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Ellison defends Paramount merger, argues he can ‘be trusted as a steward of CNN’
Media executive David Ellison is defending Paramount’s bid to purchase Warner Brothers Discovery and defending himself against accusations of implementing political bias at his media properties. In an op-ed published by the New York Times on Tuesday, Ellison said he “shouldn’t put a finger on the scale, especially on matters involving his own company.” When…
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Bad bosses on Capitol Hill could face reckoning under new anonymous staffer review platform
A former congressional staffer, David Tennent, has launched a new tool called “The Scoop” as part of a platform named Capitol CNCT, allowing verified Capitol Hill employees to anonymously rate and review the congressional offices and lawmakers they work for. The tool aims to replace informal channels such as private conversations and anonymous social media…
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At least 7 states report water system cyberattacks to FBI
At least seven states reported cyberattacks on water systems, though authorities say water quality remains safe.
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13 new books in August will get you through the dog days of summer
NPR has rounded up 13 new book releases for August 2026, pitched as ideal reading for the “dog days of summer” and offering an escape from the heat with stories ranging from small towns to Hollywood glamour. The selection spans established literary names and covers a wide range of genres and themes, from historical fiction…
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Buc-ee’s sues another small business over logo after John Oliver segment
It’s another battle of the beavers.
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The Roots of the Ceuta Crisis
People respond to incentives, whether real or imagined. Some sort of migrant surge was foreseeable.
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Sheffield campaigners to reopen historic building inviting community to get involved in events
Campaigners who want to reopen an 18th-century building in a Sheffield park are now planning events to involve the local community in their plans.
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In the kitchen with RFK Jr. … bon appetit?
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. recently launched a new cooking show on HBO called “The Real Food Show.”
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Senate Republican: Max Miller ‘shouldn’t be in office’
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) on Monday said Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio), who is facing calls to step down over allegations of abuse toward his ex-wife Emily Moreno, should not be serving in the House. “First off, he shouldn’t be in office, right?” Scott told MeidasTouch’s Pablo Manriquez in a brief interview. “And everybody should be…
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Democrats top Republican on economy for first time since 2017: Survey
Democrats have a slight edge over Republicans on their economic messaging for the first time in nearly a decade, according to a new survey. The Reuters/Ipsos poll, published this week, found that 37 percent of voters say they prefer Democrats’ approach to handling the economy. Another 36 percent said they prefer Republicans and 27 percent…