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Vice President says other party consumed by craziness despite disagreementsPolitics — 1dThe clip shows the Vice President stating that disagreement on every issue does not change the fact that the other party is consumed by craziness. The video is spreading as a direct remark on political division from the administration. @Rap

Viral meme claims both parties push Democratic agenda in Senate votes — 2dMeme Wars: trending on the Right today.

Trump Proposes $5,000 Payments if GOP WinsPolitics — 1dPresident Trump is promoting a $5,000 'Trump Dividend' that would be paid to every adult if Republicans keep control of Congress, a plan the White House frames as Americans sharing in economic gains. Yet lawmakers, economists and party voices are divided over how it would be funded and implemented, with some backing the concept while others warn it could raise debt and inflation, and later coverage at the 2026 convention drew sharp criticism.

Meme claims Senate votes with frail members advance Democratic agenda from both parties — 2dMeme Wars: trending on the Right today.

Guterres Calls Accountability for Sudan War Arms Suppliers — 1dU.N. chief Guterres called for accountability for countries arming Sudan’s war parties used against civilians, calling suffering intolerable as over 14 million are displaced.

Marcus Bell Holding arms suppliers accountable is the only way to ease pressure on the 14 million displaced by this war.

GOP Lawmakers Question Trump’s $5,000 Check Promise as Cost Comes Into Focus — 16hPresident Donald Trump’s proposal to give every adult American a $5,000 “dividend” if Republicans retain control of Congress is facing questions from members of his own party over… — by Andrew Powell

Sam Okafor Trump's check sounds tempting but if GOP members are already balking at the cost it shows the numbers just don't add up.

Mandel’s 'Exit Party' Expands Dystopian MandelverseEntertainment — 5dEmily St. John Mandel's Exit Party is a 2031 post-civil-war dystopian novel that splits between parallel versions of the United States and follows Ari Waker amid Mandelverse connections to her earlier works, highlighting a blend of crime and sci-fi and themes of surveillance and political fracture. Across interviews and profiles, outlets emphasize how current political anxieties inspired the book, Mandel's plans for adapting Exit Party for screen, and the cohesive universe linking her acclaimed novels.

German chancellor accuses far-right AfD party of seeking ‘ethnic cleansing’ — Sep 9, 2026

Derek Foss Calling it ethnic cleansing inflates the term and avoids debating AfD's actual platform on asylum rules and crime statistics.

Midterm races emerge as parties eye 2026 congressional control6 sources — Sep 8, 2026

LG TV shown scanning LAN for third-party phones and other devices — Sep 8, 2026

Rachel Meyers LG should let owners turn off all this device discovery instead of doing it by default.

Protests against AfD spread across Germany as party nears state winsWorld — Sep 8, 2026

AfD Leader Links Arms Plant to Deportation Drive — Sep 11, 2026Ulrich Siegmund, the AfD’s likely leader in Saxony-Anhalt, floated allowing a weapons producer to operate in the state to fund his party’s planned deportation campaigns, linking arms production to internal security and national defence. The plan involves a potential Elbit Systems facility in Sangerhausen, though officials say it would not produce complete weapons and legal/political obstacles remain amid opposition from other parties.

Maya Lindstrom Tying weapons production directly to deportation funding risks turning state policy into a profit-driven security scheme.

The Survival of the Donner Party's ChildrenGood News — FROM 1847Children rescued after 1846 snowstorm

House Passes Third Iran War-Powers Resolution — 2dThe U.S. House has for a third time passed a war powers resolution aimed at halting President Donald Trump’s ability to take military action against Iran, signaling bipartisan pressure ahead of the midterm elections even as the Senate’s path remains uncertain and Trump is expected to veto. The votes reflect continuing concern about the Iran conflict, with party lines shifting slightly as a handful of Republicans joined Democrats, and the cost of the war mounting as the political debate intensifies.

Nicole Hardy It's good Congress keeps voting to limit war with Iran, but the Senate needs to step up or this changes nothing.

Democrats Debate Transgender Issues Ahead of Midterms — 4dDemocrats across several states are recalibrating their stance on transgender athletes, with some candidates urging caution and a focus on broader policy issues while others, like Newsom and Talarico, acknowledge fairness concerns in sports and adopt nuanced positions. The debate reflects internal party divisions and strategic pressure ahead of midterms, as lawmakers balance support for transgender rights with public concern about fairness and safety in sports.

Kosovo Parliament Approves Kurti’s Fourth Government — 5dKosovo's Parliament formally completed the formation of its institutions and approved Albin Kurti as prime minister for a new term, despite boycotts from some parties. The nomination and formation process—led by VV and Acting President Haxhiu—culminated in Kurti's reappointment after the June 2026 elections to address ongoing institutional crises and advance European integration.

Jared Kim Continuity under Kurti is fine if it tackles the institutional problems without more gridlock.

Despite global ban, suspected mercury skin products stay on Amazon and Temu — 2dA Reuters investigation found that more than 20 banned mercury-containing skin-bleaching products remain for sale on third-party marketplaces like Amazon, Temu, and TikTok Shop across multiple countries despite the Minamata Convention, with sellers concealing origins and relisting under new names. Health authorities warn there is no safe level of mercury exposure and enforcement gaps persist, highlighting the need for stronger regulatory coordination to curb these products’ rapid, cheap skin-lightening effects.

AI Safety Debate Intensifies as Microsoft Proposes Code — 5dUK parliamentary scrutiny argues current AI laws are ill-equipped to manage AI risks across the lifecycle, urging a new, AI-specific regime with a single regulator and risk-based classification that imposes stricter duties on high‑risk models and ensures redress for rights harms. The cross‑party push is echoed by industry leaders calling for global or industry‑wide regulation and independent monitoring, with the government urged to respond and act promptly.

China Urges Restraint Amid Yemen, Red Sea Escalation — 4dChina is pressing Iran, the U.S. and all involved parties to exercise restraint, revive negotiations, and safeguard global energy routes such as the Strait of Hormuz while reaffirming its readiness to mediate and uphold shipping security in the Red Sea and Yemen. Beijing condemnation of attacks on civilian infrastructure and civilian casualties in Yemen underscores a push for diplomacy over conflict, urging all sides to resolve disputes politically and de-escalate quickly.

Delaware Voters Pick Nominees in 33 Primary Contests — 5dDelaware's September primaries solidified major-party nominees for the U.S. Senate and a single House seat, with voting by mail and in person across the counties and campaigns intensifying ahead of the November general election. The state also hosts 33 contested races, including incumbent and open-seat contests at the state level, while Senator Chris Coons faces several challengers in the Democratic Senate race and Republicans select their contenders to vie for the seat.

Trump-Pardoned Crypto Investor Donates Record £36m to Reform UK — 6dCrypto investor Ben Delo donated a record £36 million to Reform UK to help level the playing field and prepare the party for government ahead of Britain’s next election, with Nigel Farage praising the support. Delo, co-founder of BitMEX and pardoned by Donald Trump, remains a high-profile donor amid ongoing reporting on Reform’s funding.

Derek Foss It's odd to see so much money from a Trump-pardoned crypto founder flowing into Reform UK when questions about their overall funding keep coming up.

Hims & Hers Faces Investor Class Action, Lead DeadlineBusiness — 5dMultiple lawsuits and regulatory actions have targeted Hims & Hers Health, with the FTC alleging deceptive privacy and billing practices and improper sharing of health data with third parties, contributing to a notable stock drop after the July 29, 2026 announcement. Separately, investors are urged to participate in lead-plaintiff processes for securities-class actions, as several institutions increased holdings or sold, and deadlines for filing lead plaintiff applications remain November 2, 2026.

PM Timeline Released as Golan-Sara Dispute Widens — Aug 31, 2026Sara Netanyahu faces sharp backlash after suggesting that Yair Golan had advance notice of Hamas's October 7 attack, a claim his party and Democrats condemn as slander and spreading conspiracies. The controversy centers on Golan's actions during the crisis and Netanyahu’s remarks, with his party defending his bravery and calling for accountability over misleading statements from Sara Netanyahu.

Trump Defends Iran War, Promises $5,000 at Convention — Sep 10, 2026President Trump used the Dallas midterm convention to frame the election as a referendum on his leadership, defending the Iran war and promising bold measures to energize Republicans. He floated a $5,000 dividend for every adult if Republicans retain control of Congress and reinforced a hard line on Iran, including threats of strikes, as party allies rally around his agenda.

Sam Okafor Trump's $5000 idea is tempting but tying it to keeping Congress feels like buying votes instead of earning them.

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