coaching wins record for many years. He inspired players and coaches with his calm style and leadership. Lenny Wilkens’s Life and Legacy Lenny Wilkens,...

Key Takeaways • David Friedman, former Trump lawyer and ambassador, is now CEO of NSO Group. • NSO Group created Pegasus spyware, used to monitor journalists and activists. • An American investor group, including a Hollywood producer, is taking over NSO. • Security experts warn that Pegasus spyware could threaten American freedoms. • Critics...

Key Takeaways: Ghislaine Maxwell asked Donald Trump to review her commutation application. Documents reveal she plans to send many attachments through the prison warden. She hopes Trump will reduce her 20-year sentence for sex trafficking. Trump has not ruled out granting Maxwell a pardon. Ghislaine Maxwell’s Unusual Pardon Plan Ghislaine Maxwell...

Key Takeaways: Top Democrats urge Chuck Schumer to step down as party leader. Eight moderate senators plan to end the shutdown without health subsidy guarantees. Obamacare subsidies face expiration, threatening millions’ coverage. Party unity fractures as members criticize Schumer’s strategy. The Senate remains in a stalemate. It has been 41...

  Key Takeaways Michael Cohen calls Trump’s affordability push “gaslighting on a national scale.” Tariffs on imports clash with Trump’s claim that everyday goods now cost less. Latest data show grocery prices still climbing, contrary to the affordability message. Voter trust may erode if the president’s new talking point feels...

Key Takeaways Democratic wins this cycle centered on a message of hope over anger Candidates built trust by listening and showing respect Zohran Mamdani used genuine curiosity to reach Trump voters Abigail Spanberger and Mikie Sherrill focused on community and workers A hopeful message proved stronger than revenge-driven politics The...

  Key Takeaways: President Trump may aim to tarnish foes, not secure convictions. Federal prosecutor Jason A. Reding Quiñones leads a “grand conspiracy” probe. Investigators issued over 24 subpoenas, targeting high-profile officials. Critics say evidence for the conspiracy claim remains thin. Aura of Criminality Takes Center Stage President Trump’s team has opened...

Key Takeaways NYC Ferry will roll out a fresh route map soon Staten Island gets a direct connection to Brooklyn South Brooklyn service will extend all the way to Manhattan Plans are in motion to bring ferry rides to East Harlem Riders can expect more choices and smoother commutes NYC...

  Key Takeaways: • Less than one-third of New Yorkers own their homes. • Only 26% of Black and 17% of Brown New Yorkers have homeownership. • High prices and tight credit block many from buying. • Homeownership builds wealth and stability over time. • Policy changes and aid programs can boost ownership rates. Homeownership in...

Key Takeaways: Democratic socialism means public ownership of major industries decided through democratic votes. Nordic nations mix capitalism with strong social programs, not true democratic socialism. Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Sweden and the Netherlands run market economies with private companies. True democratic socialism requires broad public control, not just high...

Key Takeaways • Zohran Mamdani must pick senior staff in under 60 days. • The NYC City Council checks the mayor’s power. • Council members draft laws and approve budgets. • Understanding the council helps New Yorkers stay informed. Why NYC City Council Holds the Power It’s easy to focus only on New York City’s...

  Key Takeaways A UN resolution in 1975 labeled a popular movement as “racism.” Despots and Cold War rivals backed the resolution. U.S. Ambassador Pat Moynihan delivered a powerful protest speech. The resolution stood for 16 years until it was overturned. Its legacy still shapes debates about fairness and freedom. The...

Key takeaways: Governor Hochul joins leaders opposing bus fares removal MTA Chair Janno Lieber backs keeping bus fares Federal Transit chief Marc Molinaro supports steady funding Ending bus fares could weaken NYC’s transit system The Bus Fares Decision in New York City New York leaders just made a big move on...