Friday, November 13, 2026
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The real Dem bombshell – the new coalition’s breakthrough fusion of agendas and values

“The times, they are a-changin’ and progressive Dems, new and old, lead the redemption of America.”
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Scientists sue to stop NSF from closing its social science unit

The directorate hands out about $247 million a year, nearly two-thirds of federal grant funding in these fields, according to NSF figures.
The Rio Grande curves through desert at sunset beside a rocky canyon wall in Big Bend National Park.

Supreme Court lets border wall work resume in Big Bend

The Court said the trial judge likely had no power to hear the challengers' claim, and cited costs of nearly half a million dollars a day.
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Palantir hires ex-Sen. Tester as Democrats plan to probe the firm

Palantir holds about $2 billion in federal contracts, according to government records cited by NPR.
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Scott asks Labor Department for written pledge to keep its records

The Nov. 4 letter cites a federal law that carries up to three years in prison for destroying federal records.

POPULAR

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10 Reasons Hakeem Jeffries Should Not Be the Next Speaker of the House

“Here are ten reasons why Jeffries should not be Speaker.”
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Cornell University Is Embroiled in Another Sexual Assault Lawsuit

A newly uncovered 2023 lawsuit alleged the university's Title IX office did not take repeated sexual assault allegations seriously. The case may go to trial next year.
The white domed U.S. Capitol building seen from its lawn under a blue sky.

The real Dem bombshell – the new coalition’s breakthrough fusion of agendas and values

“The times, they are a-changin’ and progressive Dems, new and old, lead the redemption of America.”

The dark side of ecotourism: When green travel exploits people and the planet

As luxury eco-retreats and voluntourism surge, experts warn that without systemic reform, the industry may be doing more harm than good.
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House moves to vote on impeaching Hegseth over Iran war, boat strikes

Rep. Thomas Massie's eight articles allege at least 243 deaths in strikes on suspected drug boats, and impeachment would need three Republican votes.

ACTIVISM

Biden's approval plummets as key demographic support wavers: staffers voice concern over Gaza policy.
Demonstrators hold Medicare for All signs at a rally
This election was all about affordability — and few things are more unaffordable than American health care.
The Rio Grande curves through desert at sunset beside a rocky canyon wall in Big Bend National Park.
The Court said the trial judge likely had no power to hear the challengers' claim, and cited costs of nearly half a million dollars a day.