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Republicans in total meltdown after TPUSA brawl
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MAGA’s infighting is getting uglier. From TPUSA’s AmericaFest to feuds among top right-wing figures, @amandamarcotte.bsky.social breaks down the latest conservative civil war — and why invading Venezuela won’t fix it.
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According to the Associated Press, the pins were the result of a collaboration between Nelini Stamp of Working Families Power and Jess Morales Rocketto of Latino advocacy group Maremoto.
Celebrities' pins pay tribute to Renee Good, denounce ICE at Golden Globes - Salon.com
Simple pins worn on the red carpet voiced objections to the killing of Renee Good.
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January 12, 2026 at 4:25 AM
According to the Associated Press, the pins were the result of a collaboration between Nelini Stamp of Working Families Power and Jess Morales Rocketto of Latino advocacy group Maremoto.
“One Battle After Another” wins Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy at the #GoldenGlobes.
@colemanjspilde.bsky.social wrote how director Paul Thomas Anderson maps a way through our uniquely absurd reality.
@colemanjspilde.bsky.social wrote how director Paul Thomas Anderson maps a way through our uniquely absurd reality.
"One Battle After Another" dredges up hope from the wreckage
In their epic drama, Paul Thomas Anderson and Leonardo DiCaprio map a way through our uniquely absurd reality.
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January 12, 2026 at 4:12 AM
“One Battle After Another” wins Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy at the #GoldenGlobes.
@colemanjspilde.bsky.social wrote how director Paul Thomas Anderson maps a way through our uniquely absurd reality.
@colemanjspilde.bsky.social wrote how director Paul Thomas Anderson maps a way through our uniquely absurd reality.
“To her credit, Buckley’s physical performance is sensational. When Agnes’ initial screams twist into silent, open-mouthed sobs, ‘Hamnet’ briefly becomes a conduit for grief’s potency,” @colemanjspilde.bsky.social writes of Jessie Buckley’s now Golden Globe–winning performance.
"Hamnet" tests tear ducts and patience - Salon.com
Chloé Zhao’s mournful Shakespeare riff leans so hard on tragedy that it leaves little room for nuance.
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January 12, 2026 at 4:01 AM
“To her credit, Buckley’s physical performance is sensational. When Agnes’ initial screams twist into silent, open-mouthed sobs, ‘Hamnet’ briefly becomes a conduit for grief’s potency,” @colemanjspilde.bsky.social writes of Jessie Buckley’s now Golden Globe–winning performance.
Rhea Seehorn wins Best Actress in a Television Series – Drama at the #GoldenGlobes.
@mctelevision.bsky.social explored how Vince Gilligan's Apple TV show lets us project meaning onto a story about happiness at the end of the world.
@mctelevision.bsky.social explored how Vince Gilligan's Apple TV show lets us project meaning onto a story about happiness at the end of the world.
"Pluribus" is a fascinating Rorschach test
Vince Gilligan's new Apple TV show lets us project meaning onto a story about happiness at the end of the world.
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January 12, 2026 at 3:32 AM
Rhea Seehorn wins Best Actress in a Television Series – Drama at the #GoldenGlobes.
@mctelevision.bsky.social explored how Vince Gilligan's Apple TV show lets us project meaning onto a story about happiness at the end of the world.
@mctelevision.bsky.social explored how Vince Gilligan's Apple TV show lets us project meaning onto a story about happiness at the end of the world.
“Sinners” wins Cinematic and Box Office Achievement at the #GoldenGlobes.
@mctelevision.bsky.social wrote about how Ryan Coogler designed a multiplex horror movie that speaks to the past, present and future back in May 2025.
@mctelevision.bsky.social wrote about how Ryan Coogler designed a multiplex horror movie that speaks to the past, present and future back in May 2025.
The radically divine message of ”Sinners”
Ryan Coogler has designed a multiplex horror movie that speaks to the past, present and future.
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January 12, 2026 at 2:47 AM
“Sinners” wins Cinematic and Box Office Achievement at the #GoldenGlobes.
@mctelevision.bsky.social wrote about how Ryan Coogler designed a multiplex horror movie that speaks to the past, present and future back in May 2025.
@mctelevision.bsky.social wrote about how Ryan Coogler designed a multiplex horror movie that speaks to the past, present and future back in May 2025.
Rose Byne wins Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for her role as Linda in “If I Had Legs I'd Kick You.”
Senior Writer Coleman Spilde wrote about how the film had a brutally realistic look at seeking treatment.
Senior Writer Coleman Spilde wrote about how the film had a brutally realistic look at seeking treatment.
"If I Had Legs I’d Kick You" sees therapy how it is - Salon.com
Mary Bronstein breaks down her sophomore feature’s brutally realistic look at seeking treatment.
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January 12, 2026 at 2:25 AM
Rose Byne wins Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for her role as Linda in “If I Had Legs I'd Kick You.”
Senior Writer Coleman Spilde wrote about how the film had a brutally realistic look at seeking treatment.
Senior Writer Coleman Spilde wrote about how the film had a brutally realistic look at seeking treatment.
“Golden” just won Best Original Song at the #GoldenGlobes.
@hanhonymous.bsky.social spoke to "KPop Demon Hunters" filmmakers on how their twist on Korean folklore helps to understand music fandom.
@hanhonymous.bsky.social spoke to "KPop Demon Hunters" filmmakers on how their twist on Korean folklore helps to understand music fandom.
"Keeping you obsessed": Netflix's demons vs. hunters movie captures the mystical allure of K-pop - Salon.com
Interview with Netflix's"KPop Demon Hunters" filmmakers on Korean folklore, sexy demons, fandoms and hit songs
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January 12, 2026 at 2:04 AM
“Golden” just won Best Original Song at the #GoldenGlobes.
@hanhonymous.bsky.social spoke to "KPop Demon Hunters" filmmakers on how their twist on Korean folklore helps to understand music fandom.
@hanhonymous.bsky.social spoke to "KPop Demon Hunters" filmmakers on how their twist on Korean folklore helps to understand music fandom.
Owen Cooper wins Best Supporting Actor on Television at the #GoldenGlobes.
Our senior writer @colemanjspilde.bsky.social wrote how "Adolescence" should be mandatory viewing for every parent and teenager.
Our senior writer @colemanjspilde.bsky.social wrote how "Adolescence" should be mandatory viewing for every parent and teenager.
"Adolescence" explores the dark consequences of teenage boys being radicalized online - Salon.com
The third episode of the limited series finds online misogyny bleeding into real-life, and parents shouldn't look away.
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January 12, 2026 at 1:46 AM
Owen Cooper wins Best Supporting Actor on Television at the #GoldenGlobes.
Our senior writer @colemanjspilde.bsky.social wrote how "Adolescence" should be mandatory viewing for every parent and teenager.
Our senior writer @colemanjspilde.bsky.social wrote how "Adolescence" should be mandatory viewing for every parent and teenager.
All the exciting wins and surprising losses from the first big awards show of the year. #GoldenGlobes
The 2026 Golden Globes winners list - Salon.com
All the exciting wins and surprising losses from the first big awards show of the year.
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January 12, 2026 at 1:28 AM
All the exciting wins and surprising losses from the first big awards show of the year. #GoldenGlobes
The podcast hosts sparked outrage when they suggested donating to the Texas Democrat was a waste of money.
Bowen Yang, Matt Rogers apologize for saying listeners shouldn't donate to Crockett campaign - Salon.com
The podcast hosts sparked outrage when they suggested donating to the Texas Dem was a waste of money.
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January 11, 2026 at 11:07 PM
The podcast hosts sparked outrage when they suggested donating to the Texas Democrat was a waste of money.
Throw them in the trash, along with the rest of these empty promotional gimmicks and crass cash grabs.
Teeny tiny mics are ruining the red carpet
Viral gimmicks, merch saturation and performative press cycles are dragging movies backward.
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January 11, 2026 at 8:51 PM
Throw them in the trash, along with the rest of these empty promotional gimmicks and crass cash grabs.
How planning meals, stretching ingredients and baking something sweet can make a no-spend week feel generous.
A no-spend week, starting in the kitchen
How planning meals, stretching ingredients and baking something sweet can make a no-spend week feel generous
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January 11, 2026 at 8:12 PM
How planning meals, stretching ingredients and baking something sweet can make a no-spend week feel generous.
The retired late-night host said that recent moves have "trampled on" the news division's integrity.
"Eviscerated by idiots": Letterman rages at the state of CBS News - Salon.com
The retired late-night host said that recent moves have
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January 11, 2026 at 7:27 PM
The retired late-night host said that recent moves have "trampled on" the news division's integrity.
The Trump administration has repeatedly threatened military action on the island.
"Find a new place to live": Graham threatens Cuban leadership - Salon.com
The Trump administration has repeatedly threatened military action on the island.
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January 11, 2026 at 6:24 PM
The Trump administration has repeatedly threatened military action on the island.
The recent move to not recommend some childhood shots has been called "dangerous and unnecessary."
The U.S. models vaccine guidance after Denmark — but forgets the social safety net - Salon.com
The recent move to not recommend some childhood shots has been called "dangerous and unnecessary"
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January 11, 2026 at 4:57 PM
The recent move to not recommend some childhood shots has been called "dangerous and unnecessary."
Ashley Tisdale French’s mom-group dustup highlights a culture that thrives on pitting mother against mother.
What really makes mom groups toxic
Ashley Tisdale’s mom-group dustup highlights a culture that thrives on pitting mother against mother.
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January 11, 2026 at 1:05 PM
Ashley Tisdale French’s mom-group dustup highlights a culture that thrives on pitting mother against mother.
“By relentlessly and falsely portraying agents as a beleaguered group terrorized by day care workers, nativity scenes and hotel employees, MAGA has preemptively justified violence against unarmed civilians as an act of self-defense,” @amandamarcotte.bsky.social writes.
ICE is not the victim
MAGA lies can’t hide the real damage done to people like Renee Nicole Good
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January 11, 2026 at 1:21 AM
“By relentlessly and falsely portraying agents as a beleaguered group terrorized by day care workers, nativity scenes and hotel employees, MAGA has preemptively justified violence against unarmed civilians as an act of self-defense,” @amandamarcotte.bsky.social writes.
“In his first week on the job, and in the bizarre publicity blitz that preceded it, Dokoupil has attempted to position himself as something more than an anchor. He seems to be, at least in his own mind, the main character of the news.”
Tony Dokoupil’s viral first week should worry Bari Weiss
The new CBS Evening News host made headlines for all the wrong reasons
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January 11, 2026 at 12:49 AM
“In his first week on the job, and in the bizarre publicity blitz that preceded it, Dokoupil has attempted to position himself as something more than an anchor. He seems to be, at least in his own mind, the main character of the news.”
Paine’s soaring words gave voice to an emerging spirit that lifted colonial resistance to imperial tax policy into a global revolution for liberty under law.
At 250, Thomas Paine's "Common Sense" still matters - Salon.com
With authoritarianism on the rise, the pamphlet that helped spark the American Revolution remains relevant
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January 11, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Paine’s soaring words gave voice to an emerging spirit that lifted colonial resistance to imperial tax policy into a global revolution for liberty under law.
Again, health experts warn new guidance may blur science with personal choice, fueling confusion and debate.
RFK Jr. redefines “moderate drinking” in federal guidelines - Salon.com
Again, health experts warn new guidance may blur science with personal choice, fueling confusion and debate
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January 10, 2026 at 11:21 PM
Again, health experts warn new guidance may blur science with personal choice, fueling confusion and debate.
"Sexistential" confronts the idea that new mothers must abandon pleasure and the dance floor.
Robyn reframes motherhood and desire
"Sexistential" confronts the idea that new mothers must abandon pleasure and the dance floor.
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January 10, 2026 at 10:23 PM
"Sexistential" confronts the idea that new mothers must abandon pleasure and the dance floor.
The once-ubiquitous MAGA makeover is showing signs of trend fatigue as online culture shifts elsewhere.
“Mar-a-Lago face” hits its expiration date - Salon.com
The once-ubiquitous MAGA makeover is showing signs of trend fatigue as online culture shifts elsewhere.
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January 10, 2026 at 9:51 PM
The once-ubiquitous MAGA makeover is showing signs of trend fatigue as online culture shifts elsewhere.
One industry expert said Trump's oil dreams are less about economic prudence and more about distracting the public.
Trump's Venezuelan oil rush is doomed from the start - Salon.com
One industry expert said Trump's oil dreams are less about economic prudence and more about distracting the public
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January 10, 2026 at 9:11 PM
One industry expert said Trump's oil dreams are less about economic prudence and more about distracting the public.
Creamy, rich and oh-so comforting — Bengali Payesh is what other rice puddings wish they could be.
I yearn for my mother’s beloved rice pudding — so will you
Creamy, rich and oh-so comforting — Bengali Payesh is what other rice puddings wish they could be
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January 10, 2026 at 8:05 PM
Creamy, rich and oh-so comforting — Bengali Payesh is what other rice puddings wish they could be.
The Washington National Opera announced Friday that it will end its more than 50-year affiliation with the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
Washington National Opera leaves Kennedy Center as politics reshape the arts - Salon.com
After 50 years, the company is cutting ties amid leadership upheaval, funding demands and Trump-era rebranding
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January 10, 2026 at 6:48 PM
The Washington National Opera announced Friday that it will end its more than 50-year affiliation with the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.