Exclusive Cover Reveal: Just Ask Elsie by Ari Koontz
Today on the site, I’m delighted to reveal the cover of the upcoming Just Ask Elsie by Ari Koontz, a contemporary Middle Grade novel releasing June 16, 2026, from Feiwel & Friends! Here’s the story: Elsie Parker is having a totally normal fifth grade year. Fractions and conjunctions―check. Stressing about middleContinue Reading
Microsoft employee protests lead to arrests as company reviews its work with Israel’s military
REDMOND, Wash. (AP) — Worker-led protests erupted at Microsoft headquarters this week as the tech company promises an “urgent” review of the Israeli military’s use of its technology during the ongoing war in Gaza. A second day of protests at the Microsoft campus on Wednesday called for the tech giantContinue Reading
How to make climate-friendly and sustainable choices when shopping online
One way to be climate-friendly: Shop sustainably. But figuring out which products count as “sustainable” can be hard, especially when buying online. As ordering with a computer or phone becomes more ubiquitous, the number of online products labeled sustainable is also increasing. Yet there is no single seal of approvalContinue Reading
CODEPINK Strongly Condemns the Latest Threats and Military Provocations by the United States Government Against Venezuela
In recent days, the White House has authorized the deployment of three Aegis-guided missile destroyers off Venezuela’s coast, alongside an attack submarine, surveillance aircraft, and thousands of Marines stationed throughout the wider southern Caribbean. This reckless escalation, framed as a so-called “counter-narcotics” operation, dangerously militarizes the Caribbean and brings ourContinue Reading
Newsom promises “new Democratic Party” amid GOP redistricting push
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said his party needs to take a new tack to fight Republican schemes Published August 20, 2025 5:45PM (EDT) Governor of California Gavin Newsom attends a press conference in Beijing on October 25, 2023. (WANG ZHAO/AFP via Getty Images) In the face of ongoing dirty poolContinue Reading
Free VPN Extension Found Taking Screenshots, Uploading Them
If you use Google Chrome (Chromium, or a Chromium-based web browser like Vivaldi) and you have installed a free VPN extension from the Chrome Web Store, do me a favour: make sure it’s one you trust. This warning is particularly pertinent for UK readers. VPN usage has surged here followingContinue Reading
Labour’s New Data Law is a ‘Blank Cheque’ for Farage to DOGE Britain
Labour’s new data access law would allow the UK government to replicate an Elon Musk-style DOGE data-grab, experts and campaigners have warned. They believe the new law is “ripe for abuse” and could be weaponised by a future Reform UK administration to further its anti-climate, anti-asylum, anti-government agenda. The DataContinue Reading
How ‘Cowboy, Choker, Harness & Heart’ Captures Queer Desire in All Its Messy Beauty
When it comes to queer nightlife, most film portrayals lean polished, if not sanitized. For director Nico Blanco, that didn’t sit right. His new short film Cowboy, Choker, Harness & Heart, co-directed with Julia Ponce Díaz, dives headfirst into the mess, intimacy, and humor that pulse inside a club bathroomContinue Reading
The Traitor Vows To ‘Come After’ Sanctuary States and Cities
Attorney General Pam Bondi sent letters last week telling sanctuary states, cities and counties that “you better be abiding by our federal policies and with our federal law enforcement, because if you aren’t, we’re going to come after you,” she said in a Fox News interview. She demanded the areas answerContinue Reading
Camp Mystic flood victims’ parents give emotional testimony in Texas | REUTERS
Parents of Camp Mystic flood victims give emotional testimony before Texas lawmakers. Flash flooding in July killed 27 campers and camp counselors. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #world #USA #UnitedStates #CampMystic #floods #environment Read the story here: 👉 Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/reuterssubscribe Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ FollowContinue Reading
Spotify’s Latest Launch: “Mix” Track Mixing Tool For Song Merging
Spotify has introduced a new feature called Mix that changes how playlists play. Instead of songs ending abruptly or starting suddenly, they now flow smoothly into each other for a better listening experience, which will feel like a DJ playing the song. This feature is currently in beta and availableContinue Reading
UN criticises new US sanctions on the ICC
The United Nations says new US sanctions against members of the International Criminal Court will undermine justice., NewsFeed The United Nations says new US sanctions against members of the International Criminal Court will undermine justice. In announcing the measures, Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the ICC a ‘national securityContinue Reading
US vice president visits troops amid protests in Washington, DC crackdown
JD Vance serves burgers to troops, praising their efforts amid chants of ‘free DC’ from protesters at Union Station., Bringing prominent White House support to the streets of Washington, DC, US Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have visited with National Guard troops at the city’s mainContinue Reading