The US Department of Defense has proposed a new press policy that reporters will not sign by Tuesday’s deadline due to concerns over its impact on First Amendment protections and public access to information. Major news organizations, including The Washington Post, New York Times, Associated Press, CNN, Newsmax, and the Washington Times, have refused to … Read more
Spirit Island is one of Canada’s most iconic places – yet it can only be seen by boat or paddle. This breathtaking destination in Jasper National Park has captured hearts globally, from being featured on billboards to appearing in films and TV shows. For its Indigenous owners, Spirit Island holds a deep spiritual significance as … Read more
Arlo Smith, a former San Francisco district attorney who fought for justice and equality, has passed away at the age of 97. A champion of civil rights, Smith was known for his dedication to protecting women’s and LGBTQ+ rights, particularly during his 16-year tenure as district attorney. Born in Minnesota in 1927, Smith moved to … Read more
A US Attorney, Lindsey Halligan, removed top prosecutor Maggie Cleary from her position in the Eastern District of Virginia. It’s unclear if Cleary still works at the Justice Department. Source: https://www.thedailybeast.com/trumps-beauty-queen-prosecutor-begins-purging-doj-office
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sparked outrage when he called seeing “fat troops” on the battlefield a “bad look”. However, after a viral photo of heavyset National Guard soldiers arriving in Chicago went public, the military responded by saying those who fail to meet fitness standards will be sent home and replaced. Hegseth’s comments were made … Read more
Yhdenmaisessa Yahoo-konsernissa käytetään evästejä sivustojamme ja sovelluksiamme toimittamiseksi. Evästeen avulla me tarjoamme paremman kokemuksen sinulle, mutta tietotunnukset keräämme useita sekavia tarkoituksia, kuten: – Tarkoitus: Sivustomme ja sovelluksien hyödyntämiseen – Toteutus: Maantieteellinen sijainnin tietoa sekä selaus- ja hakutiedot Evästeiden käytöstä voit valita, haluatko sinua evästeitä käyttää tai ei. Jos haluat muokata valintojaasi, napsauta Hallitse tietosuoja-asetuksia. Source: … Read more
California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that aimed to grant priority college admissions to applicants directly descended from individuals who were enslaved in the US before 1900. The measure was criticized for being an unconstitutional racial proxy, and its rejection means it won’t become law despite its intended purpose of addressing disparities. Source: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-10-13/governor-vetos-reparations-bill
The Washington Post, The New York Times, Newsmax and other news organizations have refused to sign a new set of Pentagon rules limiting journalists’ access to classified information, citing concerns about freedom of press protections. According to Jeffrey Goldberg, editor in chief of The Atlantic, the requirements violate First Amendment rights. He said that the … Read more
Woody Allen recalls meeting actress Diane Keaton in the late 1960s and being immediately drawn to her. He wrote that she was “charming, beautiful, and magical” and wondered if he could be in love so quickly. Their connection led to a creative partnership, with Keaton becoming an integral part of several of Allen’s films. Keaton … Read more
The Pentagon Press Association, which represents beat reporters, has rejected new restrictive rules by the Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, that critics say gag employees and threaten retaliation against journalists who cover unapproved information. Many news organizations, including major outlets like CNN, Reuters, and The New York Times, have refused to sign the new paperwork about … Read more