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Two days ago, a new statue “appeared” in Waterloo Place, London. Located between Pall Mall and Trafalgar Square and only a few hundred yards from Buckingham Palace and Horse Guards Parade – the new artwork depicts a man stepping off a plinth, blinded to his fate by the flag he’s carrying on a staff in …

James Comey, Zohran Mamdani, and the lost art of doubling down. The post Never Apologize appeared first on The Intercept.

After throwing their support behind Gov. Janet Mills, party leaders are left doing an about-face on the insurgent candidate. The post Graham Platner Handed Centrist Dems a Bruising Defeat in Maine appeared first on The Intercept.

In this edition of New World Next Week, your friendly neighbourhood Jameses discuss the “assassination attempt” at the White House Correspondent’s Dinner, Billy Corgan’s economics lesson, and how your car may be a surveillance machine by 2027. This is the first episode of of NWNW we’ve shared in a while, but the coincidence was too …

In his lawsuit against OpenAI, Elon Musk evoked a “Terminator” scenario. He said nothing about the people AI is already killing. The post Musk Warns of Killer AI — While He and the Rest of Silicon Valley Cash In on AI That Kills appeared first on The Intercept.

Rep. Jamie Raskin responds to his Dana Bash interview, plus journalist Mike Rothschild on the world of political conspiracies. The post Another Assassination Attempt, More Fertilizer for Conspiracy Theories appeared first on The Intercept.

Over 9,000 FBI personnel were assigned to immigration after Trump returned to office — a massive diversion that experts warn could put national security at risk. The post FBI Redirected a Quarter of Staff to Target Immigrants Under Trump’s Deportation Push appeared first on The Intercept.

DHS was in talks with the wildlife refuge that hosts the ancient site to make sure it was protected, a local archeologist said. The post Trump Bulldozed a 1,000-Year-Old Archeological Site to Make Room for a Second Border Wall appeared first on The Intercept.

Debate over a secret court opinion involving the Trump administration’s use of data collected by the NSA turned personal. The post Ron Wyden Is Pissing Off the NSA’s Biggest Backers. Tom Cotton Warns There Will Be “Consequences.” appeared first on The Intercept.

From July of this year, every vehicle registered in the European Union will be required to have driver-monitoring cameras in place. That’s not every new car manufactured, but every car registered. The “Advanced Driver Distraction Warning” (ADDW) cameras are designed to monitor driver behaviour for signs of potential distraction, and then set off a warning …

Janet Mills dropped out of the Senate race against Graham Platner, despite the establishment’s longtime support for the Maine governor. The post Democratic Leaders Wanted to Control the Maine Senate Race. Their Pick Just Dropped Out. appeared first on The Intercept.

While testifying to Congress on Wednesday, War Secretary Pete Hegseth lobbed threats and brushed off queries about civilian harm. The post Hegseth Brags of a Deadlier War Machine as U.S. Unleashes “Devastating Civilian Harm Globally” appeared first on The Intercept.

A provision unrelated to domestic spying got the hard-right GOP members on board — but it won’t work in the Senate. The post Mike Johnson Used Crypto Catnip to Get Freedom Caucus Support for Domestic Spy Law appeared first on The Intercept.

Minneapolis activists are accusing a local House candidate of “cosplaying” as a protester, blurring the line between solidarity and opportunism. The post ICE Watchers Worry Democrats Are Trying to Co-Opt Their Movements For Votes appeared first on The Intercept.

Since Rubio became secretary of state, the department has only marked Christian and Jewish holidays on its Instagram while boosting clear religious messaging. The post Marco Rubio Is Rebranding the State Department as Explicitly Christian appeared first on The Intercept.

While embattled PM Sir Keir Starmer takes a pointless grilling on the even more pointless existence of Peter Mandelson, other members of his cabinet were busily paving the way for the next construction phase of our increasingly dystopian society. Speaking to Sky News earlier today, Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson promised… “more action to keep young …

Treating journalism like a casino will harm reporting — and erode democracy. The post We Need to Kick Prediction Market Betting Out of Journalism While We Still Can appeared first on The Intercept.

A DOJ prosecutor insists he charged Abrego based strictly on evidence of human smuggling. A federal judge seems skeptical. The post Who Decided to Indict Kilmar Abrego Garcia Over a Years-Old Traffic Stop? appeared first on The Intercept.

The only extremism would-be assassins like suspect Cole Tomas Allen share is an extreme response to Trump’s deranging politics. The post How Trump’s America Produces Normie Assassins appeared first on The Intercept.

On Saturday night, during the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner, a gunman opened fire. He wasn’t in the same room as Donald Trump at the time, but that is presumed to be his target. Nobody was killed; one Secret Service agent was hit, but he was allegedly saved from serious damage because the bullet hit …

“It all comes down to those four,” said an advocate, “and if they are going to continue to try to hand Trump warrantless surveillance.” The post Meet the Four Democrats Who’ll Decide If Trump Gets His Domestic Spying Law appeared first on The Intercept.

Our successor to This Week in the Guardian, This Week in the New Normal is our weekly chart of the progress of autocracy, authoritarianism and economic restructuring around the world. 1. CBDCS JUST KEEP ON TRUCKIN’ With war and Trump and Epstein et al. dominating the headlines, we’ve stopped getting our regular updates on the …

For the first time, documents confirm the CIA carried out tests on North Korean POWs and planned for much more invasive experimentation. The post CIA Ran MK-ULTRA Experiments on Prisoners of War in U.S. Custody, Declassified Docs Confirm appeared first on The Intercept.

Despite recent setbacks, the WHO is still alive and kicking and seeking to impose their global biosecurity agenda on the world. So, what should we do about it? Today on Solutions Watch, James talks to members of the International Health Reform Project about their new report on The Right to Health Sovereignty and lays out …

The shortest war with the longest payoff June 12 to June 24, 2025, global media staged a nonstop spectacle, breathlessly narrating the scripted “12-day war” between Israel and Iran as if it were an unfolding geopolitical cataclysm. According to the standard timeline, Israel opened hostilities with “Operation Red Wedding,” targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities and senior IRGC leadership in what …

The FBI director was arrested twice in his youth for alcohol-related incidents that he said were “not representative of my usual conduct.” The post Kash Patel Got Arrested for Public Urination After a Night of Drinking appeared first on The Intercept.

Twenty donors to the Southern Poverty Law Center said the alleged “fraud” being prosecuted in their name was exactly how they hoped the group would spend their money. The post “We Knew They Were Paying Informants”: SPLC Donors Reject Trump DOJ Fraud Claims appeared first on The Intercept.

Military contractor Palantir has been paid more than $130 million by the IRS to analyze sensitive federal databases. The post Palantir Is Helping Trump’s IRS Conduct “Massive-Scale” Data Mining appeared first on The Intercept.

Earlier today, Iranian state media channels published a video of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commandos seizing a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. I think we should talk about it. It can teach us a lot. Iranian state TV aired a video of the IRGC seizing container ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran …

It is now clear that Thomas Matthew Crooks was not acting alone last Saturday when he shot President Trump at the Butler Farm Show Grounds in Connoquonessing Township, Butler County PA. Since there are almost no lone gunmen that conclusion should not terribly surprising. It’s also clear that in a reprise of the assassination of

Every poll published so far in the British General Election campaign has shown Labour well in the lead, with margins of between roughly 15 and 25 per cent over the hapless Tories. Some of these have been MRP mega-polls with over 20,000 people contacted. The Tories are in full retreat, restricting campaigning to seats with

Why Is the African Dish, Shakshuka So Popular In Israel? Shakshuka is an African-inspired dish with a rich history as it spread its influence to another country a long time ago, Israel. The Ottoman Empire and other North African nations enhanced the original influence of the traditional shakshuka recipe. North African Jewish immigrants that came

Exploring Winning Betting Strategies In Blackjack In the exciting world of online casinos, few are as alluring and intriguing as blackjack. Known for its blend of skill and chance, this thrilling card game has enthralled players for centuries. While mastering the basic rules and strategies of blackjack is essential, understanding how to manage your bets

How to Identify GI Bill Fraud   The US government offers incentives and benefits for veterans who have served their country. Many of these benefits, including those under the Post-9/11 GI Bill, are tied to higher education and the costs associated with pursuing a degree. These benefits are designed to help veterans continue to advance

«You will only observe with your eyes and see the punishment of the wicked. If you say, “The Lord is my refuge”, and you make the Most High your dwelling, no harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent». (Holy Bible – Psalm 90) by Fabio Giuseppe Carlo Carisio UPDATE ON JULY,

According to unconfirmed reports, yesterday Israel sent troops into Ukraine to fight the Russians for Zelensky’s army; both soundly defeated in short order. This kind of action seems to be a hopeless endeavor as the Russian Federation’s apparent complete weapons superiority (so far) seems to assure RF victory in the Ukraine.

Shipping to Poland from the US: Navigating Customs Clearance A few key steps are crucial When ensuring your international shipment reaches Poland without a hitch. First, pack your items carefully and accurately label them with the recipient’s address. It’s also vital to verify that what you’re sending isn’t on the list of prohibited items. Completing

The battle doesn’t always end when our soldiers return home. For many US veterans, the transition back to civilian life brings with it a new kind of warfare – one against addiction. This silent struggle often goes unnoticed, yet it is as real and challenging as any faced on the battlefield.   In a society

The return home for veterans, often portrayed as a hero’s welcome, is a journey of complexities and challenges. As they transition from the structured life of military service to the civilian world, veterans face myriad adjustments that can be both daunting and disorienting.   This article delves into the realities of life for veterans returning