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The strange bedfellows driving — and winning — the war on porn
Anti-pornography crusaders are on a winning streak. On almost every front, those who argue that pornography is a scourge on society are racking up wins. States are implementing online age verification laws, and some politicians are pursuing aggressive bans on explicit content. Culturally, the viewpoint that porn is not only harmful to women but increasingly…
Outside groups organize to form unbiased, independent vaccine panel
In the wake of Health Secret Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s decision to shake up a key federal vaccine advisory committee, outside medical organizations and independent experts are looking for alternate sources of unbiased information and even considering forming a group of their own. A leading contender is a new group led by Michael Osterholm, an…
Saudi Arabia expresses deep concern over US strikes on Iran
Riyadh:Saudi Arabia has expressed deep concern over the United States’ airstrikes on the Islamic Republic of Iran’s nuclear installations, reiterating its condemnation of the violation of Iranian sovereignty. The Kingdom is calling for restraint and stronger international efforts to find a political solution to the escalating crisis. #Statement | The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is…
How Japan could benefit from demise of USAID at Elon Musk’s hands
TOKYO — In just four months at the helm of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) through May, tech billionaire Elon Musk inflicted serious damage on key government agencies and undermined broader U.S. strategic interests. Among the most consequential moves was the dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), long a cornerstone of…
A cast of scandal-plagued candidates tests the limits of what New York City voters will forgive
Few political operatives have it easier than opposition researchers in New York City this year. New York’s 2025 municipal races feature a scandal-laden cast of characters whose alleged or proven misdeeds have made front-page headlines for years. They include the front-runner heading into Tuesday’s Democratic mayoral prim. Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has spent…
Jihad declaration Is state’s sole right, Says DG ISPR
Karachi: Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, firmly stated that only the state holds the authority to declare jihad not any individual or group. His remarks came during meetings with various religious and social representatives in Karachi, where he emphasized national unity, religious harmony, and equal rights for all…
Rahm Emanuel confronts ‘awkward’ prospect of facing a home-state rival in the 2028 presidential race
CHICAGO — Rahm Emanuel admits the potential of taking on JB Pritzker in a 2028 presidential run is “going to be awkward.” Over decades in public life, Emanuel has had stints as White House chief of staff, congressman, cutthroat Democratic operative, overseas diplomat and more. But around here, it’s a little more simple. Emanuel was…
Mixed global response to US bombing of Iran’s nuclear facilities
Following U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, global leaders have strongly reacted, condemning the attacks and warning of the serious repercussions for regional and international peace. Cuba condemns US airstrikes as a grave violation of international law Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel denounced the U.S. bombings, calling them a severe breach…