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American Democracy is being attacked from within.
If criticizing Israel for its genocide In Gaza is "antisemitic," what does that say about semitism?
Russia's imperialist instincts must be crushed.
If criticizing Israel for its genocide In Gaza is "antisemitic," what does that say about semitism?
Russia's imperialist instincts must be crushed.
Very important film!
2000 Meters to Andriivka FRONTLINE FULL
A stunning and immersive portrayal of the men fighting on the front lines of the war in Ukraine, from the Oscar®-winning team behind “20 Days in Mariupol.”
youtu.be/Nf4Cgy56slU
A stunning and immersive portrayal of the men fighting on the front lines of the war in Ukraine, from the Oscar®-winning team behind “20 Days in Mariupol.”
youtu.be/Nf4Cgy56slU
2000 Meters to Andriivka (full documentary) | FRONTLINE
YouTube video by FRONTLINE PBS | Official
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November 28, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Very important film!
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Unmanned Systems Forces blow up $60m worth of Russian air defense systems in 3 days; Russian offensive near Zaporizhzhia Oblast's Huliaipole repelled as troops spotted on city outskirts; Ukraine names Russian personnel accused of strike on Sumy that killed 6, injured over 30; and more.
Ukraine war latest updates: Unmanned Systems Forces blow up $60m worth of Russian air defense systems in 3 days
Live coverage of Russia’s war against Ukraine with breaking news and frontline updates, updated 9 times today. Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces took out $60 million worth of Russian air defense syste...
kyivindependent.com
November 28, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Unmanned Systems Forces blow up $60m worth of Russian air defense systems in 3 days; Russian offensive near Zaporizhzhia Oblast's Huliaipole repelled as troops spotted on city outskirts; Ukraine names Russian personnel accused of strike on Sumy that killed 6, injured over 30; and more.
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The president has now blocked three economic data reports. Does he think this is somehow a *good* sign for the economy? trib.al/tal1f15
Trump Cancels Release of Crucial Economic Report to Hide His Failures
Donald Trump has now blocked three economic data reports.
trib.al
November 28, 2025 at 7:35 PM
The president has now blocked three economic data reports. Does he think this is somehow a *good* sign for the economy? trib.al/tal1f15
The Israeli war crimes continue.
Video shows Israeli forces shooting Palestinians dead moments after surrender
Video shows Israeli forces shooting Palestinians dead moments after surrender
Far-right minister defends killing of two men in Jenin, saying ‘terrorists must die’
Video of an Israeli military raid in Jenin shows soldiers summarily executing two Palestinians they had detained seconds earlier.
The shooting on Thursday evening, which was also witnessed by journalists close to the scene, is under justice ministry review, but has already been defended by Israel’s far-right minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, who declared: “terrorists must die”. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
November 28, 2025 at 10:11 PM
The Israeli war crimes continue.
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President Donald Trump called a journalist “stupid” for attempting to fact-check his claim that the Biden administration didn’t vet Afghan nationals who came to the United States, related to the shooting of two National Guard members in Washington. https://to.pbs.org/4is4aO4
WATCH: 'Are you stupid?' Trump rebuffs reporter's question on Afghan resettlement vetting
President Donald Trump called a journalist "stupid" for attempting to fact-check his claim that the Biden administration didn’t vet Afghan nationals who came to the United States, related to the shoot...
www.pbs.org
November 28, 2025 at 8:31 PM
President Donald Trump called a journalist “stupid” for attempting to fact-check his claim that the Biden administration didn’t vet Afghan nationals who came to the United States, related to the shooting of two National Guard members in Washington. https://to.pbs.org/4is4aO4
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This is all John Roberts’ fault
This is all John Roberts’ fault
Trump owes his corrupt and abusive reign to one man.
www.motherjones.com
November 28, 2025 at 4:01 PM
This is all John Roberts’ fault
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Pope Leo XIV condemned the use of religion for justifying "war," "violence" or "fanaticism" – instead urging Catholics to mobilize their faith and unify others "regardless of ethnicity, nationality, religion or personal perspectives."
https://cnn.it/4oGo7Cp
https://cnn.it/4oGo7Cp
November 28, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Pope Leo XIV condemned the use of religion for justifying "war," "violence" or "fanaticism" – instead urging Catholics to mobilize their faith and unify others "regardless of ethnicity, nationality, religion or personal perspectives."
https://cnn.it/4oGo7Cp
https://cnn.it/4oGo7Cp
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Since 1981, Chicago Women in Trades has worked to promote equity by getting more women into the construction trades. Now the nonprofit faces a different challenge: Trump's efforts to erase DEI.
How a small Chicago nonprofit is resisting Trump's war on DEI
Since 1981, Chicago Women in Trades has worked to promote equity by getting more women into the construction trades. Now the nonprofit faces a different challenge: Trump's efforts to erase DEI.
n.pr
November 28, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Since 1981, Chicago Women in Trades has worked to promote equity by getting more women into the construction trades. Now the nonprofit faces a different challenge: Trump's efforts to erase DEI.
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Retirees are mobilizing to defend democracy—and the benefits literally show up in their DNA.
Turns out fighting fascism helps you live longer
Retirees are mobilizing to defend democracy—and the benefits literally show up in their DNA.
www.motherjones.com
November 28, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Retirees are mobilizing to defend democracy—and the benefits literally show up in their DNA.
The war crimes continue.
Israeli forces on Thursday killed a pair of Palestinian men in the occupied West Bank after they appeared to surrender, drawing Palestinian accusations that the men were executed "in cold blood." n.pr/44yxUms
Israeli forces kill Palestinian men in West Bank after they appear to surrender
Israeli forces on Thursday killed a pair of Palestinian men in the occupied West Bank after they appeared to surrender, drawing Palestinian accusations that the men were executed "in cold blood."
n.pr
November 28, 2025 at 10:09 PM
The war crimes continue.
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Thoroughbred horses, auto racing, massive ranches, luxury hotels.
The hobbies and side businesses of the ultrawealthy create huge write-offs that can let them get away with paying little or no income tax for as much as a decade at a time.
(Published Dec. 2021)
The hobbies and side businesses of the ultrawealthy create huge write-offs that can let them get away with paying little or no income tax for as much as a decade at a time.
(Published Dec. 2021)
When You’re a Billionaire, Your Hobbies Can Slash Your Tax Bill
Thoroughbred horses, auto racing, massive ranches, luxury hotels. The hobbies and side businesses of the ultrawealthy create huge write-offs that can let them get away with paying little or no income ...
www.propublica.org
November 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Thoroughbred horses, auto racing, massive ranches, luxury hotels.
The hobbies and side businesses of the ultrawealthy create huge write-offs that can let them get away with paying little or no income tax for as much as a decade at a time.
(Published Dec. 2021)
The hobbies and side businesses of the ultrawealthy create huge write-offs that can let them get away with paying little or no income tax for as much as a decade at a time.
(Published Dec. 2021)
They should never been sent there.
One of the two National Guard troops shot in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday has died, while the other remains in critical condition as of Friday morning.
Shooting Of National Guard Members Reignites Debate Over Deployment In U.S. Cities
One of the two National Guard troops shot in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday has died, while the other remains in critical condition as of Friday morning.
www.forbes.com
November 28, 2025 at 9:55 PM
They should never been sent there.
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Exclusive: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave an order to “kill everybody” in the first strike on suspected drug boats in the Caribbean. After two men survived, the mission commander ordered a second strike to comply with Hegseth’s instructions, according to two sources.
Hegseth order on first Caribbean boat strike, officials say: Kill them all
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued a verbal order to kill all crew members in the Sept. 2 strike on a suspected drug boat. Navy SEALs fired a second missile.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 28, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Exclusive: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave an order to “kill everybody” in the first strike on suspected drug boats in the Caribbean. After two men survived, the mission commander ordered a second strike to comply with Hegseth’s instructions, according to two sources.
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Via KFF Health News : For the first time in more than two decades, the United States is poised to lose its measles elimination status, a designation indicating that outbreaks are rare and rapidly contained. https://ow.ly/HzVo50Xz36K
November 28, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Via KFF Health News : For the first time in more than two decades, the United States is poised to lose its measles elimination status, a designation indicating that outbreaks are rare and rapidly contained. https://ow.ly/HzVo50Xz36K
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Regular giving, even in small amounts, can save lives. https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/23976937/charity-giving-tuesday-givewell-ten-percent
I give 10 percent of my income to charity. You should, too.
Regular giving, even in small amounts, can save lives.
www.vox.com
November 28, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Regular giving, even in small amounts, can save lives. https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/23976937/charity-giving-tuesday-givewell-ten-percent
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski offers support to Democratic senator targeted for retribution by Trump administration, reports James Brooks for the @alaskabeacon.com
Murkowski offers support to Democratic senator targeted for retribution by Trump administration | Alaska Beacon
U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan says Democrats' video was irresponsible but that an investigation isn't a good use of federal time.
alaskabeacon.com
November 28, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Sen. Lisa Murkowski offers support to Democratic senator targeted for retribution by Trump administration, reports James Brooks for the @alaskabeacon.com
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Today marks 55 years since the murder of Ukrainian artist Alla Horska. Over half a century later, Horska’s life is a lasting symbol of the resistance against Russia’s centuries-long campaign to destroy Ukrainian culture.
Alla Horska’s life and death in Ukraine’s struggle against Russian annihilation
Editor's Note: This story was originally published in The Kyiv Independent's first-ever print edition, titled "The Power Within." You can order a copy in our e-store.
Carrying a portrait of Ukrainian...
kyivindependent.com
November 28, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Today marks 55 years since the murder of Ukrainian artist Alla Horska. Over half a century later, Horska’s life is a lasting symbol of the resistance against Russia’s centuries-long campaign to destroy Ukrainian culture.
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History tells us that any deal that doesn’t come with cast-iron security guarantees for Ukraine is not worth the paper it is written on.
Ukraine: deal or no deal?
History tells us that any deal that doesn’t come with cast-iron security guarantees for Ukraine is not worth the paper it is written on.
tcnv.link
November 28, 2025 at 5:22 PM
History tells us that any deal that doesn’t come with cast-iron security guarantees for Ukraine is not worth the paper it is written on.
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Advocates say killing of two Palestinians in West Bank part of Israel's 'systematic policy of extrajudicial killings'.
Jenin killings highlight Israeli system of ‘total impunity’: Rights groups
Advocates say killing of two Palestinians in West Bank part of Israel's 'systematic policy of extrajudicial killings'.
bit.ly
November 28, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Advocates say killing of two Palestinians in West Bank part of Israel's 'systematic policy of extrajudicial killings'.
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“By offering this gift, we could make a real difference in the lives of children and youth and families in Gaza and elsewhere in the Palestinian territories,” said Bishop Sally French of the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey.
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religionnews.com/2025/11/21/e...
New Jersey Episcopal diocese gives $1 million to treat Palestinian children
(RNS) — Part of a little-used fund in the Diocese of New Jersey established 100 years ago to support medical care for children will now help Palestinian youth in Gaza.
religionnews.com
November 28, 2025 at 5:30 PM
“By offering this gift, we could make a real difference in the lives of children and youth and families in Gaza and elsewhere in the Palestinian territories,” said Bishop Sally French of the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey.
religionnews.com/2025/11/21/e...
religionnews.com/2025/11/21/e...
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November 28, 2025 at 5:36 PM
For Black Friday, why not spend some extra bucks supporting independent journalism made by and for trans people?
We run on a shoestring budget to provide some of the most hard-hitting journalism out there, so any support goes a long way!
We operate on a pay-what-you-can scale. See the link below!
We run on a shoestring budget to provide some of the most hard-hitting journalism out there, so any support goes a long way!
We operate on a pay-what-you-can scale. See the link below!
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Tens of thousands of Afghans who resettled in the U.S. over the past four years could see their immigration statuses in jeopardy following Wednesday’s shooting of two National Guard troops. Many are anxious after the Trump administration vowed to undertake sweeping reviews of Afghan immigrants.
Recent Afghan Arrivals Fear Their Futures in the U.S. Are Now in Jeopardy
Many are anxious after the Trump administration vowed to undertake sweeping reviews of immigrants after the shooting of two National Guard troops.
nyti.ms
November 28, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Tens of thousands of Afghans who resettled in the U.S. over the past four years could see their immigration statuses in jeopardy following Wednesday’s shooting of two National Guard troops. Many are anxious after the Trump administration vowed to undertake sweeping reviews of Afghan immigrants.
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In the dead of last night Donald Trump made an announcement that could set the tone for the rest of his presidency.
8 unhinged Donald Trump moments as he lashes out at another female reporter
www.mirror.co.uk
November 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM
In the dead of last night Donald Trump made an announcement that could set the tone for the rest of his presidency.
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Top Democrat Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Maryland) introduced a resolution opposing a presidential commutation or pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell, the accomplice to the late disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein who is now serving time in prison for sex trafficking.
A top House Democrat pushes to oppose Ghislaine Maxwell pardon
Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Maryland) introduced a symbolic measure to put House members on the record opposing a pardon for Jeffrey Epstein’s accomplice.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 27, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Top Democrat Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Maryland) introduced a resolution opposing a presidential commutation or pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell, the accomplice to the late disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein who is now serving time in prison for sex trafficking.
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We found more than two dozen cases of immigration agents using "less lethal" weapons in ways that appear to flout the government's own rules, including by aiming at someone’s head, spine or groin or deploying chemical agents near children.
With @frontlinepbs.bsky.social
With @frontlinepbs.bsky.social
Trump’s Immigration Forces Deploy “Less Lethal” Weapons in Dangerous Ways, Skirting Rules and Maiming Protesters
Civil rights and weapons experts cite the consequences of federal agents’ use of crowd control weapons: religious leaders shot with pepper balls and noxious chemicals. A nurse nearly blinded by tear g...
www.propublica.org
November 27, 2025 at 4:00 AM
We found more than two dozen cases of immigration agents using "less lethal" weapons in ways that appear to flout the government's own rules, including by aiming at someone’s head, spine or groin or deploying chemical agents near children.
With @frontlinepbs.bsky.social
With @frontlinepbs.bsky.social