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fromFuturism
6 hours ago

City Council Wrecked in Voter Bloodbath After Allowing New Data Center

I ran because I thought the city was not listening to people. It's really the way the deal was handled that led to this kind of uprising.
US politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Two more Reform local election candidates accused of offensive posts

Reform UK's candidate vetting process is inadequate, as evidenced by offensive social media posts from candidates in local elections.
Media industry
fromFuturism
1 day ago

A Prominent PR Firm Is Running a Fake News Site That's Plagiarizing Original Journalism at Incredible Scale

National Today is accused of blatant plagiarism by rewording and stealing content from various publications without crediting the original sources.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

House Republican Reveals Senator She Claims Has Disturbing' Allegations Against Him

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna claims Sen. Ruben Gallego faces allegations of sexual misconduct linked to ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell's recent controversies.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

Online abuse is silencing women on a staggering scale it's a democratic crisis | Sharon Kechula

Susan Kihika faced severe online abuse after maternity leave, highlighting gender-based violence and double standards in political scrutiny against women.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

NY Inspector General says she's working to bring the public into government integrity as Trump erodes public trust | amNewYork

The New York inspector general's office aims to enhance public trust through transparency and integrity in government operations.
fromThe Nation
11 hours ago

Drowning Out the Noise

On the morning of the Unite the Right rally, I lumbered down the staircase of a Catskills Airbnb rented for a bachelor party to learn that only hours before, a gang of white nationalists stormed the University of Virginia campus wielding Tiki torches and chanting, 'Jews will not replace us.'
Left-wing politics
#journalism
US Elections
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

To My Fellow Journalists: We Need to Do Better

Journalism must urgently address the legitimacy of elections and false claims to protect American democracy.
Media industry
from48 hills
3 days ago

Screen Grabs: In the trenches of democracy with Amy Goodman - 48 hills

The future of credible news reporting is threatened by various factors, including corporate media mergers, AI, and hostility towards the press.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

To My Fellow Journalists: We Need to Do Better

Journalism must urgently address the legitimacy of elections and false claims to protect American democracy.
Media industry
from48 hills
3 days ago

Screen Grabs: In the trenches of democracy with Amy Goodman - 48 hills

The future of credible news reporting is threatened by various factors, including corporate media mergers, AI, and hostility towards the press.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Christian GOP politician allegedly paid kids to send him sexually explicit images - LGBTQ Nation

Kevin Hedgpeth, a South Carolina politician, was charged with possession and production of child sexual abuse material involving minors.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
9 hours ago

Commentary: She's a Hollywood housekeeper with a side job: cleaning the trashed streets of her own neighborhood

Community members actively address local litter and dumping issues despite limited city support.
#hungary
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Peter Magyar vows to pursue those who plundered' Hungary, after election win

Peter Magyar pledges to restore democracy and combat corruption after winning Hungary's election, promising a new era of governance.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Peter Magyar vows to pursue those who plundered' Hungary, after election win

Peter Magyar pledges to restore democracy and combat corruption after winning Hungary's election, promising a new era of governance.
#london-elections
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
13 hours ago

What you need to know as Kingston upon Thames heads into local elections

The upcoming London council elections in May 2026 are expected to significantly impact the political landscape, particularly for Labour and Conservatives.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

What you need to know as Kensington and Chelsea heads into local elections

Labour holds 21 of 32 councils in London, while Conservatives maintain a stronghold in Kensington and Chelsea despite recent electoral shifts.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
13 hours ago

What you need to know as Kingston upon Thames heads into local elections

The upcoming London council elections in May 2026 are expected to significantly impact the political landscape, particularly for Labour and Conservatives.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

What you need to know as Kensington and Chelsea heads into local elections

Labour holds 21 of 32 councils in London, while Conservatives maintain a stronghold in Kensington and Chelsea despite recent electoral shifts.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
23 hours ago

Ford government wants to skip public hearings on FOI rule change | CBC News

Ontario Premier Doug Ford's government plans to bypass public hearings for a budget bill that limits access to his cellphone records.
#prediction-markets
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

Experts call for tighter controls on prediction markets: They pose underappreciated threats to democratic integrity'

Prediction markets raise ethical concerns and potential manipulation risks, prompting calls for stricter regulation to protect democratic integrity.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Betting on the news raises ethical questions for journalists

Newsrooms are partnering with prediction market platforms while prohibiting staff from using them, creating a conflict in journalism ethics.
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

Experts call for tighter controls on prediction markets: They pose underappreciated threats to democratic integrity'

Prediction markets raise ethical concerns and potential manipulation risks, prompting calls for stricter regulation to protect democratic integrity.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Betting on the news raises ethical questions for journalists

Newsrooms are partnering with prediction market platforms while prohibiting staff from using them, creating a conflict in journalism ethics.
Healthcare
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California was warned of shocking hospice fraud. Inaction allowed problems to persist

California officials have failed to stop widespread hospice fraud despite promises of reform and ongoing investigations into the industry.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Lawyer Tells Attorneys For Missing Child That They're 'Gonna Burn In Hell' - Above the Law

A lawyer for Camp Mystic made a controversial remark during a hearing related to a tragic flood that killed 27 people.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Make bad moves on AI and face voter backlash, govts warned

The UK government must demonstrate AI benefits to the public to mitigate backlash and concerns over job losses and risks associated with the technology.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Mamdani's DOI pick wins Council approval after questions over independence | amNewYork

City Council approved Nadia Shihata as head of the Department of Investigation despite concerns over her independence from Mayor Mamdani.
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

North Andover police chief granted paid administrative leave after no confidence vote

More than 90 percent of the members of both the North Andover Patrol Officers Union and the Sergeants Union called for 'the immediate removal' of Gray last week, citing 'low morale and broken trust.'
Boston
Washington DC
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

FBI searches Lancaster City Hall, homes of vice mayor and council member in corruption probe

FBI executed search warrants at Lancaster's vice mayor and council member's homes, City Hall, and a Bel Air property as part of a corruption probe.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

No charges for federal agent who impersonated Plymouth town manager

A judge dismissed identity fraud charges against a Customs officer who impersonated a town manager to file a traffic complaint.
DevOps
fromSecuritymagazine
2 days ago

Democratized Software, Democratized Risk: Who's Accountable When Everyone Codes?

AI-driven coding tools enable non-technical teams to create software, but they introduce vulnerabilities and require clear ownership and governance.
fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago

Ethics Commission Dismisses Complaints Over Peacocks' Legal Representation - Portland Mercury

In this case, there was no information found in the preliminary review to suggest that... Councilors used or attempted to use their official position to obtain a private financial gain or avoid a financial detriment that was only available to them but for their official position.
Portland
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

GOP Senator Argues His Party Deserves to Lose the Majority: We've Gotten One Bill Passed'

Sen. Tommy Tuberville criticized Republicans for failing to maintain their majority in Congress and highlighted issues affecting rural communities.
#corruption
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Brooklyn homecare indictment exposes web of corruption that could bring down city Dem politicians

A Brooklyn nonprofit faces federal indictment for alleged corruption involving $200 million in public contracts and fraudulent activities.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Brooklyn homecare indictment exposes web of corruption that could bring down city Dem politicians

A Brooklyn nonprofit faces federal indictment for alleged corruption involving $200 million in public contracts and fraudulent activities.
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
6 days ago

What Do Authoritarians Fear Most? People Who Stick Up for Each Other.

Solidarity among communities is essential for resilience against economic and social pressures exacerbated by conflict and local challenges.
#peter-mandelson
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
13 hours ago

Senior official ousted over Mandelson security row to face MPs

Sir Olly Robbins faces scrutiny over Peter Mandelson's security clearance amid claims of unfair dismissal and lack of transparency in the vetting process.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

Pure shock': how ministers reacted to revelation of Mandelson vetting failure

Peter Mandelson's appointment as British ambassador to Washington surprised senior UK government officials due to failed vetting checks.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Five unanswered questions on Keir Starmer's Mandelson debacle

Peter Mandelson's failed security vetting raises questions about Downing Street's knowledge and the Foreign Office's actions.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
13 hours ago

Senior official ousted over Mandelson security row to face MPs

Sir Olly Robbins faces scrutiny over Peter Mandelson's security clearance amid claims of unfair dismissal and lack of transparency in the vetting process.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

Pure shock': how ministers reacted to revelation of Mandelson vetting failure

Peter Mandelson's appointment as British ambassador to Washington surprised senior UK government officials due to failed vetting checks.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Five unanswered questions on Keir Starmer's Mandelson debacle

Peter Mandelson's failed security vetting raises questions about Downing Street's knowledge and the Foreign Office's actions.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

Norwegian politicians hope Epstein files inquiry will restore faith in democracy

The Epstein files have severely impacted Norway's trust in democracy, prompting an independent investigation into political connections and implications.
#eric-swalwell
SF politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Eric Swalwell and the Modern-Media Reckoning

Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations, including rape, which he denies.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Commentary: There's a wide gap between rumor and fact. That's where Eric Swalwell lurked

Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign collapsed amid serious allegations of sexual misconduct, raising questions about his character and the timing of accusations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Why Were They Silent for So Long?' Karoline Leavitt Rips Democrats Over Swalwell Scandal

Karoline Leavitt condemned Eric Swalwell's sexual misconduct allegations and criticized Democrats for their silence on his behavior.
SF politics
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Biglaw Firm's PAC Donated To Swalwell... After Rape Allegations Dropped - Above the Law

Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress and his gubernatorial campaign following serious allegations of sexual misconduct from multiple women.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Department of Justice investigating Eric Swalwell amid sexual assault allegations

The US Department of Justice is investigating Eric Swalwell following his resignation amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Pamela Brown Fires Back When Stefanik Accuses CNN of Ignoring Swalwell Scandal: I Did the Reporting With My Team!'

Pamela Brown highlighted CNN's role in breaking major stories about Eric Swalwell's scandals amid accusations of misconduct.
SF politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Eric Swalwell and the Modern-Media Reckoning

Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations, including rape, which he denies.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Commentary: There's a wide gap between rumor and fact. That's where Eric Swalwell lurked

Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign collapsed amid serious allegations of sexual misconduct, raising questions about his character and the timing of accusations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Why Were They Silent for So Long?' Karoline Leavitt Rips Democrats Over Swalwell Scandal

Karoline Leavitt condemned Eric Swalwell's sexual misconduct allegations and criticized Democrats for their silence on his behavior.
SF politics
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Biglaw Firm's PAC Donated To Swalwell... After Rape Allegations Dropped - Above the Law

Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress and his gubernatorial campaign following serious allegations of sexual misconduct from multiple women.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Department of Justice investigating Eric Swalwell amid sexual assault allegations

The US Department of Justice is investigating Eric Swalwell following his resignation amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Pamela Brown Fires Back When Stefanik Accuses CNN of Ignoring Swalwell Scandal: I Did the Reporting With My Team!'

Pamela Brown highlighted CNN's role in breaking major stories about Eric Swalwell's scandals amid accusations of misconduct.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Former O.C. cop used database to track woman, contacted her thousands of times, prosecutors say

Josett admitted to contacting the woman sometimes more than 100 times a day during a period of nine months, violating a restraining order by driving by her house after being notified of his impending termination.
Law
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
2 days ago

Eric Adams' zombie effort to change NYC Charter roars to life with first public hearing

Public input is welcomed as the commission seeks to modernize city government and enhance democratic involvement.
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Indian government investigating TCS after police sting

Reports indicate that an initial inquiry, triggered by a complaint relating to religious practices, has brought to light disturbing allegations involving sexual harassment, rape, and attempts at forced religious conversion of female employees by certain individuals in supervisory roles.
Women in technology
Left-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

Trump's Corrupt Pardon Campaign Has Somehow Hit a New Low

Trump has issued approximately 1,600 pardons during his second term, significantly more than in his first term, with no signs of slowing down.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

City Council requests 5 years' worth of BPD body camera footage

Boston City Council requests five years of body camera footage from police incidents to increase transparency after a fatal shooting.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
3 days ago

Digital Hopes, Real Power: The Rise of Network Shutdowns

In 2024 alone, authorities imposed 304 internet shutdowns across 54 countries - the highest number ever recorded. This reflects a growing trend of governments treating connectivity as a weapon.
World politics
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
3 days ago

Ethics Commission Fines Homelessness Influencer Over State Violations - Portland Mercury

Kevin Dahlgren violated state ethics law while working in homeless services, resulting in a $3,000 penalty for personal gain from client purchases.
#media-regulation
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Powerful California institutions backed Swalwell's rise. Now they're facing questions

Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign collapsed due to sexual assault allegations, leading to his resignation and loss of support from political allies.
#bribery-investigation
Brooklyn
fromThe Haitian Times
1 week ago

NYC council member, Hochul aide rally as supporters decry federal bribery probe

A New York City Council member and her sister are under federal investigation for potential bribery related to migrant shelter contracts, but have not been charged.
NYC politics
fromSpectrumlocalnews
1 week ago

Hochul aide rallies with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

Farah Louis and her sister face a federal bribery investigation but have not been charged or publicly accused of wrongdoing.
Brooklyn
fromThe Haitian Times
1 week ago

NYC council member, Hochul aide rally as supporters decry federal bribery probe

A New York City Council member and her sister are under federal investigation for potential bribery related to migrant shelter contracts, but have not been charged.
NYC politics
fromSpectrumlocalnews
1 week ago

Hochul aide rallies with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

Farah Louis and her sister face a federal bribery investigation but have not been charged or publicly accused of wrongdoing.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Reform UK seeks breakthrough in fragmented Havering Council

Havering's political landscape is complex, with no single party in control and ongoing financial challenges.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
2 weeks ago

The government-funded coverup under our noses - High Country News

The Bureau of Land Management plans extensive drilling in central California, threatening ecosystems and public health in areas like the Irish Hills.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Mandelson scandal is biggest crisis for diplomatic service in decades, says ex-Foreign Office chief

The Peter Mandelson security vetting scandal represents a significant crisis for the diplomatic service, with implications for leadership accountability.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Lib Dems 'local champions who get things done'

Sir Ed Davey expresses confidence in the Liberal Democrats' chances of gaining more councillors in London elections.
#politics
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Keir Starmer says it is 'unforgivable' he was not told Mandelson failed security vetting for US ambassador role; Calls for him to resign over scandal

The prime minister expressed anger over not being informed about the Foreign Office overruling security vetting recommendations.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

TMZ Turns Its Pitiless Lens on Politicians

TMZ has expanded its focus to include politicians, highlighting their perceived irresponsibility while enjoying leisure activities during government crises.
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Keir Starmer says it is 'unforgivable' he was not told Mandelson failed security vetting for US ambassador role; Calls for him to resign over scandal

The prime minister expressed anger over not being informed about the Foreign Office overruling security vetting recommendations.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

TMZ Turns Its Pitiless Lens on Politicians

TMZ has expanded its focus to include politicians, highlighting their perceived irresponsibility while enjoying leisure activities during government crises.
Media industry
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

The 3 PR Strategies I Stopped Recommending to Clients After They Backfired

Traditional press releases are losing effectiveness; personalized pitches to journalists yield better results.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Starmer accused of a cover up' over Mandelson vetting scandal

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

Op-ed: Public safety and fairness are not expendable budget items - San Jose Spotlight

Budget cuts in Santa Clara County threaten the effectiveness of the District Attorney's and Public Defender's Offices, impacting public safety and legal representation.
Media industry
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Exclusive: Can AI judge journalism? A Thiel-backed startup says yes, even if it risks chilling whistleblowers

Aron D'Souza's startup Objection uses AI to challenge journalism claims, aiming to restore trust in media.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

House returns as two lawmakers vow to resign amid scandals US politics live

Two lawmakers resigned amid scandals, with calls for expulsion of two others over misconduct and abuse of public trust.
#security-vetting
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Key questions facing government over Mandelson vetting

Lord Mandelson failed security vetting for ambassador role, raising questions about the Prime Minister's knowledge and the Foreign Office's decision-making.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Minister defends Starmer amid Mandelson revelations, saying vetting decision utterly unacceptable' UK politics live

Darren Jones ordered a review after the Foreign Office overruled security vetting findings, calling the situation unacceptable and suspending their rights to do so.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Key questions facing government over Mandelson vetting

Lord Mandelson failed security vetting for ambassador role, raising questions about the Prime Minister's knowledge and the Foreign Office's decision-making.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Minister defends Starmer amid Mandelson revelations, saying vetting decision utterly unacceptable' UK politics live

Darren Jones ordered a review after the Foreign Office overruled security vetting findings, calling the situation unacceptable and suspending their rights to do so.
Media industry
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Q&A: 'Democracy Now!' host Amy Goodman urges S.F. residents to 'Steal This Story, Please!'

Amy Goodman advocates for amplifying marginalized voices through independent journalism to combat corporate media's silencing of important stories.
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

For Better or for Worse, the House Is Changing the Way It Deals With Its Worst Members

Luna and Leger Fernández worked in tandem to push Reps. Tony Gonzales and Eric Swalwell into involuntary retirement, using social media to update the public on their progress.
SF politics
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 month ago

Secrecy, Democracy, Necessity

Executive officials justify secrecy through claims of protecting decision-making integrity and national security, but such necessity arguments alone cannot legitimize secret governance in democracies.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Starmer should face Commons inquiry over Mandelson vetting, says Ed Davey

Keir Starmer is under investigation for potentially misleading parliament regarding Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Parties urged to act over candidates' racist posts

Both the Green Party and Reform UK face pressure to sever ties with candidates who made racist and offensive online posts.
SF politics
fromAxios
4 days ago

Congress reaches the breaking point on its ethics crisis

Lawmakers are frustrated with the slow pace of the Ethics panel and are considering forcing expulsion votes.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Labour and Lib Dem MPs demand shameful' Palantir NHS contract be scrapped

MPs demand the government terminate its NHS contract with Palantir due to concerns over trust and the company's political affiliations.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Why Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales chose to resign

Rep. Eric Swalwell faced multiple sexual assault allegations, leading to his campaign suspension and calls for resignation from Congress amid due process concerns.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

House Dem Accused of Stealing $5M Could Face Expulsion

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces expulsion vote after being found guilty of ethics violations and charged with stealing $5 million in relief funds.
US politics
fromemptywheel
1 month ago

Accountability - emptywheel

Accountability for Trump and his administration is essential to prevent him from scapegoating Muslims for failures resulting from his Iran conflict decisions.
SF politics
from48 hills
1 week ago

Why is the City Attorney's Office 'investigating' a leaked document? It's unprecedented and alarming - 48 hills

Confidential leaks are integral to democracy, despite attempts by politicians to control information.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months ago

What Accountability-Seeking Protest Can Tell Us About Democracy

Different kinds of political protest pursue distinct aims; accountability-seeking protest aims to hold actors responsible and can reinforce democratic community bonds.
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