/news1dJamie Raskin accuses DoJ of cover-up after viewing unredacted Epstein files | Jeffrey Epstein | The GuardianJamie Raskin, a top House Democrat, has accused the Department of Justice of making 'mysterious redactions' to documents related to Jeffrey Epstein that obscured the names of abusers, while also allowing the identities of the disgraced financier’s victims to become public. Raskin criticized the department after reviewing the unredacted Epstein files at a government facility in Washington DC. He accused the justice department of being 'in a cover-up mode' and breaking the law.
/australia1dWoman, 69, in hospital with four broken vertebrae after interaction with police at Sydney Herzog protest | Australian police and policing | The GuardianA 69-year-old woman, Jann Alhafny, is recovering in hospital with four broken vertebrae after a police officer allegedly pushed her to the ground at a protest in Sydney against the visit of Israeli President Isaac Herzog. Alhafny claims she was shoved violently and without warning, fearing a stampede or suffocation while on the ground. The NSW police have stated they are reviewing body camera and social media footage of the event. The protest, attended by thousands, saw several injuries and allegations of police brutality, including the use of pepper spray and kettling of protesters. The incident has prompted calls for an independent investigation and a review of policing at protests.
/australia2dPolice use pepper spray at Sydney rally against Isaac Herzog visit, with MP alleging officers threw punches | New South Wales | The GuardianPolice pepper-sprayed protesters at a Sydney rally opposing Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit, leading to arrests and allegations of excessive force. NSW Labor backbencher Anthony D’Adam accused police of overreacting and using excessive force, while Greens MP Abigail Boyd alleged she was injured by police. The protest occurred despite a NSW law banning marches in designated areas, which was enacted following the Bondi antisemitic terror attack.
/politics4dRep. Thompson Pushes The Prevent Presidential Profiteering Act. It Would Tax 100% Any Settlement Paid To A Sitting PresidentRep. Mike Thompson (D-CA) introduced the Prevent Presidential Profiteering Act, which would impose a 100 percent tax on any settlement or judgment paid to a sitting president who sues the federal government. The bill is in response to President Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS. Experts have questioned the size of the lawsuit and the implications of a sitting president suing the very government he runs. Thompson's legislation aims to prevent presidents from using their office for personal financial gain.
/news4dFans ignore plea as JD Vance booed during Winter Olympics opening ceremony | 7NEWSFans at the Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Milan booed US Vice President JD Vance, despite pleas from Olympic officials not to. The ceremony featured performances by Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli, and a tribute to Italian design legend Giorgio Armani. Athletes marched in clusters across Italy, with Australian flag bearers Jakara Anthony and Matt Graham leading a small team. The event marked the first time the main ceremony was held at the San Siro Stadium in Milan.
/politics5dWATCH: Trump says he will revoke church tax exempt status if leaders ‘say something bad about’ him | PBS NewsPresident Donald Trump falsely claimed at the 74th National Prayer Breakfast that he had eliminated the Johnson Amendment, which prohibits 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, including churches, from endorsing or opposing political candidates. Trump stated that he would revoke a church's tax-exempt status if its leaders say something bad about him.
/progressivepolitics6dAlbanese can still withdraw his invitation to Isaac Herzog. He should do so, for the sake of social cohesion | Chris Sidoti | The GuardianThis article argues that Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese should withdraw his invitation to Israeli President Isaac Herzog for the sake of social cohesion. The reasons include Israel's unlawful occupation of Palestinian territories, the president's alleged incitement to genocide, and the potential divisiveness of the visit in Australia.
/australia6dAlbanese can still withdraw his invitation to Isaac Herzog. He should do so, for the sake of social cohesion | Chris Sidoti | The GuardianThis article argues that Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese should withdraw his invitation to Israeli President Isaac Herzog for the sake of social cohesion. The reasons include Israel's unlawful occupation of Palestinian territories, the president's alleged incitement to genocide, and the potential divisiveness of the visit in Australia.
/australian-politics9dFrom cute dogs to Turning Point: the journey of an influencer aiming to breathe rightwing Christian values into Australian politics | Australian politics | The GuardianThis article from The Guardian explores the journey of George Mamalis, an influencer who has shifted from posting about cute dogs to leading the Australian branch of Turning Point, a conservative Christian organization. Emboldened by successes in the US and UK, Turning Point Australia aims to breathe rightwing Christian values into the political ecosystem, expand across the country, and influence elections. Mamalis, who has worked with several rightwing politicians, is now a vocal advocate for issues like 'mass migration', net zero, and trans issues. Experts express concern about the increasing transnational cooperation between rightwing groups and the mainstreaming of fringe ideas.
/progressivepolitics9dFrom cute dogs to Turning Point: the journey of an influencer aiming to breathe rightwing Christian values into Australian politics | Australian politics | The GuardianThis article from The Guardian explores the journey of George Mamalis, an influencer who has shifted from posting about cute dogs to leading the Australian branch of Turning Point, a conservative Christian organization. Emboldened by successes in the US and UK, Turning Point Australia aims to breathe rightwing Christian values into the political ecosystem, expand across the country, and influence elections. Mamalis, who has worked with several rightwing politicians, is now a vocal advocate for issues like 'mass migration', net zero, and trans issues. Experts express concern about the increasing transnational cooperation between rightwing groups and the mainstreaming of fringe ideas.
/australia10dFrom cute dogs to Turning Point: the journey of an influencer aiming to breathe rightwing Christian values into Australian politics | Australian politics | The GuardianThis article from The Guardian explores the journey of George Mamalis, an influencer who has shifted from posting about cute dogs to leading the Australian branch of Turning Point, a conservative Christian organization. Emboldened by successes in the US and UK, Turning Point Australia aims to breathe rightwing Christian values into the political ecosystem, expand across the country, and influence elections. Mamalis, who has worked with several rightwing politicians, is now a vocal advocate for issues like 'mass migration', net zero, and trans issues. Experts express concern about the increasing transnational cooperation between rightwing groups and the mainstreaming of fringe ideas.
/politics10dTrump Does Not Take Reporters' Questions After Signing Executive Order In The Oval Office
/news11dDOJ Just DELETED This Document from the Epstein Files. We Saved It.The DOJ removed a document from the Epstein Files release after it went viral on social media, containing complaints and allegations involving powerful individuals, including Donald Trump. The document was republished by Meidas+ for transparency, and a downloadable PDF is provided. The document reappeared on the DOJ website with potential additional redactions.
/news12dTrump Hangs Putin Portrait in White House Palm Room Above Granddaughter’s Photo, Sparking Global Outrage - 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐘 𝐆𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐂𝐇A framed photo of President Donald Trump standing next to Russian leader Vladimir Putin hangs in the White House Palm Room, above a photo of Trump with his granddaughter. This bold decoration choice has sparked global outrage, with critics arguing it shows a lack of respect for presidential traditions and sends a troubling message about the president's values.