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Veterans Who Work in Texas VA Health System: ‘The Dam’s Gonna Break’

Some vets say they’re being hurt as both workers and patients by Trump administration staffing decisions.

Texas Observer

Cafe owner felt ‘sick’ after reading Salt Path depiction in controversial memoir

Raynor Winn apparently described the business owner’s mother as angry and rude to staff

The Independent UK

ICE ‘Task Force’ Agreements Expand to Galveston, Beaumont

As Immigration and Customs Enforcement rolls out necessary training, the Galveston County Sheriff's Office joins a growing list of Texas law enforcement agencies deputizing officers to serve as roving immigration agents.

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Rules of the Robe

A sharp-eyed retiree uncovered evidence of judicial misconduct by the chief judge of Houston’s busy bankruptcy court. The unusual story highlights how other complaints against judges go ignored.

Texas Observer

Why it matters who owns a newspaper

The House of Lords this week approved government legislation that will allow foreign states to hold up to a 15% stake in British newspaper publishers.

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Difficult discussions on different types of racism

Letters: Readers on Diane Abbott’s suspension from the Labour party after she said in a radio interview that she had no regrets about previous remarks about racism

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Newspaper apologises to MP for ‘racist’ cartoon

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Media Watch: When political cartoons take it too far

We delve into the archives this week to look at the tricky subject of political cartoons and when artists take them just that bit too far.

The National (Scotland)

The Observer apologises for ‘racist’ cartoon of Zarah Sultana

Zarah Sultana and Jeremy Corbyn both announced earlier this month they would be forming a political party together

The Independent UK

The Adoption Trap

Private foster care and adoption agencies in Texas are brokering contracts for moms to turn over their children in a murky legal world, spawning protracted civil custody battles.

Texas Observer

Zarah Sultana issues furious response to Observer cartoon apology

Zarah Sultana has ripped into a "mealy-mouthed" apology from The Observer after it published a "racist" cartoon featuring her…

The National (Scotland)

The Observer responds after publishing 'racist' cartoon featuring Zarah Sultana

THE Observer has responded after publishing a "racist" cartoon featuring Zarah Sultana and Jeremy Corbyn.

The National (Scotland)

Zarah Sultana hits out at 'racist' cartoon by 'right-wing hack' in Observer

ZARAH Sultana has hit out at a "racist" cartoon in The Observer newspaper that appeared to mock a new party she is due to form with Jeremy…

The National (Scotland)

Family say trusting Salt Path author Raynor Winn was their ‘greatest mistake’

‘I can’t forgive her for destroying my husband’s confidence in people,’ said the widow of author’s ex-employer

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Evening Standard

MP Diane Abbott suspended from Labour Party over comments about racism

Ms Abbott was suspended in 2023 after writing a letter to the Observer comparing racism experienced by people of colour with that of other groups.

Texas Observer

Robert Roberson Faces New Execution Date in Controversial ‘Shaken Baby Syndrome’ Case

The new date comes after Ken Paxton took over the case that could lead to the nation's first execution based on the contested diagnosis.

Texas Observer

Proposed Transmission Line Threatens Texas’ Largest Reservoir

If approved, opponents warn that a massive new utility project could disrupt toxic sediment, and more, in Lake Livingston—Houston’s “most critical” water source.

Texas Observer

The History of Eugenics in Texas Isn’t What You Think

A new book unearths a chapter of the state’s story when anti-intellectual fundamentalism was put to good ends.

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The Independent UK

The Salt Path author’s former landlord claims Moth Winn told him he had months to live

‘It just makes no sense whatsoever,’ said Bill Cole, who rented his farm to the couple

The Independent UK

Raynor Winn ordeal caused Salt Path author’s former employer to ‘lose his trust in human beings’

Bestselling author apologised for ‘mistakes’ made while working with Martin Hemmings

The Independent UK

Salt Path author’s next book delayed due to ‘considerable distress’

Penguin Michael Joseph said it is ‘our priority to support the author at this time’

The Guardian - UK

Publication of The Salt Path author’s new book is delayed amid scandal

Penguin said release date of On Winter Hill would be changed in order to ‘support the author’ after allegations that Raynor Winn lied in her bestselling memoir

The Independent UK

'The Salt Path:' A book that captured the hearts of millions, but now mired in controversy

“The Salt Path” is a memoir of resilience and courage that captured the hearts of millions and which was subsequently adapted for the big screen with actors Gillian Anderson and Jason Isaacs taking the lead roles

The Guardian - UK

Digested week: Reeves’s tears and standing room only for Macron’s Westminster speech

Crying in the Commons is not unusual – unless the chancellor is doing it – as attention turns to Trump’s state visit

Texas Observer

‘I Think We’re Gonna Stay’: Texans Hang On in Tragedy-Stricken Hill Country

The Richardsons are among the lucky in Kerr County, at the epicenter of “flash flood alley,” who narrowly survived the river’s sudden rise.

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