Graham Platner shrugs off scandals to win Maine Democratic Senate primary Platner, whose campaign was hit by series of negative headlines, to face Susan Collins in key midterm contest The Guardian - UK · Jun 10
‘America’s backyard’ is no stranger to sports but Trump’s UFC spectacle shatters norms The elaborate setup introduces a ‘blood sport’ to a venue previously known for joyful, family-friendly activities The Independent UK · Jun 9
Could the Democrats win control of Congress in the US midterms? All eyes are on these pivotal races US presidential elections are always about a choice for the future. Who do you want to lead the country? Who will best address your needs? The Conversation · Jun 2
The fall of John Cornyn mirrors the fall of the Republican party The Texas senator was emblematic of the era between Reagan and Trump, as Republicans shifted from the party of business to a cult of personality The Guardian - US · May 31
Texas Republicans spent years courting Indian voters. Then came talk of the “Indian takeover.” A North Texas city has become the epicenter of a collision between the GOP’s efforts to win over Indian American voters and some conservatives’ nativist agenda. The Texas Tribune · May 12
US declares war in Iran ‘over’ to avoid row with Congress over whether it was legal Operation Epic Fury is over. Or at least, that’s what the US secretary of state, Marco Rubio, announced on May 5, describing any further US action in the Gulf as purely “defensive”. The Conversation · May 6
From roasts to controversial moments: White House Correspondents’ Dinner through the years From the downright hilarious to the awkwardly tense, the unique event always creates headlines - for good and bad reasons The Independent UK · Apr 24
George W. Bush opens up about Altoids and his friendship with Michelle Obama Former President George W. Bush joked that he did not even know what ‘trending meant’ when the clip went viral The Independent UK · Apr 22
'For All Mankind' alternative timeline vs reality: How Apple TV's sci-fi show diverges from history How do "For All Mankind"'s six decades of space exploration "history" compare with the real thing? Space · Apr 17
The Iran ceasefire is a relief but not a cure for the madness Trump has brought the world ANALYSIS: Iran’s military may have been mangled in the US-Israeli war but the reputation of the United States has been mauled, perhaps irreparably, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley The Independent UK · Apr 8
I was the US soft power czar. Our reputation may never recover from this Trump’s venal persona and his war on Iran will do untold damage to America’s ability to make a positive difference in the world The Guardian - US · Apr 5
Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor whose toughness became internet lore, dies at 86 The martial arts grandmaster and action star Chuck Norris has died The Independent UK · Mar 20
Trump Defiant After Allies Snub Call to Protect Strait of Hormuz: 'We Don't Need Any Help' His statement conflicts with his stance on 16 March, when he said that 'numerous countries' were 'on their way' to assist. International Business Times UK · Mar 18
From Bush Sr to Trump: the risks, lessons and legacy of US interference in the Middle East While there are similarities with the wars against Iraq, the Iran conflict may prove to be the most dangerous and consequential yet The Guardian - UK · Mar 8
Reason · Mar 6 Why J.D. Vance Is a Risky Bet for Republicans in 2028 Vance's support for unpopular policies could spell trouble for the GOP in 2028. But this could be a good thing for the party's future, says Jonah Goldberg.
Reason · Mar 5 Yes, the Iran War Is a 'War of Choice,' and a Bad One Supporters of Trump's actions want to create an aura of necessity to shield the president from urgent criticism.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 28 A world on edge as Trump bombs Iran and triggers war in the Middle East. There was no need for this We cannot know where this foolish, reckless attack will end – but new hatreds will be seeded, terrorist vendettas sown and, ultimately, little will be achieved, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall
GOBankingRates · Feb 25 Trump vs. 5 Presidents Who Raised Taxes the Most and 5 That Lowered Them Understanding how different administrations shape U.S. tax policy is key to making sense of today's economic unrest. Over the past several decades, presidents from both political parties have...
Salon · Feb 22 Voter fraud claims predate Trump Claims of stolen elections and tainted ballots have often been aimed at curbing Black political power
Roll Call · Feb 3 Trump borrowing from past presidents he has long lambasted President Trump has long slammed Presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama and Joe Biden. But his second term has, at times, mimicked all three.
The Conversation · Feb 2 Trump’s climate policy rollback plan relies on EPA rescinding its 2009 endangerment finding – but will courts allow it? In 2009, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency formally declared that greenhouse gas emissions, including from vehicles and fossil fuel power plants, endanger public health and welfare. The decision, known as the endangerment finding, was based on years of evidence, and it has underpinned EPA actions on climate change ever since.
The Guardian - US · Jan 25 Trump’s not the first US president to fall in love with war. History shows where this is going In his fresh intoxication with global conquest, Trump is following an established pattern – one that promises disaster
The Guardian - US · Jan 17 Americans disapprove of Trump’s foreign policy. His escapades are likely to cost him History tells us what happens when American presidents focus on foreign policy and neglect domestic economic policy
The Conversation · Jan 15 The Insurrection Act is one of at least 26 legal loopholes in the law banning the use of the US military domestically As protesters and federal law enforcement clashed in Minneapolis in the wake of a second shooting of a civilian on Jan. 14, 2026 by federal agents, President Donald Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act to send troops to Minnesota in response to protests.
Latin Times · Jan 14 Secret DOJ Memo Concluded Trump Had Constitutional Authority To Send Troops Into Venezuela Without Approval From Congress A secret memo from the Department of Justice's Office of Legal Counsel determined that President Donald Trump had the constitutional authority to send troops into Venezuela without approval from Congress, according to a new report.