Condemned to plutocracy? The relentless rise of US inequality Elon Musk is a beneficiary of America’s lopsided prosperity – does the country have any appetite for redistribution? The Guardian - US · Jun 21
"It’s about a beautiful moment between a man and a woman. It’s about peace." How Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young's vision of domestic bliss emerged when the USA was imploding under the stress of the Vietnam War This single from their album Déjà Vu was just what America needed in 1970, reckons songwriter Graham Nash Louder · Jun 21
Quote of the Day by Wallace Stevens: “Human nature is like water. It takes the… – Inspiring lessons on human behavior, adaptability, social influence and how the people and circumstances around us changes our life by one of the most influential American Modernist Poet known for his deep insights on imagination, reality and the human experience Quote of the Day by Wallace Stevens: Wallace Stevens’ quote, “Human nature is like water. It takes the shape of its container,” explores the powerful influence that environment, circumstances, and social surroundings have on human behavior. The quote suggests that people often adapt their attitudes, habits, and actions to fit… The Economic Times · Jun 20
Bethesda doesn't know if Fallout 76 will ever move beyond America, but does give "a special shout-out" to Fallout London for making the dream a reality Interview | Fallout 76 creative director Jon Rush and production director Bill LaCoste talk Infestations, the impact of the Fallout TV show, and the future of the shared-world RPG GamesRadar · Jun 20
America@250 swathed in red, white, and blue — and green algae TOI Correspondent from Washington: The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in the US capital was designed to mirror America's greatness. Instead, it is currently redolent of an expensive middle-school science experiment that has gone spectacularly wrong. The Times of India · Jun 20
Why Gardening Is Becoming One Of America’s Most Popular Side Hobbies Again Gardening is taking over weekend plans, balcony corners, and backyard spaces as more people turn toward hands-on hobbies that deliver relaxation, creativity, and everyday satisfaction. This growing shift reflects a strong desire for activities that slow the pace of modern life while still producing visible and rewarding results. Frugal Gardening · Jun 20
America Spent a Fortune Shooting Down Cheap Drones. Now the Missile Stores Are Bare. After burning through interceptors in the Iran war, the U.S. faces a dire math problem: Enemies can build drones faster than America can build missiles. Reason · Jun 20
‘I was crying almost every night’: Woman quit her $180K tech job despite living the American dream, here’s why A Nigerian woman, Primzy, walked away from a $180,000 tech career in the US, finding misery despite achieving immigrant success. Her story, which went viral, highlights the struggle between external achievements and personal fulfillment. After facing parental disappointment, she pursued photography, finding joy and eventually earning her father's validation, proving… The Economic Times · Jun 20
Wyndham Clark carries four-shot US Open lead as big names gather in chasing pack The American continued his extraordinary revival, posting the lowest 36-hole score ever recorded in a US Open at Shinnecock The Guardian - UK · Jun 20
USMNT’s World Cup Momentum Sparks Fan Culture That Is Just ‘So American’ The U.S men’s national team games have a different feel to them, defined by a unique and purely American approach. Sports Illustrated · Jun 20
Donald Trump Shock: New Poll Finds 59% Of Americans View POTUS As A 'Dangerous Dictator' A new PRRI poll finds 59% of Americans now view President Donald Trump as a 'dangerous dictator' whose power must be limited, reflecting deep concern over his handling of the Iran war and presidential authority. International Business Times UK · Jun 19
Bernie Sanders Proposes AI Tax To Give Everyone $1,000 a Month. His Bill Would Do a Lot More Than That. The Vermont senator's American A.I. Sovereign Wealth Fund Act would also create an entirely new regulatory regime for the tech industry. Reason · Jun 19
Barack and Michelle Obama Fill Their New Chicago Center With A-List Stars While Pointedly Excluding a Familiar Political Rival The former president called the center a “vibrant, living celebration of community.” The Mary Sue · Jun 19
TSA’s Latest Hysterical Warning For World Cup Travelers is Pure Americana World Cup fans are loving their time in the United States so far. But, TSA has some advice for the long road home. On social media, the Transportation Security Administration wanted to let folks know that certain items aren’t going to fly when you hit those airport doors. For example,… The Mary Sue · Jun 19
Motor1 · Jun 19 The Last New Cars You Can Still Buy For Under $25,000 From tiny Chevrolet SUVs to Kia compact sedans—these are the last few vehicles that cost less than $25,000 in the US.
The Conversation · Jun 19 How America came to love football – what you should listen, read and see this week This curation of The Conversation UK’s arts and culture coverage was first published in our fortnightly newsletter, Something Good.
We Got This Covered · Jun 19 Pentagon chief announces review of US forces in Europe, pushes allies to take the lead on defense, and create ‘NATO 3.0’ "They put America’s sons and daughters, our sons and daughters, at risk
Reason · Jun 19 Writings on Juneteenth and its Significance for American Liberty Compendium of links to my writings relevant the holiday celebrating the abolition of slavery.
The Guardian - US · Jun 19 JD Vance, once an ‘angry atheist’, is America’s most powerful Catholic. How will he wield his faith? In his new memoir, the vice-president covers his conversion and politics – at a time when hardline Catholicism is ascendant in the US
Salon · Jun 19 Trump can’t stop this Juneteenth For Black Americans, Juneteenth is a love letter to their history of resistance, including to the president
The Economic Times · Jun 19 'America, learn from India': US woman riding Mumbai Metro for the first time shares why it is better than the New York subway An American woman's first ride on the Mumbai Metro left her talking about much more than just getting from one station to another. From the ₹20 ticket price and air-conditioned coaches to platform screen doors and women-only compartments, several features stood out during her journey, starting a conversation online about…
Bored Panda · Jun 19 This Scottish X Account Went Viral For Explaining US Slang, Here Are Its 13 Best Posts From everyday slang to unexpected regional sayings, American English can be surprisingly confusing for international visitors. That's why one social media account caught people's attention with a humorous guide explaining how certain words and expressions are actually used.
Reason · Jun 19 Celebrating American Freedom Means Celebrating Juneteenth June 19 commemorates the day the final 250,000 people held in slavery gained their freedom. It deserves a place in any celebration of American liberty.
The Conversation · Jun 19 Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Philadelphia in 1976 was mysterious and deadly – 50 years later, scientists know the cause but outbreaks continue Soon after Philadelphia hosted America’s bicentennial celebrations in late July 1976, more than 200 attendees of the American Legion Convention at the Bellevue-Stratford Hotel in Philadelphia fell ill with pneumonia symptoms, including fever, cough and trouble breathing.
The Guardian - US · Jun 19 10 museums to visit for America’s 250th anniversary From Arkansas to Washington DC, museums across the US are grappling with what it means to celebrate the country