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US news
fromBoston.com
3 hours ago

Chinese student struck a chord emphasizing humanity during Harvard commencement speech

Understanding and empathy are essential for global change, according to Harvard graduate Yurong 'Luanna' Jiang.
#community
more#community
fromBusiness Insider
1 day ago

I'm an American living in Mexico. Since Trump's election, I've been met with more curiosity and confusion.

Working from a small coastal town in Mexico comes with challenges like unreliable wifi and bureaucratic obstacles, especially for someone trying to maintain a remote career.
Remote teams
#mental-health
NYC real estate
fromPage Six
3 weeks ago

Rosie O'Donnell sells NYC penthouse for nearly half its price after fleeing the US over Trump's election

Rosie O'Donnell sold her NYC penthouse for $4.75 million after leaving the US due to political concerns.
SF LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Trump Administration Is Trying to Disappear a Long-Established Medical Practice. And Doctors Are Already Helping.

Khai Devon faces challenges accessing top surgery due to systemic barriers and personal safety concerns in a hostile environment.
NYC real estate
fromPage Six
3 weeks ago

Rosie O'Donnell sells NYC penthouse for nearly half its price after fleeing the US over Trump's election

Rosie O'Donnell sold her NYC penthouse for $4.75 million after leaving the US due to political concerns.
SF LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Trump Administration Is Trying to Disappear a Long-Established Medical Practice. And Doctors Are Already Helping.

Khai Devon faces challenges accessing top surgery due to systemic barriers and personal safety concerns in a hostile environment.
more#mental-health
#activism
Social justice
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Safety Is a Practice We Enact Together: Building Solidarity Under Trump 2.0

The Trump administration's executive orders promote division, targeting marginalized groups and framing oppressive actions as protective measures.
SF LGBT
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Want to Honor Trans Day of Visibility? Fight With Us Like Your Life Hinges on It

Trans people face increasing visibility challenges and systemic attacks, urging solidarity and resistance against rising fascism.
Social justice
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Safety Is a Practice We Enact Together: Building Solidarity Under Trump 2.0

The Trump administration's executive orders promote division, targeting marginalized groups and framing oppressive actions as protective measures.
SF LGBT
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Want to Honor Trans Day of Visibility? Fight With Us Like Your Life Hinges on It

Trans people face increasing visibility challenges and systemic attacks, urging solidarity and resistance against rising fascism.
more#activism
#diversity-and-inclusion
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Opinion | Black Americans Are Not Surprised by What Trump's Doing

The current political climate mirrors historical injustices faced by Black Americans, highlighting systemic issues still present in society.
NYC LGBT
fromFast Company
2 days ago

So much for corporate Pride: A quarter of NYC's Pride sponsors have backed out

Corporate donors to NYC Pride are pulling back, resulting in a $750,000 funding shortfall for 2023.
Companies now fear backlash from supporting LGBTQ+ initiatives amid a changing political landscape.
more#diversity-and-inclusion
US news
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

'I am pro-Palestine and pro-Ukraine' - students cancel their J1 US trips in protest at Trump visa rules

Europe is becoming a preferred travel destination for Irish students amidst US visa restrictions and concerns over free speech.
#diversity
Fashion & style
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Inside the Most Politically Charged Met Gala in Years

The Met's fashion show highlights Black designers and serves as a cultural resistance amidst political pressures against diversity and inclusion.
Fashion & style
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Inside the Most Politically Charged Met Gala in Years

The Met's fashion show highlights Black designers and serves as a cultural resistance amidst political pressures against diversity and inclusion.
more#diversity
#immigration
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Don't Be Fooled by Trump's Loudmouth Immigration Policy

The Trump administration's aggressive immigration policies have redefined public perceptions of undocumented immigrants, equating them with crime and threatening long-established legal principles.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

US applications for British citizenship skyrocket after Trump election win

The surge in Americans seeking British citizenship reflects fears and frustrations related to current U.S. socio-political conditions.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Opinion | Trump Is Turning America Into Something Else. Four Columnists Zero In On What.

President Trump is transforming America's political landscape and civil liberties, leading to concerns about the future of free speech.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Record number of Americans are seeking residency in UK, according to Home Office

Record number of US citizens applying for British citizenship amid rising political tensions in the US.
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Don't Be Fooled by Trump's Loudmouth Immigration Policy

The Trump administration's aggressive immigration policies have redefined public perceptions of undocumented immigrants, equating them with crime and threatening long-established legal principles.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

US applications for British citizenship skyrocket after Trump election win

The surge in Americans seeking British citizenship reflects fears and frustrations related to current U.S. socio-political conditions.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Opinion | Trump Is Turning America Into Something Else. Four Columnists Zero In On What.

President Trump is transforming America's political landscape and civil liberties, leading to concerns about the future of free speech.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Record number of Americans are seeking residency in UK, according to Home Office

Record number of US citizens applying for British citizenship amid rising political tensions in the US.
more#immigration
#elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago
US Elections

Apathy and economic crisis mark the final stretch of the legislative and gubernatorial election campaign in Venezuela

fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago
US Elections

Apathy and economic crisis mark the final stretch of the legislative and gubernatorial election campaign in Venezuela

more#elections
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Have You Heard The One About ...? - Above the Law

It’s hard to watch the dismantling of various institutions. Being a heckled standup comedian is easier than being an unhappy lawyer golden handcuffed to one of the Biglaw firms that has caved to 47, but who is unable to move.
Law
#censorship
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Journalism Schools Are Facing Dual Pressures Under Trump

The administration's attacks on universities and media threaten the integrity of journalism education and student voices.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Freedom of speech is shifting under the Trump administration. We're exploring how

Concerns about the erosion of free speech are prevalent among various groups in America, especially since President Trump's return.
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Scientists worry about free speech rights under the Trump administration

The termination of LGBTQ+-focused research funding reflects broader concerns about marginalization and censorship in scientific inquiries under the current administration.
fromIndependent
1 week ago
London politics

Ian Kilroy: Kneecap waving a Hezbollah flag might be unwise but to call it terrorism is an outrage

NYC politics
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Journalism Schools Are Facing Dual Pressures Under Trump

The administration's attacks on universities and media threaten the integrity of journalism education and student voices.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Freedom of speech is shifting under the Trump administration. We're exploring how

Concerns about the erosion of free speech are prevalent among various groups in America, especially since President Trump's return.
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Scientists worry about free speech rights under the Trump administration

The termination of LGBTQ+-focused research funding reflects broader concerns about marginalization and censorship in scientific inquiries under the current administration.
fromIndependent
1 week ago
London politics

Ian Kilroy: Kneecap waving a Hezbollah flag might be unwise but to call it terrorism is an outrage

more#censorship
#immigration-policy
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Trump's Censorship Campaign Draws on Decades of Infrastructure Built by Big Tech

fromKqed
2 weeks ago
Canada news

Canadian Tourists Say They Are Avoiding the United States 'Due to Fear' | KQED

fromTruthout
2 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Trump's Censorship Campaign Draws on Decades of Infrastructure Built by Big Tech

fromKqed
2 weeks ago
Canada news

Canadian Tourists Say They Are Avoiding the United States 'Due to Fear' | KQED

more#immigration-policy
#law-school-applications
London startup
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why law school applications are skyrocketing right now

The 20.5% increase in law school applications is driven by applicants' desire to impact the world around them, not just economic factors.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Survey says fraught political moment explains bump in law school applicants | amNewYork

Law school applications are rising due to a surge in political engagement among pre-law students influenced by recent political events.
London startup
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why law school applications are skyrocketing right now

The 20.5% increase in law school applications is driven by applicants' desire to impact the world around them, not just economic factors.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Survey says fraught political moment explains bump in law school applicants | amNewYork

Law school applications are rising due to a surge in political engagement among pre-law students influenced by recent political events.
more#law-school-applications
#free-speech
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie on her new book, Trump and mass murder' in Gaza

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's new book, Dream Count, explores themes of gender, immigration, and the impact of political climates on free speech.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US universities' faculty unite to defend academic freedom after Trump's attacks

Faculty from Big Ten universities unite to protect academic freedoms amid political threats.
Recent politically driven actions have prompted resolutions to preserve university integrity.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie on her new book, Trump and mass murder' in Gaza

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's new book, Dream Count, explores themes of gender, immigration, and the impact of political climates on free speech.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US universities' faculty unite to defend academic freedom after Trump's attacks

Faculty from Big Ten universities unite to protect academic freedoms amid political threats.
Recent politically driven actions have prompted resolutions to preserve university integrity.
more#free-speech
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Blue Land of Enchantment Lures Unhappy Texans

Texas liberals are migrating to New Mexico for its progressive politics and appealing lifestyle.
Canada news
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Canada's Marsch 'sad' about Gold Cup travel fears

Concerns over political climate may deter Canadian fans from attending the Gold Cup in the U.S.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Fight back': Pedro Pascal urges Cannes to resist US political pressure

F*** the people that try to make you scared. And fight back. This is the perfect way to do so in telling stories. Don't let them win.
Independent films
#lgbtq
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

D.C. WorldPride organizers warn transgender visitors to the U.S. of potential travel risks

WorldPride in Washington, D.C. emphasizes safety for trans travelers amidst challenging political realities.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Trans Americans consider moves to safer states because of Trump election: Williams Institute

Nearly half of transgender individuals are relocating or contemplating a move to more welcoming states due to political changes.
more#lgbtq
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Oakland's 8th annual Oaklash drag and queer festival is building resistance in the time of Trump

Oaklash has grown significantly from 500 attendees to 5,000, exemplifying community resilience amidst political challenges.
SF politics
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago

Why I'm Resigning from Positions at the National Science Foundation and Library of Congress

Resigning from key federal institutions due to erosion of integrity and inability to fulfill their mission in a hostile political climate.
#academia
Left-wing politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Why this Yale professor is fleeing America

Jason Stanley leaves Yale for Canada due to Trump administration's funding tactics, believing it's jeopardizing democracy under the pretense of protecting against antisemitism.
Digital life
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Indigenous scientists are fighting to protect their data - and their culture

Indigenous scientists are facing unprecedented challenges in academia due to political shifts affecting funding and support for their research and communities.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Why this Yale professor is fleeing America

Jason Stanley leaves Yale for Canada due to Trump administration's funding tactics, believing it's jeopardizing democracy under the pretense of protecting against antisemitism.
Digital life
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Indigenous scientists are fighting to protect their data - and their culture

Indigenous scientists are facing unprecedented challenges in academia due to political shifts affecting funding and support for their research and communities.
more#academia
#transgender-rights
SF politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Sarah McBride Is Used to the Hate

Representative Sarah McBride is navigating a challenging political climate as the first openly trans member of Congress, facing misgendering and legislative attacks.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Canada news

Several conferences relocate north of the border as Canadians refuse to travel to the U.S. | CBC News

SF politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Sarah McBride Is Used to the Hate

Representative Sarah McBride is navigating a challenging political climate as the first openly trans member of Congress, facing misgendering and legislative attacks.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Canada news

Several conferences relocate north of the border as Canadians refuse to travel to the U.S. | CBC News

more#transgender-rights
#inflation
more#inflation
#canada
MMA
fromCageside Press
3 weeks ago

UFC 315: Three Canadian Fighters on Representing Canada in Unprecedented Times

UFC 315 in Montreal showcases Canadian resilience amid U.S. political tensions affecting international relations.
Despite political challenges, UFC continues its operations, focusing on the fight realm rather than external issues.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
NYC parents

Yale Fascism Scholar' Announces On MSNBC He's Leaving the US for Canada Before Trump Starts Pulling People's Passports'

MMA
fromCageside Press
3 weeks ago

UFC 315: Three Canadian Fighters on Representing Canada in Unprecedented Times

UFC 315 in Montreal showcases Canadian resilience amid U.S. political tensions affecting international relations.
Despite political challenges, UFC continues its operations, focusing on the fight realm rather than external issues.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
NYC parents

Yale Fascism Scholar' Announces On MSNBC He's Leaving the US for Canada Before Trump Starts Pulling People's Passports'

more#canada
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

We're in the Hamptons of England': Trump sends wealthy Americans fleeing to the Cotswolds

Many Americans are moving to the Cotswolds, seeking a pastoral life amid political unrest back home.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Sharma: Why I'm thinking twice about traveling to the US

...it seems to outsiders that cruelty to foreigners is the point of politics, not a byproduct of trauma.
US news
#trump-administration
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

A startling admission from a GOP senator: 'We are all afraid'

Murkowski highlights the fear among politicians in the current political climate and the impact of Trump's leadership style.
Canada news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Key takeaways from Donald Trump's meeting with Canada's PM Mark Carney

Trump and Carney's meeting highlighted trade tensions yet maintained warmth, with Carney affirming Canada’s sovereignty.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We are witnessing slow constitutional collapse in the US | Moira Donegan

The Trump regime's actions are creating a perception of autocracy in the US, undermining democracy and scientific integrity.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

A startling admission from a GOP senator: 'We are all afraid'

Murkowski highlights the fear among politicians in the current political climate and the impact of Trump's leadership style.
Canada news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Key takeaways from Donald Trump's meeting with Canada's PM Mark Carney

Trump and Carney's meeting highlighted trade tensions yet maintained warmth, with Carney affirming Canada’s sovereignty.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

First 100 Days: Congress Acquiesces to Trump But Pressure Tests Ahead

Trump's rapid executive actions contrast sharply with Congress's legislative inactivity, raising concerns about governance and oversight.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

'We're all afraid': Sen. Lisa Murkowski says GOP fears retaliation if they cross Trump

Sen. Murkowski expresses fear of retaliation within Congress for opposing Trump's policies, highlighting a tense political climate.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We are witnessing slow constitutional collapse in the US | Moira Donegan

The Trump regime's actions are creating a perception of autocracy in the US, undermining democracy and scientific integrity.
more#trump-administration
#authoritarianism
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US politics

People who fled authoritarian regimes say Trump's tactics remind them of home

David Koranyi's experience illustrates the oppressive political climate in Hungary and the growing fear of authoritarianism both abroad and in the U.S.
fromeuronews
1 month ago
UK politics

Hungary passes amendment banning public LGBTQ+ events

Hungary's parliament passed a constitutional amendment banning public LGBTQ+ events, which critics decry as a step toward authoritarianism.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

People who fled authoritarian regimes say Trump's tactics remind them of home

David Koranyi's experience illustrates the oppressive political climate in Hungary and the growing fear of authoritarianism both abroad and in the U.S.
more#authoritarianism
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Kennedy Center LGBTQ pride events have been canceled: organizers

Kennedy Center canceled LGBTQ+ events for World Pride Festival amid leadership changes and concerns over political climate.
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Barabak: Alaska Republican speaks truth about Trump: Retaliation is real. We are all afraid.'

Senator Lisa Murkowski expresses deep concern about the climate of fear surrounding political speech in today's America.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Donald Trump is eyeing up a third term and no one is opposing him | Arwa Mahdawi

Trump's ambition to consider a third term reflects his disregard for political norms and ongoing controversies surrounding his presidency.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

CNN Anchor Asks Maggie Haberman Point-Blank If Fear' Of Trump Is Justified?'

Senators express fear and anxiety regarding speaking out against Trump, highlighting concerns about retaliation and job security.
The fear experienced by lawmakers may stem from personal safety concerns and the potential loss of their positions.
more#donald-trump
#electric-vehicles
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

How Transportation Reformers Can Strategize for the Second Trump Administration - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

How Transportation Reformers Can Strategize for the Second Trump Administration - Streetsblog USA

more#electric-vehicles
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Why a holiday in the US is out of the question | Zoe Williams

Travelers are being subjected to harsh deportation processes for minor infractions, signaling a growing authoritarian trend.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Politico's Jonathan Martin Rips Trump for Snubbing Gov. Shapiro After Attack on His Residence Doubles Down Amid Criticism from the Right

Trump's silence after an arson attack on a governor's mansion highlights a troubling political fear among Republicans.
US politics
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Easter's message of rebirth reminds us hope reigns even in these darkest times | Opinion

Easter embodies hope and new beginnings, even amidst current despair and political turbulence.
OMG science
fromBig Think
1 month ago

Science's value, unlike NASA, cannot be destroyed by politics

Scientists fear a repeat of Nazi Germany's persecution reflected in U.S. policies by 2025.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has strong words for Dodgers on importance of Jackie Robinson Day

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar emphasizes the relevance of Jackie Robinson's legacy in contemporary discussions on diversity and inclusion.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Canadian university teachers warned against travelling to the United States | CBC News

The Canadian Association of University Teachers warns members against non-essential travel to the U.S. due to concerns over the political landscape and border scrutiny.
Canada news
#social-justice
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Sarah McBride: Trans visibility and proximity have never been more important than now

Trans people face unprecedented challenges and fear during this year's Trans Day of Visibility, calling for solidarity and allyship.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Sarah McBride: Trans visibility and proximity have never been more important than now

Trans people face unprecedented challenges and fear during this year's Trans Day of Visibility, calling for solidarity and allyship.
Social justice
fromTruthout
1 month ago

The Poor Are Taking Power Back Into Their Own Hands in a "Survival Revival"

The wealth gap has dramatically increased post-2024 election, sparking concern over an oligarchic shift in democracy.
more#social-justice
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Opinion | What Do You Tell a College Student Graduating Into This America?

The article explores the anxieties facing college seniors in today's turbulent political climate.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Australian academics refuse to attend US conferences for fear of being detained

Concerns over safety and discrimination in US travel have led some academics to opt for remote participation in international conferences.
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Syria's New Rulers Get a Makeover

The atmosphere was already changing from what I had observed at the beginning of the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) government under its leader, Ahmed al-Shara.
Black Lives Matter
#higher-education
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

What Is a Student Visa? The Rights and Risks Amid Trump's Crackdown.

International students in the U.S. feel increasingly vulnerable due to heightened scrutiny and the political environment surrounding immigration policies.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

What Is a Student Visa? The Rights and Risks Amid Trump's Crackdown.

International students in the U.S. feel increasingly vulnerable due to heightened scrutiny and the political environment surrounding immigration policies.
more#higher-education
US politics
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Edaein O'Connell: Donald Trump announced his tariffs as if he were reeling off the specials to a table of tourists in a Temple Bar restaurant

Despite significant economic challenges, the current political climate feels absurd and comedic rather than serious.
Non-profit organizations
fromTruthout
1 month ago

As Trump Attacks Education, Chicago Teachers Reach Powerful Tentative Contract

Independent media must amplify truth and prioritize community engagement amidst increasing corporate and political threats.
Berlin music
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago

When culture is cut, everyone suffers - not just the creative industry

Berlin faces €130 million cuts to arts funding amid a budget shortfall, impacting its vibrant creative culture.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Video: How D.C. Is Surviving Trump 2.0

Washington D.C. residents face significant unemployment due to mass layoffs and federal budget cuts, jeopardizing the local economy.
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