Angie Nixon has been waiting for this The Florida Democrat is putting her history as an organizer and lawmaker toward challenging notions of electability Salon · 3h ago
US extreme weather survivors are a growing group – now they want to be a political force At a gathering in Texas, near where floods killed 136 people last year, survivors are united on the need for urgent action The Guardian - US · 3h ago
‘Hunted like animals’: inside Trump’s war on the people who build America Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was a house framer before he was killed by ICE agents. Countless other Latino builders in Texas live in fear of a similar fate The Guardian - US · 3h ago
Putin says Russia has freed US citizen, 74, jailed since 2022 The talks came more than two years since Donald Trump promised in his election campaign to end the Ukraine war within 24 hours The Independent UK · 3h ago
Takeaways from AP’s report on the taxpayer-funded growth of classical Christian schools Conservatives are expanding classical Christian schools using taxpayer-funded scholarships The Independent UK · 3h ago
Taxpayers are funding private school tuition. It's helping classical Christian schools expand Conservatives are banding together to grow classical Christian schools by leveraging new taxpayer-funded scholarships The Independent UK · 3h ago
2026 ballot titles required 17 years of education to read, down from a record 21 years in 2025 Welcome to the Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, Brew. Ballotpedia · 3h ago
Bettors flood market with pick of next press secretary - and it’s an under-the-radar choice Karoline Leavitt’s replacement Katie Zacharia lasted just five days in the job, sparking speculation on who may be next to take on the role The Independent UK · 4h ago
Trump, Vance Offer Americans Potential Cash Rewards for Reporting Fraud—but There's a Catch Trump and JD Vance launch the WHIP fraud whistleblower programme, but conflicting payout promises and DOJ rules leave eligibility and rewards unclear. International Business Times UK · 4h ago
Trump Administration's CNN Press Ban: Why Is the Network Being Blocked From Air Force One? CNN has warned the Trump administration it may seek further court action after journalists were repeatedly excluded from Air Force One assignments despite a ruling restoring the network's White House credentials. International Business Times UK · 4h ago
White House aides anticipating Trump all-out ‘rampage’ if Dems victorious in midterms: report West Wing embroiled in ‘toxic mix of jockeying for power and preemptive finger-pointing’ ahead of widely anticipated election defeat, administration insiders claim The Independent UK · 4h ago
26 states are holding elections for secretary of state this year, in 23 of those that person oversees the states elections There are 26 secretary of state elections in 2026. Of these, Democrats and Republicans each control 13. Heading into the 2026 elections, there are 25 Republican secretaries of state and 22 Democratic secretaries of state nationally. Ballotpedia · 5h ago
Two RAF Fairford Suspects Rearrested as Counter-Terror Police Investigate Possible Iran Connection Two men arrested near RAF Fairford have been rearrested on suspicion of assisting a foreign intelligence service, while police investigate alleged Iranian state involvement. International Business Times UK · 5h ago
US election interference is hard. Messing with your mind is easy Apprehension surrounding election disruptions is shaping how Americans approach voting, with many fearing intimidation while exercising their rights. The Trump administration's federal actions have further fueled these anxieties, jeopardizing public trust in the electoral framework. Yet, in the face of these uncertainties, early voting has seen considerable turnout, with state… The Economic Times · 5h ago
International Business Times UK · 6h ago Ilhan Omar's Alleged Brother-Marriage Scandal Takes New Twist as Feds Reportedly Obtain DNA Evidence Reports say federal investigators obtained genetic evidence in an inquiry involving Ilhan Omar's former marriage, but no authenticated DNA results or public findings have established a sibling relationship or wrongdoing.
The Economic Times · 6h ago Donald Trump wants data centres to pay communities and generate their own power Donald Trump has proposed that data centre operators pay dividends to local communities to gain support. He emphasized that these facilities should generate their own electricity and sell excess power. Trump's observations indicate that financial agreements can change the public's perception of data centres. He encourages negotiations to accelerate construction…
Euronews · 6h ago Diplomatic damage control in Oslo as Zelenskyy says US intelligence sharing restored Good morning. It’s Mared Gwyn, penning this newsletter in the early hours from Brussels. In this edition: The diplomatic push to revive Ukraine peace talks, and how Hungary has surprised diplomats by stalling Kyiv’s accession talks.
The Economic Times · 6h ago Trump's immigration crackdown hits Indians hard. Rubio says it's not personal US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has rejected concerns that the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown is aimed at India, saying the changes are part of a global overhaul of the US immigration system. He acknowledged that Indians may feel the impact more because of the large number applying for US…
The Independent UK · 6h ago US restores intelligence sharing after ‘constructive dialogue’, Zelensky says IN FULL
Euronews · 6h ago US envoy in Russia for Putin talks after 'positive' Zelenskyy meeting Moscow says it is prepared to consider economic proposals from Washington but will not make political concessions, while the Kremlin insists that a lasting settlement on Russia's terms, rather than a temporary energy ceasefire, remains its objective.
International Business Times UK · 7h ago US Offers Up to $30,000 for Government Fraud Tips Under Trump's New Whistleblower Scheme The new Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program offers eligible Americans between $10,000 and $30,000 for credible information leading to qualifying criminal charges involving federal funds.
The Times of India · 7h ago ‘Make your own electricity’: Trump tells data centres to generate own power, pay dividends to communities Donald Trump has proposed that large data centres should generate their own electricity and sell surplus power. He emphasized the potential for lower electricity prices through this model for local communities and the grid. Companies are encouraged to provide financial benefits to increase acceptance of data centre projects. Trump has…
The Economic Times · 7h ago 'Make deals and get them built': Trump calls on data centre companies to pay a 'dividend' Donald Trump has urged data centre companies to generate their own electricity for local communities. He suggests offering a financial dividend to enhance the popularity of data centres. Trump believes that such financial incentives can turn unpopular centres into well-received facilities in the area. Additionally, he emphasizes that these centres…
International Business Times UK · 7h ago Trump Promises $5,000 Checks To Boost Republican Turnout but Even Supporters Have Doubts Donald Trump's proposed $5,000 payments to American adults if Republicans retain control of Congress face uncertainty over eligibility, funding, congressional approval and inflation risks.
The Independent UK · 8h ago Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump celebrates release of US prisoner in Russia as his envoy meets Putin Stephen Hubbard was released in St Petersburg as Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff met with Putin