KDE Plasma 6.4 Released, This is What’s New
KDE Plasma 6.4 is now available to download, featuring a focused set of changes that newcomers and long-time users of this open-source desktop environment stand to benefit from. This is fourth major update in the Plasma 6 series and it’s a stacked one that adds to the sizeable set ofContinue Reading
Alaska Just Had Its First-Ever Heat Advisory
This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist’s weekly newsletter here. In the high glare of a summer evening in Fairbanks, Alaska, Ciara Santiago watched the mercury climb. A meteorologist at the National Weather Service office, she had the dubious honor of issuing the state’s first ever official heatContinue Reading
The Democrats’ ‘Great Un-Awokening’ is a Diversion
Some leading Democrats are now engaged in what’s being called the “Great Un-awokening.” Former Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel calls Democrats “weak and woke.” Democratic Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, who is Black, vetoes a bill passed by his Democratic-dominated state legislature that took steps toward reparations. Democratic California Gov. GavinContinue Reading
Loud and Proud
“I Was Born This Way” will be released on June 20. If Carl Bean had only recorded the 1977 hit, “I Was Born This Way,” it would have been enough to secure him a place in the disco hall of fame. Not only did the gay anthem reach No. 15Continue Reading
Desperate Iranians try to flee Israeli bombardments
Mehrdad Imani and his wife left Iran two years ago to start a family in “peace” in Canada., Read More NBC NewsContinue Reading
Israeli intelligence buildings targeted as Iran claims direct hit
Video of an Iranian attack on and near Israeli intelligence buildings near Tel Aviv has been circulating online., Israeli intelligence buildings targeted as Iran claims direct hit NewsFeed Video of an Iranian attack on and near Israeli intelligence buildings near Tel Aviv has been circulating online, despite restrictions by theContinue Reading
One killed in clashes as Kenyans protest death of blogger in police custody
Demonstrations against police violence erupted after 31-year-old Albert Ojwang died in custody., Demonstrations against police violence erupted after 31-year-old Albert Ojwang died in custody. Hundreds of men on motorbikes, armed with whips and clubs, have attacked protesters in downtown Nairobi while they were demonstrating against alleged extrajudicial killings, following theContinue Reading
Why are pollen levels making hay fever so bad this year?
Philippa Roxby and Smitha Mundasad Health reporters Getty Images Pollen levels are forecast to be high or very high in many parts of the UK over the coming days. The fine powder released by certain grasses, trees and plants can cause chaos for those who are allergic to pollen. WhatContinue Reading
Journalists Assess RFK Jr.’s Remaking of Vaccine Committee and Trend of Kids Caring for Elders
KFF Health News journalists made the rounds on national or local media recently to discuss topical stories. Here’s a collection of their appearances…Read MoreContinue Reading
Devastation in Kyiv after apartment building hit in Russian attack
At least 14 people were killed and 139 injured in a combined Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv overnight Tuesday. A local official said explosions echoed across the Ukrainian capital for almost nine hours and destroyed dozens of apartments. #shorts #ukraine #russia #war #explosionContinue Reading
Media News Daily: Top Stories for 06/17/2025
This page hosts daily news stories about the media, social media, and the journalism industry. Get the latest Hirings and Firings, Media Transactions, Controversies, and more. Journalists Sue LAPD Over Alleged Targeting During Protest Coverage A coalition including the Los Angeles Press Club and investigative outlet Status Coup filed aContinue Reading
MBFC’s Daily Vetted Fact Checks for 06/17/2025
Home Facts Matter Posted By: Media Bias Fact Check Fact Check Search Media Bias Fact Check selects and publishes fact checks from around the world. We only utilize fact-checkers who are either a signatory of the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN) or have been verified as credible by MBFC. Further, weContinue Reading
Transcript: The Traitor’s Violent Outbursts Worsen as Parade Fiasco Sinks In
The following is a lightly edited transcript of the June 17 episode of the Daily Blast podcast. Listen to it here. Greg Sargent: This is The Daily Blast from The New Repub lic, produced and presented by the DSR network. I’m your host, Greg Sargent. After a man named VanceContinue Reading