Friday, July 3, 2026

What American media won’t tell us about the Putin/XI Meeting, Part II

An authoritarian approach to such a threat can never work – democracies have to lead.

Germany to shut down its last remaining nuclear reactors

Germany’s decision comes as it is trying to phase out coal, which still generates a third of its electricity, by 2038 at the latest

How Koch cash is bankrolling the effort to kill Big Tech reform

When the next big disaster unfolds due to deregulation, don’t be fooled.

Clarence Thomas proves Justices can’t police themselves

The Supreme Court needs term limits and a binding code of ethics.

World’s biggest banks poured $673 billion into fossil fuels last year

“This is one of the most insane misallocations of capital in human history.”

Donald Trump and America’s democratic reputation

Because of Donald Trump, U.S. democracy has become an object of derision around the world.

Florida to ban abortion after six weeks of pregnancy

The Center for Reproductive Rights argues that the new bill is a health hazard to many women.

Finland’s NATO move leaves others to carry on the ‘Helsinki spirit’

What are the consequences for Finland and the world, including Finland's historic role as a peacemaker.

People power: Focus and unite

Focus and unite . . . the only sane and possible solution.
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‘Not giving up’: Expelled Black Tennessee lawmakers are reinstated as movement for gun control...

The Nashville Metropolitan Council unanimously voted Monday to restore Jones to office, and he was sworn in Tuesday. Pearson is being sworn back in Thursday.