POLITICS

Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Powerful People, Little Consequence: What Americans Think

A recent survey shows that most U. S. adults feel that rich and influential folks rarely face punishment for wrongdoing. The poll, run over four days, asked whether a statement about the Epstein files—documents linking him to top politicians, bankers and academics—matched respondents’ views. Nearly

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Big Money, Big Debate: California’s Wealth Tax Clash

California voters are in the middle of a heated showdown. On one side, Senator Bernie Sanders is holding a rally in Los Angeles, urging people to tax the richest citizens so that everyone pays their fair share. He is hoping his speech will give a boost to a campaign already trying hard to get the me

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Science Conference Turns into Political Show

The American Association for the Advancement of Science gathered in Phoenix from Feb. 12-14 to share research and ideas. When attendees entered, registration badges listed gender pronouns like they/them and xe/xem, sparking debate over their relevance to science. The opening ceremony mixed a N

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

The U. S. Office of Chaos: A New Look at the Trump Era

A new view sees the Trump administration as a large criminal group. It tells lies, steals money, and uses state power to harm people. The government did many illegal acts that hurt ordinary citizens. First, it killed two activists and called them terrorists. The killers were free because t

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Fox News Expands with New Podcast and Smart‑TV Alert

Fox Media is adding a fresh podcast called “Hang Out with Sean Hannity” to its lineup, aiming to grow its digital presence. The show will let listeners hear the host’s takes on politics and current events in a relaxed format. This move is part of Fox’s broader plan to reach audiences through more on

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

California’s Clean‑Energy Deal Faces Hot Debate

The state signed a partnership with the United Kingdom that promises almost a billion dollars for green projects, but many see it as another costly misstep. The agreement was announced by California’s governor and the UK’s energy minister, aiming to speed up climate action. Critics argue that

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Iowa Republicans Step Back on Abortion Ban Bill

Iowa Republicans have decided not to push forward with a bill that would ban all abortions in the state. The bill, which would have made performing an abortion a serious crime, did not have enough support to move forward. The bill's main supporter, Rep. Jon Dunwell, said that the bill did not have t

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Border Talk: Stephen A. Smith's Take on Trump and Biden

Stephen A. Smith, the well-known sports commentator, recently shared his thoughts on the U. S. border situation. He believes that while President Trump's methods may be harsh, they were necessary to fix a problem caused by President Biden. Smith mentioned that he might run for president in the futu

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Feb 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Art and Activism: Hiam Abbass's Bold Stand at the Berlin Film Festival

At this year's Berlin Film Festival, a heated debate erupted over the role of politics in cinema. Hiam Abbass, a well-known French-Palestinian actress, strongly believes that art and politics are deeply intertwined. She is currently showcasing two films at the festival, both carrying powerful politi

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Feb 16 2026POLITICS

Venezuela's Rocky Road to Recovery: What's Next After Maduro?

Venezuela's future is uncertain after Nicolás Maduro's arrest. The U. S. plans to take charge during this transition, but the path ahead is filled with challenges. First, Venezuela's military is a mess. Maduro and his predecessor, Hugo Chávez, split the military into many groups to prevent any one

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