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Trump holds prayer rally to ‘rededicate’ US as ‘one nation under God’
Trump holds prayer rally to ‘rededicate’ US as ‘one nation under God’
Al Jazeera · Al Jazeera English
Critics have denounced the event as a blurring of the separation of church and state mandated by the US Constitution.
Personal ActivitiesSocial Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 10:54 PM
Christian nationalists pray for a return to America’s “Christian roots”
Christian nationalists pray for a return to America’s “Christian roots”
CK Smith · Salon
Christian Nationalists gather to pray for a return to America's "Christian roots" to kick off the 250th celebration
Religious FreedomSocial Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 10:54 PM
Vance Gives A Speech And Waits For Applause That Never Comes
Vance Gives A Speech And Waits For Applause That Never Comes
Chris capper Liebenthal · Crooksandliars.com
While Trump was off getting humiliated in China, Vance was left behind in the States to humiliate himself. It was no small feat, but one that Vance proved himself quite capable of doing. Vance was supposed to give a speech honoring fallen police officers. How…
Elections & PoliticsRepublican Party
May 17, 2026, 10:28 PM
887: Two Is One, One Is None!
887: Two Is One, One Is None!
This American Life · Thisamericanlife.org
One family faces the Trump administration’s ban on trans people serving in the military, and responds with a surprising secret weapon. Visit thisamericanlife.org/lifepartners to sign up for our premium subscription.<ul><li>Prologue: Geirid and Chrissy are ex…
LGBTQ+ RightsSocial Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 10:00 PM
Here’s the biggest news you missed this weekend
Here’s the biggest news you missed this weekend
Kayla Hayempour, Mark Hodge, Amina Kilpatrick · NBC News
Sen. Bill Cassidy’s primary loss Saturday brings to an end a two-decade career in public office that was ultimately defined by tensions with President Donald Trump
Donald TrumpElections & PoliticsRepublican Party
May 17, 2026, 10:00 PM
Dem Rep Tears Into MAGA Cohort: 'You''re A Pharmacist, Buddy. You Know Better Than This.s Chaffetz Badgers Cassidy On Impeachment Vote Ahead Of Primary Loss'
Dem Rep Tears Into MAGA Cohort: 'You''re A Pharmacist, Buddy. You Know Better Than This.s Chaffetz Badgers Cassidy On Impeachment Vote Ahead Of Primary Loss'
Heather · Crooksandliars.com
Democratic Rep. Jake Auchincloss was having none of his MAGA Rep. Buddy Carter's nonsense during a panel discussion about Sen. Bill Cassidy's primary loss in Louisiana on CNN's State of the Union this Sunday. Host Dana Bash asked Carter for his thoughts on wh…
Campaign EventsElections & Politics
May 17, 2026, 9:30 PM
“Evidence 2020 was rigged”: Blanche says he’s investigating whether “right people” voted
“Evidence 2020 was rigged”: Blanche says he’s investigating whether “right people” voted
Alex Galbraith · Salon
Acting AG Todd Blanche believes there's "a ton of evidence" that the 2020 election was stolen from Trump.
Criminal CasesElections & PoliticsLegal & Justice
May 17, 2026, 8:40 PM
‘Won’t be anything left’: Trump issues threat to Iran amid stalled talks
‘Won’t be anything left’: Trump issues threat to Iran amid stalled talks
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
The US president has pressured Iran to concede to demands including dismantling nuclear programme and missile stocks.
Foreign Policy & InternationalIranNuclear Policy
May 17, 2026, 8:16 PM
Trump Breaks With Lauren Boebert In Latest MAGA Infighting: ‘Weak Minded’
Trump Breaks With Lauren Boebert In Latest MAGA Infighting: ‘Weak Minded’
Zachary Folk, Forbes Staff, Zachary Folk, Forbes Staff https://www.forbes.com/sites/zacharyfolk/ · Forbes
Boebert is standing by Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., who is facing a primary challenge from a Trump-backed candidate.
Elections & PoliticsRepublican Party
May 17, 2026, 8:04 PM
US Says China Agrees to Spend Billions on Agricultural Goods
US Says China Agrees to Spend Billions on Agricultural Goods
Yash Roy and Michael Hirtzer · Yahoo Entertainment
(Bloomberg) -- China has agreed to purchase at least $17 billion of agricultural products from the US annually through 2028, the White House said in a fact...
AgricultureTrade
May 17, 2026, 7:44 PM
Fox's Chaffetz Badgers Cassidy On Impeachment Vote Ahead Of Primary Loss
Fox's Chaffetz Badgers Cassidy On Impeachment Vote Ahead Of Primary Loss
Heather · Crooksandliars.com
Congressman turned Fox propagandist Jason Chaffetz went after Senator Bill Cassidy over his vote to impeach Trump during an appearance on this Saturday's The Big Weekend Show. Cassidy was trying to make a last ditch appeal to Louisiana voters just ahead of hi…
Elections & PoliticsImpeachmentMedia & CommunicationsRepublican Party
May 17, 2026, 7:42 PM
Mexican officials announce 10 dead in early-morning shooting in Tehuitzingo
Mexican officials announce 10 dead in early-morning shooting in Tehuitzingo
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
Officials blamed the shooting on 'armed individuals', though no details were provided about attackers or their motives.
Foreign Policy & InternationalMexico
May 17, 2026, 7:22 PM
Fusion Fuel Green PLC (HTOO): 11 Most Promising Renewable Energy Stocks Right Now
Fusion Fuel Green PLC (HTOO): 11 Most Promising Renewable Energy Stocks Right Now
Sajjl Nooranne · Yahoo Entertainment
With an impressive upside potential of 1680.58%, Fusion Fuel Green PLC (NASDAQ:HTOO) is among the 11 Most Promising Renewable Energy Stocks Right Now. On May...
Economy & FinanceEnergy
May 17, 2026, 7:19 PM
FTC Solar (FTCI) Gets A Target Cut But Analysts Aren’t Fully Backing Away
FTC Solar (FTCI) Gets A Target Cut But Analysts Aren’t Fully Backing Away
Sajjl Nooranne · Yahoo Entertainment
With an upside potential of 136.72%, FTC Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FTCI) is among the 11 Most Promising Renewable Energy Stocks Right Now. FTC Solar, Inc...
Economy & FinanceEnergyStock Market
May 17, 2026, 7:19 PM
Why Analysts See Early-Stage Upside In Bimergen Energy (BESS)
Why Analysts See Early-Stage Upside In Bimergen Energy (BESS)
Sajjl Nooranne · Yahoo Entertainment
With an upside potential of 188.18%, Bimergen Energy Corporation (NYSEAMERICAN:BESS) is among the 11 Most Promising Renewable Energy Stocks Right Now. On May...
Economy & FinanceEnergy
May 17, 2026, 7:19 PM
Tigo Energy (TYGO) Gets A Target Hike As Solar Optimization Momentum Builds
Tigo Energy (TYGO) Gets A Target Hike As Solar Optimization Momentum Builds
Sajjl Nooranne · Yahoo Entertainment
With an upside potential of 77%, Tigo Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:TYGO) is among the 11 Most Promising Renewable Energy Stocks Right Now. Tigo Energy, Inc...
Economy & FinanceEnergyStock Market
May 17, 2026, 7:18 PM
Why Beam Global’s (BEEM) Latest Patent Could Matter Beyond EV Charging
Why Beam Global’s (BEEM) Latest Patent Could Matter Beyond EV Charging
Sajjl Nooranne · Yahoo Entertainment
With an upside potential of 52.97%, Beam Global (NASDAQ:BEEM) is among the 11 Most Promising Renewable Energy Stocks Right Now. On April 30, Beam Global...
Economy & FinanceEnergy
May 17, 2026, 7:18 PM
SUNation Energy (SUNE) Secures Financing Support But Scaling Questions Remain
SUNation Energy (SUNE) Secures Financing Support But Scaling Questions Remain
Sajjl Nooranne · Yahoo Entertainment
With an upside potential of 42.5%, SUNation Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:SUNE) is among the 11 Most Promising Renewable Energy Stocks Right Now. On April 17, SUNation...
Economy & FinanceEnergy
May 17, 2026, 7:18 PM
Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt Fails to Read Room on AI. Gets Booed to Oblivion
Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt Fails to Read Room on AI. Gets Booed to Oblivion
Mike Pearl · Gizmodo.com
Schmidt is the second commencement speaker this graduation season to receive this highly predictable response.
AI State Law PreemptionSocial Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 5:50 PM
Why Shouldn’t Yields Rise?
Menzie Chinn · Econbrowser.com
Friday’s jump in 10 year Treasury yields (10 bps), and the 30 year yield nearing 5% alarmed markets. But why? Debt and the debt trajectory are up. Fed Chair Designate Warsh wants to shrink the Fed balance sheet, even as Trump continues his assault on Fed inde…
BudgetEconomy & FinanceInflationTaxes
May 17, 2026, 5:11 PM
Major bank drops bombshell on Fed interest-rate bets
Major bank drops bombshell on Fed interest-rate bets
Mary Helen Gillespie · TheStreet
After an especially bruising week of hot back-to-back inflation headlines, increasing uncertainties about the end of the Iran war’s energy shocks, and a...
BankingEconomy & FinanceInflationTrade
May 17, 2026, 5:07 PM
Benchmark’s Bullish View Supports Spotify Technology S.A. (SPOT) as a Steve Cohen Large-Cap Pick
Benchmark’s Bullish View Supports Spotify Technology S.A. (SPOT) as a Steve Cohen Large-Cap Pick
Neha Gupta · Yahoo Entertainment
Spotify Technology S.A. (NYSE:SPOT) is one of billionaire Steve Cohen’s large-cap stock picks with the highest upside potential. On April 29, Benchmark...
Economy & Finance
May 17, 2026, 4:52 PM
Sea Limited (SE) Stands Out as a Top Steve Cohen Large-Cap Pick on Robust Revenue Growth
Sea Limited (SE) Stands Out as a Top Steve Cohen Large-Cap Pick on Robust Revenue Growth
Neha Gupta · Yahoo Entertainment
Sea Limited (NYSE:SE) is one of billionaire Steve Cohen’s large-cap stock picks with the highest upside potential. On May 12, Sea Limited (NYSE:SE) delivered...
Economy & FinanceStock Market
May 17, 2026, 4:52 PM
Ahead of Tuesday primary, GOP Rep. Massie says billionaires trying to 'buy' his seat
Ahead of Tuesday primary, GOP Rep. Massie says billionaires trying to 'buy' his seat
Quinn Scanlan · Abcnews.com
Ahead of his primary Tuesday where he's fending off a Trump-backed challenger, Rep. Thomas Massie joined "This Week."
Campaign FinanceElections & Politics
May 17, 2026, 4:43 PM
Truist Raises PT on Woodward (WWD) Stock
Truist Raises PT on Woodward (WWD) Stock
Bob Karr · Yahoo Entertainment
Woodward, Inc. (NASDAQ:WWD) is one of the Best Fundamentally Strong Stocks to Buy Now. On May 5, Truist lifted its price objective on the company’s stock to ...
Economy & FinanceStock Market
May 17, 2026, 4:39 PM
Hers’s Why NVIDIA (NVDA) Is One of the Best Fundamentally Strong Stocks to Buy Now
Hers’s Why NVIDIA (NVDA) Is One of the Best Fundamentally Strong Stocks to Buy Now
Bob Karr · Yahoo Entertainment
NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) is one of the Best Fundamentally Strong Stocks to Buy Now. On May 13, BofA lifted its price objective on the company’s stock...
Economy & FinanceStock Market
May 17, 2026, 4:38 PM
National Mall prayer event sparks concern about Trump administration eroding the wall between church and state
National Mall prayer event sparks concern about Trump administration eroding the wall between church and state
Aleena Fayaz, CNN · CNN
An all-day prayer event on the National Mall on Sunday — backed by the White House through a mix of taxpayer funds and private donations — is the most recent...
Government & AdministrationReligious FreedomSocial Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 4:33 PM
Bus riders to Montgomery retrace old steps while fighting a new fight
Bus riders to Montgomery retrace old steps while fighting a new fight
The Associated Press · NPR
Thousands of people rallied Saturday in Montgomery, Alabama, to push back against conservative states' efforts to dismantle congressional districts that helped secure Black political representation.
Civil RightsElections & PoliticsProtests
May 17, 2026, 4:21 PM
Rededicate 250: Thou Shalt Not Separate Church And State
Rededicate 250: Thou Shalt Not Separate Church And State
Julia Conley · Crooksandliars.com
An all-day prayer event scheduled for Sunday on the National Mall is set to feature evangelical Protestant leaders as well as top White House and Republican Party officials as speakers, and is being promoted as a celebration of “thanksgiving” as well as an op…
Campaign EventsElections & PoliticsReligious FreedomSocial Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 4:18 PM
Trump advisers fear China may invade Taiwan in next 5 years: Report
Trump advisers fear China may invade Taiwan in next 5 years: Report
Express Global Desk · The Indian Express
During the talks, Xi warned Trump that mishandling the Taiwan issue could push US-China ties toward "clashes and even conflicts", according to reports.
ChinaForeign Policy & InternationalMilitary
May 17, 2026, 4:11 PM
White House Posts Image Of Trump As Famously British 007 Amid James Bond Casting
White House Posts Image Of Trump As Famously British 007 Amid James Bond Casting
Glenn Garner · Deadline
With the search officially underway for the next James Bond, it appears Donald Trump is trying to dust off what remains of his onscreen career. On Saturday, the White House reacted to news that casting director Nina Gold (The Force Awakens, Game of Thrones, T…
Media & CommunicationsPersonal & Family
May 17, 2026, 4:09 PM
Taiwan not to give up ‘free way of life under pressure’: President
Taiwan not to give up ‘free way of life under pressure’: President
Al Jazeera · Al Jazeera English
Lai says Taiwan will not provoke conflict with China, but will not forsake its dignity or democratic values.
ChinaForeign Policy & International
May 17, 2026, 3:37 PM
Bill Cassidy Goes Down In Flames, Takes Shot At Trump
Bill Cassidy Goes Down In Flames, Takes Shot At Trump
Ed Scarce · Crooksandliars.com
Yesterday's Republican primary for U.S. Senate in Louisiana went about as expected, with the incumbent Bill Cassidy finishing a humiliating third and not making the runoff. On the way out, he had a few not-so-veiled words for Mr. Trump. Source: WWLTV After lo…
Elections & PoliticsRepublican Party
May 17, 2026, 3:37 PM
Thousands flock to the National Mall in Washington for an America-themed prayer rally
Thousands flock to the National Mall in Washington for an America-themed prayer rally
TIFFANY STANLEY · Yahoo Entertainment
Against the backdrop of the Washington Monument, worship music blared from a stage that made clear the event's Christian focus. Arched stained-glass windows...
Personal ActivitiesSocial Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 3:24 PM
Gasoline Implications of a Higher EV Fleet Share
Menzie Chinn · Econbrowser.com
One of the reasons why the impact of higher gasoline prices might be muted relative to the past is the increased fuel efficiency of US autos, in small part due to a higher share of electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles in the US fleet. It could’ve been larger…
Economy & FinanceEnergyEnvironment
May 17, 2026, 3:02 PM
“The Golden Calf”: Trump’s sculpture artist speaks out
“The Golden Calf”: Trump’s sculpture artist speaks out
CK Smith · Salon
The Ohio artist tells the story of being hired by "cryptobros" and the constant edits of Trump's "turkey neck"
Personal & FamilyPersonal Business
May 17, 2026, 2:53 PM
What to know about Georgia’s primary as Republicans set sights on Senate
What to know about Georgia’s primary as Republicans set sights on Senate
Joseph Stepansky · Al Jazeera English
Republicans hope to reclaim Ossoff's Senate seat after 2020 upset; Democrats will pick champion for governor's race.
2024 PresidentialCampaign EventsDemocratic PartyElections & PoliticsRepublican Party
May 17, 2026, 2:42 PM
Is Christian Zionism in the US on a decline?
Is Christian Zionism in the US on a decline?
Mariya Petkova · Al Jazeera English
Support for Israel among young American conservatives is weakening. That might not bode well for Christian Zionism.
Social Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 2:32 PM
Tarlov: 'The Idea Of The Trump Administration Rooting Out Fraud Is Utterly Laughable'
Tarlov: 'The Idea Of The Trump Administration Rooting Out Fraud Is Utterly Laughable'
Heather · Crooksandliars.com
Jessica Tarlov cohorts on this Friday's The Five did their best to shut her down when she rightfully pointed out that there's a "for sale" sign on the White House right now. The discussion about JD Vance's joke of a so-called fraud task force went off the rai…
Legal & JusticeMedia & Communications
May 17, 2026, 2:31 PM
Three-Time Trump Voter Regrets His Vote, Says He 'Should Have Known Better'
Three-Time Trump Voter Regrets His Vote, Says He 'Should Have Known Better'
Heather · Crooksandliars.com
A self described three-time Trump voter from Hawaii named Thomas called into C-SPAN's Washington Journal this Saturday and told host the host he's got some serious regrets about voting for Trump and should have known better. POPIELARZ: Let's go to Thomas now…
Elections & PoliticsPersonal & Family
May 17, 2026, 2:31 PM
Top Judiciary Democrat Raskin blasts possible Trump-IRS settlement
Top Judiciary Democrat Raskin blasts possible Trump-IRS settlement
Quinn Scanlan · Abcnews.com
He calls it a "political slush fund" and says it's unconstitutional.
Criminal CasesLegal & Justice
May 17, 2026, 2:19 PM
Merz and Trump weaponize each other’s problems
Merz and Trump weaponize each other’s problems
RT
As ties fray, Berlin and Washington are focusing on critiquing each other’s crises while dodging their own mounting failures Read Full Article at RT.com
Foreign Policy & InternationalGovernment & Administration
May 17, 2026, 2:14 PM
Son of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas elected to top Fatah body
Son of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas elected to top Fatah body
Mariamne Everett · Al Jazeera English
Businessman Yasser Abbas, 64, secured a place on the central committee despite spending most of his time in Canada.
Foreign Policy & International
May 17, 2026, 2:03 PM
Just What Exactly Do Conservatives Think Inflation Is?
Just What Exactly Do Conservatives Think Inflation Is?
John Tamny, Contributor, John Tamny, Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/johntamny/ · Forbes
What fractures globalized production naturally results in higher prices just as what integrates global production naturally results in lower prices.
Economy & FinanceInflation
May 17, 2026, 2:00 PM
How will Izz al-Din al-Haddad assassination impact Hamas’s Gaza operations?
How will Izz al-Din al-Haddad assassination impact Hamas’s Gaza operations?
Mohammad Mansour · Al Jazeera English
Israel's killing of Hamas's top commander Izz al-Din al-Haddad tests the Gaza ceasefire as the group pledges to adapt.
Foreign Policy & InternationalGazaTerrorism
May 17, 2026, 1:41 PM
Jim Cramer on Silicon Motion: “You Buy Some, and Then You Wait for a Pullback”
Jim Cramer on Silicon Motion: “You Buy Some, and Then You Wait for a Pullback”
Syeda Seirut Javed · Yahoo Entertainment
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (NASDAQ:SIMO) was among Jim Cramer’s Mad Money stock calls as he urged investors to exercise caution when it comes to...
Economy & FinanceStock MarketTechnology Regulation
May 17, 2026, 1:12 PM
Donald Trump wants to make China great again
Donald Trump wants to make China great again
Andrew O'Hehir · Salon
Technically, the US is still the dominant global superpower. After last week, it sure doesn't feel that way
ChinaForeign Policy & International
May 17, 2026, 1:00 PM
Posts claim Trump's mother once called him an 'idiot.' There's no evidence that's true
Posts claim Trump's mother once called him an 'idiot.' There's no evidence that's true
Caroline Wazer · Snopes.com
Versions of the alleged quote have circulated since at least 2019.
Media & CommunicationsPersonal & Family
May 17, 2026, 1:00 PM
Why Won' It
Why Won' It
NewsHound Ellen · Crooksandliars.com
Kudos to The New York Times for not being intimidated by Kash Patel’s harassment of its own reporter and others over unflattering stories. On Friday, The Times published a deep dive into what it blandly described as Patel’s “Ethical Issues.” The rest of us wo…
Legal & JusticeMedia & Communications
May 17, 2026, 12:52 PM
Oscar-Winner Javier Bardem Blasts Trump, Says Toxic Masculinity Is “Creating Thousands Of Dead People”
Oscar-Winner Javier Bardem Blasts Trump, Says Toxic Masculinity Is “Creating Thousands Of Dead People”
Tomt · Deadline
Javier Bardem is in Cannes for the debut of Rodrigo Sorogoyen’s The Beloved, a psychological drama about an Oscar-winning director named Esteban Martinez trying to reconnect with his actress daughter whom he hasn’t seen in 13 years. Oh, and he’s also a recove…
Social Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 12:44 PM
Something Is Going Right at Universities
Something Is Going Right at Universities
David Brooks · The Atlantic
There’s a ton of good stuff happening on campus these days, if you’re only willing to see it.
Education
May 17, 2026, 12:43 PM
Comment of the Week: ‘I Am Not "Under-Babied," Zero is the Exact Number I Want.’
Comment of the Week: ‘I Am Not "Under-Babied," Zero is the Exact Number I Want.’
Claire Guinan · Jezebel
Since 2007, Jezebel has been the Internet's most treasured source for everything celebrities, sex, and politics...with teeth.
Social Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 12:15 PM
Barney Frank’s Second Coming Out
Barney Frank’s Second Coming Out
James Kirchick · The Atlantic
In his final act, the liberal stalwart wants to save his party from ideologues.
Elections & PoliticsLGBTQ+ RightsSocial Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 12:00 PM
Breaking: Ukraine Fires Hundreds of Drones at Moscow
Yves Smith · Nakedcapitalism.com
Zelensky tries to show some muscle in a large drone attack on Moscow. Will Putin finally drop the hammer?
Foreign Policy & InternationalRussiaUkraine
May 17, 2026, 11:33 AM
10 Sunday Reads
10 Sunday Reads
Barry Ritholtz · Ritholtz.com
Avert your eyes! My Sunday morning look at incompetency, corruption and policy failures: • Trump’s China Trip Underscores How Power Has Shifted East. Given that Trump explodes at even the most trifling perceived affront—pulling 5,000 American troops out of Ge…
ChinaForeign Policy & InternationalPolicy & Legislation
May 17, 2026, 10:30 AM
Moms.gov is “propaganda” — not what American moms really need
Moms.gov is “propaganda” — not what American moms really need
Nicole Karlis · Salon
The Trump admin says moms.gov is a critical resource. Advocates say it's ideology over substance — and even harmful
Policy & LegislationSocial Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 10:30 AM
Republican Senator Cassidy loses Louisiana primary after opposing Trump
Republican Senator Cassidy loses Louisiana primary after opposing Trump
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
Bill Cassidy is among seven Republican senators who voted to convict Trump after the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack.
Donald TrumpElections & PoliticsRepublican Party
May 17, 2026, 10:29 AM
Trump-backed faith event features conservative Christians as critics decry blurring of church-state lines
Yahoo Entertainment
Religious FreedomSocial Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 10:17 AM
The strike that changed the geometry of war
The strike that changed the geometry of war
Nawaf Obaid · Al Jazeera English
Israel's attacks on Doha and Tehran demonstrate a new capability that may make warfare more unpredictable.
Foreign Policy & InternationalIsraelMiddle East
May 17, 2026, 10:13 AM
The road to Mar-a-Lago was once packed with spectators. Not this year
The road to Mar-a-Lago was once packed with spectators. Not this year
Kinsey Crowley, USA TODAY NETWORK · USA Today
President Donald trump has visited Palm Beach County 27 times since being re-elected. This year, security drew the crowds away from his drive.
FloridaPersonal & Family
May 17, 2026, 10:02 AM
Interpreting Lavrov’s Proposal That India Mediate Between Iran & The Gulf Kingdoms
Conor Gallagher · Nakedcapitalism.com
Russian Foreign Minister offers reminders of BRICS inability to be counterweight to US geopolitical order.
Foreign Policy & InternationalMiddle EastRussia
May 17, 2026, 10:00 AM
This Big Idea Could Fix America’s Gerrymandering Madness
This Big Idea Could Fix America’s Gerrymandering Madness
Ed Kilgore · New York Magazine
There’s a big idea that could fix America’s gerrymandering madness. The Supreme Court’s ‘Callais’ decision put us in a redistricting doom loop. Embracing proportional representation may be the only way out, writes New York’s Ed Kilgore.
Legal & JusticeRedistrictingVoting Rights
May 17, 2026, 10:00 AM
At least four killed in Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia
At least four killed in Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
Russian authorities say three people killed in the Moscow region and one in Belgorod in Ukrainian attacks.
Foreign Policy & InternationalRussiaSecurity & Intelligence
May 17, 2026, 9:14 AM
Federal funding for Trump ballroom in trouble after Senate ruling
Federal funding for Trump ballroom in trouble after Senate ruling
Al Jazeera · Al Jazeera English
Republicans seek to allocate $1bn in public funds for Secret Service security upgrades linked to the plans.
BudgetGovernment & Administration
May 17, 2026, 8:37 AM
Iran War: More Speculation that US Will Restart War, Along with Possible UAE Operation Against Key Iran Island, Big Explosion at Israel Weapons Factory; Yet More on Imminent Real Economy Damage
Iran War: More Speculation that US Will Restart War, Along with Possible UAE Operation Against Key Iran Island, Big Explosion at Israel Weapons Factory; Yet More on Imminent Real Economy Damage
Yves Smith · Nakedcapitalism.com
Today's Iran war news: Rumors on Trump to decide on restarting war, possible UAE action, Israel explosion, plus info on real economy damage
Crisis & EmergencyForeign Policy & InternationalIranMiddle EastSecurity & Intelligence
May 17, 2026, 7:53 AM
Ten Signs of Fascism. America has all of them
Ten Signs of Fascism. America has all of them
Rutger Bregman · Substack.com
Why historians are now using the f-word to describe what’s happening in America.
Social Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 7:50 AM
Could a leadership change undo Israel’s international isolation?
Could a leadership change undo Israel’s international isolation?
Simon Speakman Cordall · Al Jazeera English
Opposition leaders hope to end Israel's isolation, even as they retain policies towards Palestinians that led to it.
Foreign Policy & InternationalIsrael
May 17, 2026, 7:20 AM
Iran war day 79: Tehran to unveil Hormuz toll plan; Israel bombs Lebanon
Iran war day 79: Tehran to unveil Hormuz toll plan; Israel bombs Lebanon
Al Jazeera · Al Jazeera English
Iran says it will soon reveal the plan as Trump warns Tehran it will have a 'very bad time' if deal not reached soon.
Foreign Policy & InternationalIranMiddle East
May 17, 2026, 7:19 AM
Trump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back
Trump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back
Patrick Svitek, CNN · CNN
Louisiana Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy wanted his reelection campaign to be about the “present and the future.” President Donald Trump had other plans.
Donald TrumpElections & PoliticsRepublican Party
May 17, 2026, 4:48 AM
Senate parliamentarian nixes Trump’s ballroom fund in budget bill
Senate parliamentarian nixes Trump’s ballroom fund in budget bill
Frank Thorp V, Kyla Guilfoil · NBC News
A GOP bill seeking $1 billion for the Secret Service to help finance President Donald Trump’s White House ballroom is in jeopardy as it faces pushback from a top Senate official.
BudgetGovernment & Administration
May 17, 2026, 4:16 AM
How White Christian Nationalists are trying to Hijack America’s 250th Birthday
How White Christian Nationalists are trying to Hijack America’s 250th Birthday
Daniel Martin Varisco · Juancole.com
The proposed national prayer vigil is a politically glorified evangelistic service by ultra-conservative Christian Nationalists.
ProtestsReligious FreedomSocial Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 4:06 AM
Trump’s Cleanup Crescendo
Trump’s Cleanup Crescendo
Americanthinker.com
Photo Credit: Clarice FIn Latin America, in China, in the Middle East, the outline of Donald Trump's plan of action is becoming clear. It is of a scale to take the breath away.
ChinaForeign Policy & InternationalLatin AmericaMiddle East
May 17, 2026, 4:00 AM
Time To Rid Government Of Leftism
Time To Rid Government Of Leftism
Americanthinker.com
Photo Credit:ChatGPT ChatGPTAnd restore America to her rightful place as a shining city on a hill.
Elections & PoliticsPolicy & LegislationSocial Issues & Culture
May 17, 2026, 4:00 AM
Sen. Bill Cassidy’s defeat shows the price of dissent in Trump’s Republican Party
Sen. Bill Cassidy’s defeat shows the price of dissent in Trump’s Republican Party
Sahil Kapur · NBC News
Sen. Bill Cassidy’s primary loss Saturday brings an end to a two-decade career in public office that was ultimately defined by tensions with President Donald Trump
Donald TrumpElections & PoliticsRepublican Party
May 17, 2026, 3:35 AM
How the cost of Trump's reflecting pool renovation compares to Obama's
How the cost of Trump's reflecting pool renovation compares to Obama's
Jack Izzo · Snopes.com
Conservative social media accounts claimed the news had unfairly criticized Trump's repairs while staying quiet on Obama's.
Elections & PoliticsPersonal Legal
May 17, 2026, 2:00 AM
Ben Shapiro's Stock Is Plummeting And MAGA's Going With Him
Ben Shapiro's Stock Is Plummeting And MAGA's Going With Him
Oliver Willis · Crooksandliars.com
Right-wing podcaster and co-founder of The Daily Wire Ben Shapiro lashed out at his fellow conservatives Friday—the latest in a series of high-profile conflicts between conservative media personalities. Shapiro’s diatribe came in response to reports of proble…
Elections & PoliticsMedia & Communications
May 17, 2026, 1:30 AM
France opens probe into Jamal Khashoggi killing
France opens probe into Jamal Khashoggi killing
RT
A French judge will examine complaints filed by rights groups accusing Saudi Crown Prince of complicity in the murder of Jamal Khashoggi Read Full Article at RT.com
Foreign Policy & InternationalLegal & Justice
May 17, 2026, 1:22 AM
US data centers use enough electricity to power upwards of 16 million homes annually – the statistics on why opposition groups are pushing for People Over Profit
US data centers use enough electricity to power upwards of 16 million homes annually – the statistics on why opposition groups are pushing for People Over Profit
benedict.collins@futurenet.com (Benedict Collins) , Benedict Collins · TechRadar
Data centers are driving up bills, soaking up water, and harming the environment, but at leas the GDP is going up.
EnergyEnvironment
May 17, 2026, 12:20 AM
Dems Support For Platner Is Nothing Like Republican Cultists For Trump
Dems Support For Platner Is Nothing Like Republican Cultists For Trump
Steve M. · Crooksandliars.com
In a New York Times discussion between two liberal graybeards, E.J. Dionne and Robert Siegel, their young right-wing interlocutor, Sarah Isgur, wags a finger at Democrats while pretending to wag a finger at both parties: Isgur: ... David French wrote this in …
Democratic PartyElections & PoliticsRepublican Party
May 17, 2026, 12:00 AM
Iran war live: Tehran plans tolls in Hormuz; Trump warns of ‘very bad time’
Iran war live: Tehran plans tolls in Hormuz; Trump warns of ‘very bad time’
Faisal Ali, Nils Adler · Al Jazeera English
Iran to reveal its plan for Strait of Hormuz soon as Israel attacks Lebanon and Gaza, killing and wounding dozens.
Foreign Policy & InternationalIranMiddle East
May 17, 2026, 12:00 AM