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How is Russia Being Used to Undermine the Left? Q&A (Pt 6/6)
Part 6 of Paul Jay and Aaron Mate’s interactive discussion with viewers addresses the ways in which Russia’s alleged intervention in US politics is increasingly being used to undermine progressive organizing and advocacy – From…
Supreme Court allows Illinois semiautomatic weapons ban to stay in place
The Supreme Court has allowed an Illinois law banning high-powered semiautomatic weapons to remain in place.In a Thursday order with no noted dissents or explanation of its decision, the Supreme Court denied a request from…
Working Class Family Issues Could Unseat A Republican Powerhouse
Long Island Democratic candidate Liuba Gretchen Shirley forced the FEC to allow her to use funds for child care. Working class family issues become central to the race & threatens reign of 12-term Republican congressman…
North Dakota senator’s son faces upgraded charge in crash that killed sheriff’s deputy
New upgraded charges were approved Thursday for the 42-year-old son of Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., including an upgraded homicide count following a crash that killed a North Dakota sheriff’s deputy.Ian Cramer previously faced a manslaughter…
New Climate Study Warns of Dangerous ‘Hothouse Earth’ Scenario
Climate scientist Will Steffen explains that continued warming of the atmosphere could trigger a cascade of tipping points Visit https://therealnews.com for more stories and help support our work by donating at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer: This…
Indiana Rep Andre Carson refuses to agree or disagree with State Department’s designation of Hamas as terrorist org
Rep. Andre Carson, D-Ind., dodged questions Thursday on whether he agreed with Hamas being designated as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) by the State Department years ago.Hamas is a group of Iranian-backed terrorists that was…
Hong Kong puts bounties on pro-democracy activists, including American citizen, under China-imposed law
As part of a crackdown under a China-imposed national security law, Hong Kong police have offered million-dollar bounties for information leading to the arrest of five overseas-based activists, including one American citizen.Back in July, Hong…
Heat Waves, Forest Fires, and Floods to Increase Dramatically due to Climate Change
The state of California released a climate assessment that points to “apocalyptic” conditions if climate change is not halted or mitigated in the next 30 years. We discuss the report with one of the co-authors…
Wisconsin DoJ sued by lobbying group over public records request
Wisconsin’s largest business lobbying group filed a lawsuit Thursday alleging the state Department of Justice violated public records laws by waiting a year and a half to deny a request.Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce asked the…
Can Environmentalists and Labor Unions Unite?
Baltimore union organizers and environmentalists team up to examine policies that would promote a sustainable future for workers and the planet Visit https://therealnews.com for more stories and help support our work by donating at https://therealnews.com/donate….
Ukraine’s a step closer to joining the EU. Here’s what it means, and why it matters
BRUSSELS (AP) — Ukraine got a green light Thursday to start sped-up talks on joining the European Union. That’s a big boost for war-ravaged Ukraine and a loud message to Vladimir Putin – but it…
What Does The Intercept’s NSA Leak Say About Russian Vote Hacking?
With Reality Winner sentenced to five years behind bars, The Intercept’s Jim Risen joins Aaron Maté to discuss the NSA leaker’s harsh sentence and what the document she revealed actually says. Is there solid evidence…
NYPD Cop Shoots Suspect Who Charged at Him With Scissors
* (Disclaimer: This video content is intended for educational and informational purposes only) * Bronx, NY — On Friday, April 21, 2023, at approximately 8:36 a.m., a civilian witness called 911 and reported that a…
Hamas members arrested in Europe over suspected terror plot against Jewish institutions
Four members of the militant Islamist group Hamas were arrested in Berlin and the Netherlands, German public prosecutors said on Thursday. The four individuals, Abdelhamid Al A., Mohamed B., Ibrahim El-R., and Nazih R., were detained…
Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights partners with Discovery Education to launch new education program
Khalilah Harris and Kerry Kennedy discuss RFK Human Rights’ launch of the Speak Truth To Power education initiative; engaging young people in schools to be aware of and take action on global human rights issues;…
Polish leaders celebrate Hanukkah after menorah extinguished by far-right lawmaker
Top Polish leaders celebrated Hanukkah in parliament on Thursday, joined by members of the Jewish community.The celebration serves as a show of solidarity after far-right lawmaker Grzegorz Braun made international headlines for putting out the…
Hidden Victims: A Woman’s Death Ignored
In this installment of our Hidden Victims series, the family of Tyra McClary talks about how police brushed aside the suspicious circumstances surrounding her death in 2006 after the medical examiner ruled it “manner undetermined.”…
Union protesters blow cigarette smoke at NJ lawmakers as Atlantic City smoking ban remains in limbo
United Auto Workers union members disrupted a New Jersey state Assembly committee meeting, blowing smoke at lawmakers as progress on an Atlantic City casino smoking ban remains at a standstill.A preliminary vote on a total…
Hidden Victims: How the American Criminal Justice System Abuses Women of Color
In this series, TRNN explores the myriad of ways law enforcement marginalizes women of color in Baltimore and beyond Visit https://therealnews.com for more stories and help support our work by donating at https://therealnews.com/donate. ** (Disclaimer:…
Guyana says it refuses to bow to Venezuela in dispute over territory rich in oil and minerals
KINGSTOWN, St. Vincent (AP) — Guyana refuses to bow to Venezuela in their dispute over an oil- and mineral-rich territory claimed by both nations, the smaller country said Thursday as its president met Venezuela’s leader…
Can Maryland’s Renewable Energy Policy Be Reformed?
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White House refutes report of Biden-Harris split on Palestinians
The White House on Thursday doubled down on its insistence that there is “no daylight” between President Biden and Vice President Harris regarding support for the Palestinian people.At the daily White House press briefing, Fox…
Iran’s President Rouhani Charges US with ‘Economic Terrorism’ at UN
President Hassan Rouhani of Iran provided a sharp contrast to President Trump’s UN speech, charging the US with undermining international law and of isolating the US, while practicing economic terrorism against Iran and bullying other…
Biden admin takes action to shutter energy source serving millions of Americans
The White House, in coordination with Native American tribes and environmental groups, announced actions Thursday that provide a pathway for breaching, or removing, four hydroelectric dams in Washington state to protect salmon.As part of the…
Kavanaugh Hearings: Toxic Masculinity is ‘Endemic’ to the Far Right
Henry Giroux says Professor Christine Blasey Ford’s sexual assault allegations against Supreme Court Nominee Brett Kavanaugh betrays the kind of “anti-women and anti-just policies” that the fascistic far-right want to usher in Visit https://therealnews.com for…
Female soccer fans in Iran allowed into Tehran stadium for men’s game. FIFA head praises progress
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Female soccer fans in Iran claimed a small win Thursday in their long campaign to be allowed into stadiums to watch men’s games after decades of near total exclusion and harassment.A…
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