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Departure of New York Times columnist puts a spotlight on the void of pro-Trump voices in its opinion pages
The New York Times has lost columnist Ross Douthat from its opinion pages, a departure that highlights a growing absence of pro-Trump voices in the paper’s commentary lineup. With Douthat gone, the paper’s remaining conservative columnists are seen as largely critical of President Trump, prompting scrutiny of how the Times balances ideological viewpoints in its…
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POLL OF THE DAY: Should Andy Burnham be going on holiday two weeks after becoming PM?
Andy Burnham has faced criticism after taking a holiday abroad just two weeks into his premiership, with a cabinet minister forced to defend the trip amid mocking references to “Bunk Off Burnham”. Louise Haigh has been left in charge as acting minister during his absence, a decision that has fuelled debate over whether such an…
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WATCH: GOP senator unloads on ‘creature of Washington’ challenger in critical Senate showdown
Republican Senator Jon Husted has criticised his Democratic challenger, former Senator Sherrod Brown, ahead of a closely watched Ohio contest that could help determine control of the US Senate in November. Speaking to Fox News Digital at an event in Marysville, Ohio, Husted argued that Ohio voters had already delivered their verdict on Brown two…
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Five primary races to watch as Michigan takes spotlight
In today’s issue: ▪ Key primaries in Michigan, Missouri ▪ South Carolina Senate GOP debate ▪ First deaths from cyclospora outbreak ▪ Jeanine Pirro on the rocks Voters are heading to the polls today in five states around the country, with key primary contests that will help determine the direction of the Democratic Party heading…
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System Of A Down’s Serj Tankian says drummer John Dolmayan is tired of Donald Trump despite past support of US president: “I know so many Armenians in Los Angeles who voted for Trump and now regret it”
System Of A Down singer Serj Tankian has said that the band’s drummer, John Dolmayan, has grown “tired” of Donald Trump, despite having been a vocal supporter of the US president in the past. Dolmayan, who is also Tankian’s brother-in-law, previously drew attention within the rock community for his outspoken conservative views, making this apparent…
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Fridge blunders over what food should go in the fridge leaves Britons hot under the collar
A report highlights widespread confusion among Britons over which foods genuinely need to be kept in the fridge, with many households apparently getting it wrong. The mix-up matters because incorrectly storing food can affect its taste, texture and safety, potentially leading to unnecessary waste or, in some cases, spoiled produce being eaten. Common points of…
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Reform UK regains slim polling lead after signs of Labour enjoying a ‘Burnham bounce’ under their new PM
A new opinion poll suggests Reform UK has retaken a narrow lead over Labour, after signs that Labour had briefly closed the gap in what commentators dubbed a “Burnham bounce” following Andy Burnham’s elevation to Prime Minister. The finding indicates that any initial boost in support Labour received from the leadership change has proven short-lived,…
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El-Sayed touts endorsement from pastor who praised notorious antisemite infamous for calling Jews ‘termites’
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is promoting an endorsement from Detroit pastor and radio host Horace Sheffield III, who has previously praised Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan, a figure widely condemned for antisemitic remarks including calling Jews “termites”. The article, published by Fox News, frames this alongside El-Sayed’s separate campaign appearances with left-wing…
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Blanche nomination has momentum, despite a few GOP obstacles
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s confirmation to the permanent post faces hurdles in the Senate even after the dramatic deal involving Republican Sens. John Cornyn (Texas) and Thom Tillis (N.C.), as several other key GOP senators remain undecided over his nomination. Centrist Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine), who faces a tough reelection contest in a Democratic-leaning…
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The Memo: Decision day dawns for El-Sayed, Stevens and Michigan Democrats
It’s crunch time in the fiercest and most divisive Democratic primary battle of the year. On Tuesday, Democratic voters in Michigan will decide whether progressive Abdul El-Sayed or centrist Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) will be their Senate candidate as the party tries to retain the seat being vacated by Sen. Gary Peters (D). The race…