Obama’s Chief of Staff delivers uncomfortable truth about major American institution now less popular than, well, even Elon Musk Even those in the party are doubtful about 2026. We Got This Covered · Jul 14, 2025
Democrats ‘weaker than ever’ amid ‘existential’ Trump crisis as ‘whiny’ and ‘invisible’ new leader dithers: report Democrats worry they are missing the opportunity to counter an ‘serious existential crisis with Donald Trump’ The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2025
The top Democrats leading the fight against Trump’s agenda The first five months of Donald Trump’s second presidency have been brutal for the Democratic party, which has been almost completely unable to stop his aggressive agenda. In March, CNN polling showed the favourability rating for the Democrats at just 29% – a record low in CNN polls dating back… The Conversation · May 22, 2025
At the Races: We don’t need no Education (Department) - Roll Call Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including more federal layoffs and Senate retirements. Roll Call · Mar 13, 2025
Could Dems have their first primary candidate for 2028? Former Obama official ready to enter the race The potential candidate has yet to launch a formal bid The Independent UK · Mar 12, 2025
Democrats’ failure to punish CEOs for 2008 crash contributed to Trump’s rise, says top Obama aide Rahm Emanuel criticized the Democrats for being ‘blind to the rising sea of disillusionment’ that has been simmering for years in America The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2024
Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'malley Announces DNC Chair Bid Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley announces bid for DNC chair, emphasizing unity and solutions for the Democratic Party. Top News · Nov 18, 2024
Rahm Emanuel Considers Run For DNC Chair Rahm Emanuel, former U.S. ambassador to Japan, mulls DNC chair bid amidst party's mixed reactions and debates on leadership. Top News · Nov 15, 2024
‘The Hollywood of politics’: Chicago in spotlight as Democrats roll into town Thousands of delegates will descend upon a city struggling to reinvent its politics after decades of control by the Democratic machine The Guardian - US · Aug 19, 2024
Nagasaki Marks 79Th Atomic Bombing Anniversary Amid Diplomatic Absences Nagasaki marks 79th atomic bombing anniversary with calls for nuclear disarmament and notable diplomatic absences. Top News · Aug 9, 2024
Nagasaki marks 79th A-bomb anniversary without U.S. and other ambassadors after excluding Israel Nagasaki has marked the 79th anniversary of its atomic bombing at the end of World War II at a ceremony eclipsed by the absence of the American ambassador and other Western envoys in response to the Japanese city’s refusal to invite Israel The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2024
US Envoy Skips Nagasaki Memorial After Israel Snub The US ambassador to Japan skipped a ceremony on Friday marking the 79th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Nagasaki in protest at Israel not being invited. International Business Times · Aug 9, 2024
US Ambassador To Japan To Skip Nagasaki Peace Ceremony US Ambassador Rahm Emanuel and other diplomats will not attend Nagasaki's peace ceremony due to Israel's exclusion, sparking controversy. Top News · Aug 9, 2024
US Ambassador To Japan To Skip Nagasaki Peace Ceremony US Ambassador to Japan skips Nagasaki peace ceremony due to Israel's exclusion. Diplomats express concerns over the decision. Hiroshima invited Israeli amb... Top News · Aug 8, 2024
Top News · Aug 7, 2024 US Ambassador To Japan Skips Nagasaki Memorial Over Israel U.S. Ambassador to Japan skips Nagasaki atomic bombing memorial due to Israel's exclusion. Hiroshima invited Israeli ambassador. Diplomatic concerns arise.
The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2024 US ambassador to skip Japan’s atomic bomb memorial after Israeli delegation was not invited The U.S. ambassador to Japan has decided to skip this year's atomic bombing memorial service in Nagasaki after Israel was not invited
Top News · Aug 4, 2024 Jon Rahm Leads Men's Golf Competition At Tokyo Olympics Follow the thrilling conclusion of the men's golf event at the Olympics as Jon Rahm leads the pack, with intense competition for podium spots.
The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2024 US envoy to Japan expresses regret over alleged sex crimes by military personnel in Okinawa U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel expressed regret for the handling of two cases of sexual assaults allegedly committed by American military personnel on Okinawa, which have again stoked resentment of the heavy U.S. troop presence on the strategic island in Japan’s far south
Fortune · Jul 1, 2024 Hollywood tycoon Ari Emanuel blasts OpenAI’s Sam Altman, fearing the future after Elon Musk tells him he’ll become ‘a dog’ to an AI master Emanuel, who built Endeavor from a talent agency into a fully-fledged media empire, believes Altman’s behavior shows he is not to be trusted with developing safe AI.
The Independent UK · Jun 28, 2024 Japan protests sex assault cases involving US military on Okinawa and their delayed disclosure Japan’s government has protested to the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo over at least two sexual assault cases involving American servicemembers on the southern Japanese island of Okinawa which have only recently been made public
The Independent UK · May 17, 2024 The US ambassador to Japan visits southern islands at the forefront of China tension The U.S. Ambassador to Japan has stressed the importance of increased deterrence and his country’s commitment to the alliance with its key ally as he visited two southwestern Japanese islands at the forefront of Tokyo's tension with Beijing
The Independent UK · May 16, 2024 US Navy flagship carrier USS Ronald Reagan leaves its Japan home port after nearly 9 years A U.S. Navy strike group’s flagship aircraft carrier has left its Japanese home port, wrapping up nearly nine years of deployment in the Indo-Pacific, where it served a key role in the U.S. effort to bolster defense ties with Japan and other partners in the region
Top News · Apr 26, 2024 David Pecker Testifies About 'Catch And Kill' Scheme Involving Trump David Pecker's testimony reveals 'catch and kill' scheme to protect Trump's image before 2016 election.
WEKU · Apr 11, 2024 The first foreign-born grand champion of sumo, Akebono Taro, dies at age 54 Born Chad George Ha'aheo Rowan in Hawaii, Akebono moved to Tokyo in the 1980s, won his first grand championship in 1993, the first of 11 such titles, and retired in 2001. He died of heart failure.
Top News · Apr 8, 2024 China Coercing Japan And Philippines, US Ambassador Reveals US envoy expresses concerns over China's coercion of Japan and the Philippines, highlighting the need for diplomatic resolution in the Asia-Pacific region.