This isn’t Trump’s "Golden Age" Under Donald Trump’s leadership, Americans are more pessimistic than ever. But there’s reason for hope Salon · Feb 12
Citizenship voting requirement in SAVE America Act has no basis in the Constitution – and ignores precedent that only states decide who gets to vote The Republican-led House of Representatives voted Feb. 11, 2026 to approve the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act – or SAVE America Act. The bill would require individuals to provide proof of citizenship when they register to vote and present photo identification when they do vote in federal elections. The Conversation · Feb 12
Guess what’s Donald Trump brilliant plan to prove he is not a racist? Sharing a video of him with Diddy Because extending even a pretentious apology would destroy is hollow ego. We Got This Covered · Feb 12
Iran accuses Israel of trying to sabotage US nuclear talks and ‘destabilise’ the region Iran’s security chief sends urgent warning to leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Turkey after Benjamin Netanyahu met with Donald Trump The Independent UK · Feb 12
‘Deeply illogical’: this man’s life work could end homelessness – and Trump is doing all he can to stop it After four decades of research and over a decade of federal support, Housing First’s Sam Tsemberis is ‘back to being an outlaw’ in the US The Guardian - US · Feb 12
Trump 2026: Social Security Changes To Expect in Trump’s Second Year of His Second Term As 2026 unfolds, millions of retirees are discovering which promises have materialized and what changes are actually taking effect. GOBankingRates · Feb 12
Anthropic promises to pay for electricity price increases due to it's AI data centers — firm to pay 100% of its grid infrastructure costs, produce new power sources as sector predicted to hit 50 GW in coming years The company says that it will pay for the infrastructure upgrades needed for its power demand and that it will also find new sources to keep electricity prices down for the average consumer. Tom’s Hardware · Feb 12
Who is Saritha Komatireddy? Republicans pick Indian-American lawyer to run against Letitia James for New York attorney general Saritha Komatireddy, a former federal prosecutor with a background in counter-terrorism and cybercrime, has been nominated by Republicans to challenge New York Attorney-General Letitia James. Komatireddy, who previously served as DEA Chief of Staff and clerked for Justice Kavanaugh, aims to restore law and order, contrasting with James's high-profile actions… The Times of India · Feb 12
Zelensky slams ‘utterly stupid idea’ he would announce elections on anniversary of Putin’s invasion Reports had suggested the Ukrainian president was set to announce elections and a referendum in February, under pressure from the US The Independent UK · Feb 12
Trump promises ‘consequences come Election time’ for Republicans who voted with Democrats to oppose Canada tariffs President Donald Trump threatens to back primary challengers to rebel GOP members who defy him over signature economic policy following Wednesday House vote The Independent UK · Feb 12
'Avoid non-essential travel': Canada, UK, Australia ask citizens not to visit Cuba owing to critical fuel shortage Several countries, including Canada, the UK, and Australia, updated their travel advisories urging their citizens to avoid traveling to Cuba as the Caribbean country is facing a critical fuel shortage. Canadian airlines have suspended service to Cuba and will only fly those who are already in Cuba back home. The Times of India · Feb 12
Taiwanese president names the countries that will be ‘next’ if China is allowed to invade Taiwan will not be any country’s ‘bargaining chip’, island’s president says The Independent UK · Feb 12
‘Another way to gamble money’: booming prediction markets prompt confusion and concern Polymarket and Kalshi are less regulated than betting sites, but users can win or lose large sums on the platforms The Guardian - US · Feb 12
The con behind nationalizing elections Conservatives praise small government and states’ rights — until power is at stake Salon · Feb 12
Euronews · Feb 12 Fans think a 2000 The Simpsons episode warned about Epstein island The Simpsons has a strange pop culture reputation for predicting the future. A resurfaced clip from a 2000 episode is going viral online, with many suggesting that the animated show hinted at Epstein island years ago.
Barchart · Feb 12 Stocks Rise Before the Open on U.S. Economic Optimism, Earnings and Jobless Claims Data in Focus March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are up +0.33%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH26) are up +0.23% this morning, pointing to a higher open on Wall Street as strong U.S. jobs data boosted optimism about the nation’s economic outlook.
The Independent UK · Feb 12 U.S. allies at NATO focus on Europe as the Trump administration steps back European allies at NATO are putting on a brave face as the United States steps back from its leadership role at the alliance
We Got This Covered · Feb 12 Trump gives CIA election intel to the man who tried to overturn 2020 — even as it ‘threatens national security ‘ This is the only conspiracy Trump cares about.
Salon · Feb 12 Racist Trump pick gets Senate hearing Carl has tried to gloss over his comments about anti-white racism and Great Replacement theory
The Guardian - US · Feb 12 Why is the Washington Post cratering so spectacularly? To understand the change in Washington Post’s fortunes, it is worth comparing its demise to the New York Times’s trajectory
The Texas Tribune · Feb 12 Former Elon Musk lawyer emerges as frontrunner in GOP primary for Michael McCaul’s congressional seat Ten Republicans, including Trump-endorsed attorney Chris Gober, are competing for the red-leaning 10th Congressional District in Central Texas.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 12 Tulsi Gabbard reportedly accused by whistleblower of suppressing intercepted call about Jared Kushner and Iran – as it happened This live blog is now closed.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 12 First Thing: Border patrol chief praised federal agent who shot US citizen in Chicago Gregory Bovino hailed agent who fired at Marimar Martinez five times in her car. Plus, US jobs rise by 130,000 in January
The Independent UK · Feb 12 Russia fires another barrage at Ukrainian cities as next round of US-brokered talks is unclear Russia has attacked Ukrainian cities again overnight as Ukraine accuses Russia of dragging its feet on new U.S.-brokered peace talks
The Independent UK · Feb 12 Top Trump official fires US attorney less than five hours after he was appointed Veteran prosecutor Donald Kinsella abruptly dismissed by White House less than five hours after being sworn in as replacement for John Sarcone, who was ruled to have unlawfully outstayed his tenure