What a historic ‘blue wave’ midterm means for climate action
The Democratic Party won a commanding victory in Tuesday’s midterm elections. As of Wednesday morning, the party had secured control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives, as well as several state governments. The party’s strong performance, driven in part by voters’ anger over inflation and the warContinue Reading
What Next, Democrats?
The following story is co-published with Luke Savage’s Substack . This week’s midterms look all the more remarkable when you turn back the clock. In November 2024, Traitor 47’s 49.8% showing against Kamala Harris in a cost-of-living election was proof positive that the country had lurched irredeemably to the right. America,Continue Reading
Nothing About Us Without Us, on the Big Screen
“Being Heumann,” the new film from “CODA” director Siân Heder, begins in the middle of a busy New York street. Judith Heumann (Judy to her friends) is navigating her way through the city in a wheelchair, unable to get onto sidewalks or cross traffic safely. Finally she’s had enough, and,Continue Reading
‘Married At First Sight UK’ dropped by network after women say they were raped during show
The U.K. version of the “Married At First Sight” reality franchise has canceled its season after allegations that two women were raped during the production of the show., Read More NBC NewsContinue Reading
Police find missing woman alive four days after Russian bombing of Komyshuvakha underground school. Death toll rises to 43.
The death toll from Russia’s 2 November bombing of an underground school in Komyshuvakha, Zaporizhzhia Oblast, has risen to 43. Seven residents previously reported missing have also been found alive, Ukrainian authorities said on 5 November. The latest developments bring some relief to families awaiting news of their relatives, butContinue Reading
Crimea’s lights go out again—and Ukraine says two more Pantsirs were hit
Occupied Crimea lost power two nights in a row this week, according to Russian officials. Over the same days, Ukraine’s General Staff said its forces hit two Pantsir air defense systems on the peninsula. Sevastopol, home port of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet, is again living on rationed electricity. The twoContinue Reading
Photos: Spain mourns Jesus de Miguel, who died after on-pitch collision
Mourners gather in Navahermosa to honour Tenerife player, whose death has united Spain’s football community in grief., Mourners gather in Navahermosa to honour Tenerife player, whose death has united Spain’s football community in grief. Mourners accompany the hearse carrying the remains of CD Tenerife player Jesus de Miguel at hisContinue Reading
Jewish Voice for Peace Action Celebrates Political Victories Across the Country
Jewish Voice for Peace Action is celebrating the wins tonight of seven insurgent candidates for the House of Representatives, a U.S. Senator, eight successful downballot races, and the re-election of nine incumbents in Congress.“Tonight’s results are clear: voters want leaders who will unapologetically champion working people, embrace bold progressive policies,Continue Reading
Vance eyes 2028 reset, as Republicans mull pivot after US midterms drubbing
A Democratic ‘blue tsunami’ in the US midterms shines a light on emerging distaste for The Traitor’s brand among Republicans., Hours after results confirmed that the Republican Party had lost control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives in the United States Congress in the midterm elections thisContinue Reading
Delhi’s toxic air: Who is paying the highest price?
Delhi’s toxic air is not just a health crisis. It is an economic burden, and the people least able to protect themselves are paying the highest price. A report estimates that pollution cost India $26src billion in 2src24, or 6% of GDP. In Delhi NCR, losses exceed 1src% of the economy…Continue Reading
We WON! What Next?
Last night, voters repudiated The Traitor’s corruption, chaos, and cruelty. But they also sent a powerful message to Democrats: unrig our economy, hold the powerful accountable, and make this country work for working people.Continue Reading
LIVE: French students, workers, pensioners protest in Marseille
Students, workers, and pensioners march in Marseille, France, urging the government to address the high cost of living. Hundreds of thousands are expected to protest across France, organized by trade unions and backed by student groups, after weeks of protests over living costs, public services, and education triggered France’s worstContinue Reading
Fave Five: Queer Fantasy Novellas Available in Print
Silver in the Wood by Emily Tesh The Bruising of Qilwa by Naseem Jamnia The Mystery of the Bitten Peach by Cecilia Tan But Not Too Bold by Hache Pueyo Stone and Steel by Eboni Dunbar Bonus: For novella series, check out The Singing Hills Cycle by Nghi Vo and Sworn Soldier byContinue Reading