Geert Wilders collapsed the Dutch government. He wanted power, but had no idea how to govern | Koen Vossen

One of the true greats. RiP.

When billion-dollar AIs break down over puzzles a child can do, it's time to rethink the hype | Gary Marcus

210,000,000 votes on 3 elections. This is America. He's no mistake. Own him.

Truth-tellers, not rioters. Protect these two men at all costs. “You feel tough with your assault rifles and your sticks. You should be standing here with us. You’re on the wrong side of history.” “John Lewis said make good trouble… that means make trouble on behalf of democracy.”

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Excellent.

If Westminster rule delivers terrible outcomes under the Tories, no discernible philosophy or change under Labour, and the prospect of Farage as Prime Minister, what exactly is the case for Scotland remaining part of the UK?

The profoundest implications of Gerry Adams' Dublin court victory over the BBC may be borne not by British licence fee payers, but by the Irish public. Geoblocking BBC content to Ireland is now being discussed...and it hurts the Irish unity campaign.

He’s right.

There are 2 previous historical cases of countries destroying their science and universities, crippling them for decades: Lysenkoism in the USSR and Nazi Germany. The Trump administration will be the 3rd. It's not just budgets but research, institutions, expertise, and training the next generation.

North Korean and Chinese mercenaries. Fierce men for the duty free.

Old, but 24ct gold.

Disgusting. Watch him use this to launch run for Aras.

Germany’s culture ministry is drafting a bill that would introduce a levy of 10 percent on big digital platforms that use media content.

Simple. Lousy public education. Worst literacy in OECD; 54% of US adults reading ability of 12 year old. These are the choices uber capitalism makes.

Awful goal, rubbish teams, poor match.

The new pope wants to host Ukraine peace talks after a summit in Istanbul failed to bring together the main players in the conflict.

China has warned Britain over the terms of Sir Keir Starmer’s trade deal with the US, claiming it may force UK companies to cut Chinese products out of their supply chains

If Elon Musk continues to dominate the space-based internet, he could end up with more power over information than anyone in history, writes Ross Andersen:

A president who governs by “Executive Orders” is weak, not strong.

Since I administered the WH emoluments rules, let me explain why this is forbidden Trump expressed interest in it before it was offered He is going to use & benefit from it a while in office And he's going to keep using it after he leaves! Functionally, it's a gift to him & so it's illegal

"Pope Leo XIV is everything Trump is not: a voice for the masses. Like Francis, the new pope intends to champion the needy — and present an alternative America to the one desecrated by its president" | ✍️ AN Wilson

MAGA upset Pope is a Catholic.

Robert Francis Prevost, Pope Leo XIV, called out Pope Killer JD Vance.

This day keeps getting better.

Linda McMahon wrote Harvard a letter to which they responded by noting areas that are in need of corrections and then posted it on social media. Great job Harvard!👏👏👏

Rep. Madeleine Dean: “In your book…You include a list of names that people have referred to as an enemy's list…Many people from this blueprint have been targeted...The FBI cannot be weaponized, and under your leadership, it has been nothing but a weapon.”

In pictures: Inter Milan v Barcelona - Two games, 13 goals and possibly the best Champions League tie ever

EU eyes tariffs on Boeing jets in retaliation plan https://www.ft.com/content/42458681-95c4-463e-866d-1c6968e61df6

🧵 NY-17 Rep. Mike Lawler had a local social worker physically dragged out of his town hall Sunday night. Emily Feiner was singled out by private security, lifted out of her seat, as the crowd chanted “let her stay” and “shame, shame.” She’s a constituent. Not a threat. Fascism again.

Pediatricians say that childhood vaccines are safe. A heroin-addled nepo baby with a brain worm says they may not be. For busy voters, it can be hard to know who to believe.

“Do you swear to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States?” “I don’t know.”

I had a productive call with Ursula von der Leyen this morning. We’re ready to build on our free trade relationship, bolster economic security, and work side-by-side on shared defence and security challenges. When Canada and the European Union build together, our futures are stronger.

All this faux passion in modern football is embarrassing.

210,000,000 votes in 3 elections. Says a lot.

Nazi Germany surrendered in May 1945. For Americans, the Second World War would rage for three more months, until VJ Day in August. But for Russians and those influenced by them, "Victory Day" falls in May. Trump follows the Russian practice, not the American.

Tech billionaires capitulated to Donald Trump when he was elected. 100 days later, it’s blown up in their faces. From Zuckerberg to Musk to Bezos, each CEO has been left reeling as Trump’s policies wreak havoc on their businesses. Read @taylorlorenz.bsky.social’s latest: zeteo.com/p/tech-billi...

Compared with other modern presidents’ first 100 days, President Trump in his second term has signed the most executive orders, collected the most tariffs and had the most lawsuits filed against him. Markets have slumped, as have his approval ratings. Here's how. nyti.ms/3YqP8zn

That's the end of Timmy so.

Donald Trump endorses New York archbishop for next pope https://www.ft.com/content/cc8eb28e-b0e4-4a06-a8f9-b0bdb6e64464

"The baby is distressed and does not want to eat," the woman's husband told the Miami Herald.

Trump isn't wrong. They voted stupid. They got stupid.

Thank you Greyhound!

People are NOT understanding what empty cargo ships from China means. It means no work for dock workers. No work for truck drivers, no work for retailers, fewer dollars circulating. The cascade effect is just mind boggling.

ILLINOIS… Gov. Pritzker…

Taoiseach calls on Kneecap to ‘urgently clarify’ alleged comments about terror groups

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