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Republican Lawmaker Breaks Silence After Mark Kelly Points to GOP Quiet on ‘Sedition’ Row

President Donald Trump and Republicans have been outspoken regarding issues of increasing , particularly following the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Yet, when Trump himself a group of Democratic lawmakers, alleging sedition, Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona, one of those Democrats, highlighted his GOP colleagues’ subsequent silence. “We’ve heard very little, basically crickets, from […]

Mark Kelly Pushes Back on Pentagon Inquiry: ‘It Won’t Work’

The Pentagon declared on Monday its intention to investigate Democratic Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona for potential violations of military law. This inquiry concerns his involvement in a video that urged U.S. military personnel to defy “illegal orders” from their superiors. The [source/report] indicates that Kelly, a retired U.S. Navy captain, is facing “serious allegations […]

How Climate Change Affects Your Thanksgiving Dinner

Across the U.S., Thanksgiving provides an opportunity to savor the bounty of the autumn harvest, including items like sweet potatoes, pumpkin, turkey, and green beans. However, rising temperatures affecting growing seasons and severe weather events destroying crops mean that farmers nationwide are encountering increasing difficulties in cultivating produce and raising animals. Marcus Coleman, a Tulane […]

Weight-Loss Medications Show No Apparent Efficacy Against Alzheimer’s

GLP-1 medications, including Wegovy and Zepbound, have seen a surge in sales as scientists continue to uncover their broader effects on the body, extending beyond mere weight reduction. However, Novo Nordisk announced on November 24 that a highly anticipated study investigating these drugs’ influence on Alzheimer’s disease revealed no significant benefit. Novo Nordisk, the manufacturer […]

How Patriarchy Contributed to the Roman Republic’s Collapse

The collapse of the Roman Republic is often attributed to a failing government, political self-interest, and constitutional breakdown, with key figures like Cicero and Caesar frequently highlighted. However, this historical period also reveals a crucial, often neglected lesson about the significant impact of women’s history on broader societal developments, a fact worth remembering. Upon his […]

‘We Don’t Need Any More Money’: A Disney Heiress Calls on Congress to Increase Her Taxes

This piece is featured in The D.C. Brief, TIME’s political newsletter. Subscribe to have similar articles delivered to your inbox. Abigail Disney found humor in being asked about the reception of her advocacy among her ultra-wealthy peers. “My calendar for dinner invitations isn’t exactly packed,” she quips. Nevertheless, the Disney heiress and documentary maker comprehends […]

A Decade After Paris, Climate Pledges Continue to Neglect the Poor

A decade following the pivotal Paris Agreement, the global community continues to address two distinct challenges—climate change and economic advancement—as if they were disconnected. This perspective presents a significant fallacy. Meaningful climate action is unattainable while billions endure poverty, lacking access to power, reliable food sources, or opportunities for improved livelihoods. Similarly, development initiatives that […]

U.S. Public and Political Opposition to Potential Venezuela War

The U.S. is poised to initiate fresh operations against Venezuela and its President Nicolás Maduro over the weekend. This comes as U.S. President Donald Trump’s Administration intensifies what increasingly resembles a military conflict against the Latin American nation, citing its alleged involvement in the international narcotics trade. Since September 2nd, U.S. military engagements targeting suspected […]

Musk’s DOGE Cost-Cutting Effort Quietly Concludes Early

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) director stated that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has been discreetly dissolved, with eight months remaining on its mandate. Director Scott Kupor confirmed that DOGE—the extensive cost-cutting initiative spearheaded by billionaire Elon Musk that of President Donald Trump’s second term—”no longer exists,” further noting that the majority of […]

Parenting Lessons from Philosophy

Augustine of Hippo, in his autobiography, reflects on his childhood, recalling stealing pears for the thrill, cheating to win games, and having tantrums when his desires weren’t met. These behaviors are relatable, but the idea that toddlers’ emotions can be morally judged might be controversial today. The concept that a child’s actions can be bad—mean, […]

The Challenge of Human-AI Alignment

We are now deeply entrenched in the AI era, with new features or tasks that AI can accomplish emerging weekly. Yet, given our progress, it becomes vital to step back and contemplate larger questions about our trajectory, how to maximize this evolving technology’s potential, and indeed, how to maximize our own potential as we co-evolve […]

Netflix’s ‘The Perfect Neighbor’ Reveals Systemic Flaws in America’s 911 System

A documentary rarely achieves national prominence, particularly one featuring unstable, occasionally askew video, yet Netflix’s The Perfect Neighbor proves exceptionally captivating. The movie, which relies almost exclusively on footage from surveillance cameras, doorbell cameras, and police bodycams, documents the growing animosity over several months between Susan Lorincz, a white woman of middle age, and her […]

Allies: Marjorie Taylor Greene Weighing 2028 Presidential Bid

Marjorie Taylor Greene’s departure from Congress might not signal the end of her political aspirations. The Georgia representative has privately informed allies that she has considered a presidential campaign in 2028, according to two individuals who directly discussed the possibility with her and three others privy to her thoughts. This potential bid arises amidst a […]

Over 300 Students Abducted From a Catholic School in Nigeria: The Latest Information

On Friday, over 300 schoolchildren were reportedly kidnapped from a Catholic school in Nigeria, marking one of the nation’s most severe mass abductions. The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), a nationwide coalition of Christian groups, stated that armed individuals assaulted St. Mary’s Catholic school in Niger state, taking 303 students and 12 teachers, including both […]

What the U.S.-Saudi Defense Deal Lacks

Many might suggest that the defense agreement signed by the U.S. and Saudi Arabia during Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman (MBS)’s visit to Washington fell short of expectations by for the kingdom. This sentiment arises because Qatar secured similar guarantees through an executive order from President Donald Trump only two months prior. The question then […]

Prohibiting AI Regulation Jeopardizes American Children

The Energy & Commerce Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee’s discussion on November 19 regarding chatbot risks served as a stark reminder of the severe human toll resulting from regulatory inaction on artificial intelligence. Nevertheless, despite repeated calls for action, AI companies maintain complete freedom to market products without any substantial safety standards or oversight. No other […]