China marks the 80th anniversary of WWII, but the legacy of the war remains contested. A new Chinese film, "Dead to Rights," highlights the Nanjing Massacre, fueling nationalistic sentiment. While Beijing emphasizes the Communist Party's role in defeating Japan, Taiwan's KMT party highlights its own contributions and challenges...
Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett's new memoir, "Listening to the Law," defends her abortion rights vote, arguing Roe v. Wade disregarded public opinion. She details her judicial process, including a champagne celebration with colleagues. The book offers insight into the court's operations, though she avoids specifics about...
Several news stories broke today. A US army veteran, Bajun Mavalwalla II, faces charges for protesting ICE, alarming legal experts and fellow veterans. Woody Allen praised Donald Trump's acting skills in his 1998 film. Former CDC officials criticized Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s leadership, citing concerns about his...
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Congress faces a busy week with a September 30th government shutdown deadline looming. Disagreements over funding levels and the White House's plan to cut $4.9 billion are escalating. A bipartisan effort aims to force the release of Jeffrey Epstein files, while another seeks to ban lawmakers from trading...
Congress faces a challenging fall, with major battles looming. A funding deadline necessitates bipartisan cooperation, but Democrats aim to limit President Trump's power. A fight over Jeffrey Epstein files is brewing, potentially bypassing Republican leadership. Trump's firings at the CDC and Federal Reserve spark controversy, while a...
The Trump administration attempted to deport hundreds of Guatemalan children from US shelters over Labor Day weekend. Lawsuits were filed across the country by advocates arguing the deportations violated laws protecting migrant children, claiming the children feared returning home. Judges in Arizona, Washington D.C., and Illinois issued temporary...
Australia will pay Nauru to take in foreign-born criminals who can't be held indefinitely in Australia, following a High Court ruling. The deal, costing Australia hundreds of millions of dollars, allows for the resettlement of these individuals in Nauru with long-term visas. While the Australian government claims this...
Representative Jerry Nadler, a long-serving New York Democrat and former House Judiciary Committee chair, announced he won't seek re-election. He cited the need for generational change in the Democratic party, referencing President Biden's situation as an example. Nadler, facing potential primary challenges from younger, more progressive candidates, saw...
Indian Prime Minister Modi and Russian President Putin reaffirmed their strong relationship during a meeting in China. This comes amidst strained relations with the US due to India's continued purchase of discounted Russian oil, which led to steep US tariffs on Indian imports. Modi emphasized the special partnership...
