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Omaha Steve's Labor Group
In New Orleans, AFSCME city workers fight back against mistreatment and stalling
By Omaha Steve - 4 hrs ago - 2 recs
In New Orleans, AFSCME city workers fight back against mistreatment and stalling
By Omaha Steve - 4 hrs ago - 2 recs
Foreign Affairs
(The country) Georgia's opposition comes under attack as leader is dragged from HQ
By muriel_volestrangler - 4 hrs ago - 2 recs
(The country) Georgia's opposition comes under attack as leader is dragged from HQ
By muriel_volestrangler - 4 hrs ago - 2 recs
Omaha Steve's Labor Group
Labor News & Commentary December 2, NLRB rules that Starbucks' dress code violates labor law & more
By Omaha Steve - 4 hrs ago - 2 recs
Labor News & Commentary December 2, NLRB rules that Starbucks' dress code violates labor law & more
By Omaha Steve - 4 hrs ago - 2 recs
Environment & Energy
Hydrogen-powered river vessel debuts in Paris
By Caribbeans - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Hydrogen-powered river vessel debuts in Paris
By Caribbeans - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Vegetarian, Vegan and Animal Rights
Gang filmed themselves throwing cat over bridge on Snapchat.... (Graphic Content)
By red dog 1 - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Gang filmed themselves throwing cat over bridge on Snapchat.... (Graphic Content)
By red dog 1 - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Jewish Group
Just got a DNA test back, I'm part Sephardic Jew!
By Shellback Squid - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Just got a DNA test back, I'm part Sephardic Jew!
By Shellback Squid - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Public Transportation and Smart Growth
Amtrak ridership hits a record high, trims losses
By mahatmakanejeeves - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Amtrak ridership hits a record high, trims losses
By mahatmakanejeeves - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Jewish Group
(JEWISH GROUP) Jews and Israelis may face hiring discrimination in the U.S., study finds
By Behind the Aegis - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
(JEWISH GROUP) Jews and Israelis may face hiring discrimination in the U.S., study finds
By Behind the Aegis - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
California
Certified Election Results Are In: Small Red Wave In Riverside County
By RandySF - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Certified Election Results Are In: Small Red Wave In Riverside County
By RandySF - 5 hrs ago - 2 recs
Texas
Early voting begins in El Paso runoff for mayor, City Council; low turnout expected
By RandySF - 6 hrs ago - 2 recs
Early voting begins in El Paso runoff for mayor, City Council; low turnout expected
By RandySF - 6 hrs ago - 2 recs
Israel/Palestine
IDF says it recovered the body of hostage Itay Svirsky from Gaza
By Beastly Boy - 6 hrs ago - 2 recs
IDF says it recovered the body of hostage Itay Svirsky from Gaza
By Beastly Boy - 6 hrs ago - 2 recs
The DU Lounge
What smell is the best holiday smell to you? Mine is cinnamon
By debm55 - 7 hrs ago - 2 recs
What smell is the best holiday smell to you? Mine is cinnamon
By debm55 - 7 hrs ago - 2 recs
Atheists & Agnostics
I have never felt akin to Atheists nor believers
By Joe Nation - 7 hrs ago - 2 recs
I have never felt akin to Atheists nor believers
By Joe Nation - 7 hrs ago - 2 recs
General Discussion
MI-GOV: Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan launches independent campaign for governor of Michigan
By RandySF - 7 hrs ago - 2 recs
MI-GOV: Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan launches independent campaign for governor of Michigan
By RandySF - 7 hrs ago - 2 recs
Editorials & Other Articles
How a potential panel shakeup will test Ocasio-Cortez's influence
By Passages - 8 hrs ago - 2 recs
How a potential panel shakeup will test Ocasio-Cortez's influence
By Passages - 8 hrs ago - 2 recs
General Discussion
ProPublica: If Trump Makes Cuts to Medicaid, Texas Officials Could Seize the Opportunity to Further Slash the Program
By Dennis Donovan - 8 hrs ago - 2 recs
ProPublica: If Trump Makes Cuts to Medicaid, Texas Officials Could Seize the Opportunity to Further Slash the Program
By Dennis Donovan - 8 hrs ago - 2 recs
Health
Washington University Saint Louis: Research reveals how fructose in diet enhances tumor growth
By OKIsItJustMe - 8 hrs ago - 2 recs
Washington University Saint Louis: Research reveals how fructose in diet enhances tumor growth
By OKIsItJustMe - 8 hrs ago - 2 recs
General Discussion
Live NYPD presser on UHC CEO murder YouTube
By Dennis Donovan - 8 hrs ago - 2 recs
Live NYPD presser on UHC CEO murder YouTube
By Dennis Donovan - 8 hrs ago - 2 recs
Latest Breaking News
Reports: Kash Patel, Trump's pick to lead FBI, targeted in Iranian hack
By BumRushDaShow - 11 hrs ago - 2 recs
Reports: Kash Patel, Trump's pick to lead FBI, targeted in Iranian hack
By BumRushDaShow - 11 hrs ago - 2 recs
General Discussion
The Kyiv Independent: NATO must provide 'whatever air defense we can give' to Ukraine, Rutte says
By Dennis Donovan - 12 hrs ago - 2 recs
The Kyiv Independent: NATO must provide 'whatever air defense we can give' to Ukraine, Rutte says
By Dennis Donovan - 12 hrs ago - 2 recs
General Discussion
Iraq will not be just a 'spectator' in Syria, prime minister says
By bronxiteforever - 12 hrs ago - 2 recs
Iraq will not be just a 'spectator' in Syria, prime minister says
By bronxiteforever - 12 hrs ago - 2 recs
Latest Breaking News
Trump reportedly considering DeSantis as replacement nominee for defense secretary
By Jose Garcia - 12 hrs ago - 2 recs
Trump reportedly considering DeSantis as replacement nominee for defense secretary
By Jose Garcia - 12 hrs ago - 2 recs
Latest Breaking News
US border arrests drop 17% in November, dousing predictions of post-election surge
By BumRushDaShow - 13 hrs ago - 2 recs
US border arrests drop 17% in November, dousing predictions of post-election surge
By BumRushDaShow - 13 hrs ago - 2 recs
General Discussion
Labor Nominee Chavez-DeRemer: More Trump Loyalist Than Union Ally
By Celerity - 14 hrs ago - 2 recs
Labor Nominee Chavez-DeRemer: More Trump Loyalist Than Union Ally
By Celerity - 14 hrs ago - 2 recs
Environment & Energy
Reuters: Biden pushes out over $100 billion in clean energy grants as term winds down
By OKIsItJustMe - 17 hrs ago - 2 recs
Reuters: Biden pushes out over $100 billion in clean energy grants as term winds down
By OKIsItJustMe - 17 hrs ago - 2 recs
Cable News Clips
The Nightcap: Trump Cabinet picks raise conflict of interest concerns - The 11th Hour - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 17 hrs ago - 2 recs
The Nightcap: Trump Cabinet picks raise conflict of interest concerns - The 11th Hour - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 17 hrs ago - 2 recs
Environment & Energy
CU Boulder: Countdown to an ice-free Arctic: New research warns of accelerated timelines
By OKIsItJustMe - 17 hrs ago - 2 recs
CU Boulder: Countdown to an ice-free Arctic: New research warns of accelerated timelines
By OKIsItJustMe - 17 hrs ago - 2 recs
Cable News Clips
Why reports of excessive drinking may be the one scandal Donald Trump cares about - Alex Wagner - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 18 hrs ago - 2 recs
Why reports of excessive drinking may be the one scandal Donald Trump cares about - Alex Wagner - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 18 hrs ago - 2 recs
Editorials & Other Articles
Restorative justice fits human nature more than retribution does
By Celerity - 19 hrs ago - 2 recs
Restorative justice fits human nature more than retribution does
By Celerity - 19 hrs ago - 2 recs
Cable News Clips
Meet Trump's radical FBI pick to replace his own first term FBI Director - The Beat - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 22 hrs ago - 2 recs
Meet Trump's radical FBI pick to replace his own first term FBI Director - The Beat - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 22 hrs ago - 2 recs
Liberal YouTubers
Trump's Security Clearances: What's Really Happening? - Talking Feds
By Rhiannon12866 - 22 hrs ago - 2 recs
Trump's Security Clearances: What's Really Happening? - Talking Feds
By Rhiannon12866 - 22 hrs ago - 2 recs
General Discussion
What do Joe Biden, Al Bundy and I have in common this🎄season🎄?
By usonian - 23 hrs ago - 2 recs
What do Joe Biden, Al Bundy and I have in common this🎄season🎄?
By usonian - 23 hrs ago - 2 recs
Liberal YouTubers
Trump's Immunity Push to Kill NY Case - Talking Feds
By Rhiannon12866 - 23 hrs ago - 2 recs
Trump's Immunity Push to Kill NY Case - Talking Feds
By Rhiannon12866 - 23 hrs ago - 2 recs
Latest Breaking News
Peter Navarro served prison time related to Jan. 6. Now Trump is bringing him back as an adviser
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 55 min ago - 1 recs
Peter Navarro served prison time related to Jan. 6. Now Trump is bringing him back as an adviser
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 55 min ago - 1 recs
Washington
Kamiak High 'clear and safe' after threat to Mukilteo school
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
Kamiak High 'clear and safe' after threat to Mukilteo school
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
The DU Lounge
Did anyone here have to sign a "not a communist" statement before going to a state college?
By efhmc - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
Did anyone here have to sign a "not a communist" statement before going to a state college?
By efhmc - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
EBay, Collectors, Flea Market & Antiques
if you like or collect native arts + crafts, poke me.
By pansypoo53219 - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
if you like or collect native arts + crafts, poke me.
By pansypoo53219 - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
Environment & Energy
IEA: Global Hydrogen Review 2024 - Executive summary
By OKIsItJustMe - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
IEA: Global Hydrogen Review 2024 - Executive summary
By OKIsItJustMe - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
General Discussion
(history video) South Korea's past with authoritarianism
By ChicagoRonin - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
(history video) South Korea's past with authoritarianism
By ChicagoRonin - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
General Discussion
Jesse Watters blasted after creepy 'eye candy' comment aimed at women in Trump's cabinet
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
Jesse Watters blasted after creepy 'eye candy' comment aimed at women in Trump's cabinet
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
Louisiana
Louisiana Secretary of State releases early voting numbers for Dec. 7 election Share WDSU logo Updated
By RandySF - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
Louisiana Secretary of State releases early voting numbers for Dec. 7 election Share WDSU logo Updated
By RandySF - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
Latest Breaking News
OpenAI's new defense contract completes its military pivot
By highplainsdem - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
OpenAI's new defense contract completes its military pivot
By highplainsdem - 1 hr ago - 1 recs
General Discussion
Trump's return brings out all the bigots obsessed with bathrooms
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 2 hrs ago - 1 recs
Trump's return brings out all the bigots obsessed with bathrooms
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 2 hrs ago - 1 recs
General Discussion
The Hill: Romney calls for bipartisanship in farewell Senate speech
By Dennis Donovan - 2 hrs ago - 1 recs
The Hill: Romney calls for bipartisanship in farewell Senate speech
By Dennis Donovan - 2 hrs ago - 1 recs
General Discussion
Matthew Gertz: Monica Crowley would be the 10th former Fox personality to serve in the second Trump administration.
By Dennis Donovan - 2 hrs ago - 1 recs
Matthew Gertz: Monica Crowley would be the 10th former Fox personality to serve in the second Trump administration.
By Dennis Donovan - 2 hrs ago - 1 recs
The DU Lounge
Smoking Weed with AI... and well... it gets weird...
By mikelewis - 2 hrs ago - 1 recs
Smoking Weed with AI... and well... it gets weird...
By mikelewis - 2 hrs ago - 1 recs
General Discussion
U.S. Education Department pings states, schools to set policies on cellphone use
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 2 hrs ago - 1 recs
U.S. Education Department pings states, schools to set policies on cellphone use
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 2 hrs ago - 1 recs
General Discussion
Should a Student Reporter Face Prosecution for Embedding with Protesters?
By WhiskeyGrinder - 3 hrs ago - 1 recs
Should a Student Reporter Face Prosecution for Embedding with Protesters?
By WhiskeyGrinder - 3 hrs ago - 1 recs
The DU Lounge
are there any du model railroaders out there ? i have a question. do u shoot your trains and then and or play with them
By AllaN01Bear - 3 hrs ago - 1 recs
are there any du model railroaders out there ? i have a question. do u shoot your trains and then and or play with them
By AllaN01Bear - 3 hrs ago - 1 recs
Arkansas
Early election results favor Jordan and Jones in Fayetteville runoff
By RandySF - 4 hrs ago - 1 recs
Early election results favor Jordan and Jones in Fayetteville runoff
By RandySF - 4 hrs ago - 1 recs
Utah
Salt Lake City school board member charged with bribing election opponent says he is 'innocent man'
By RandySF - 4 hrs ago - 1 recs
Salt Lake City school board member charged with bribing election opponent says he is 'innocent man'
By RandySF - 4 hrs ago - 1 recs
Environment & Energy
China Accelerates Hydrogen Energy Development with 33 New Policies Across 24 Provinces and Cities
By Caribbeans - 5 hrs ago - 1 recs
China Accelerates Hydrogen Energy Development with 33 New Policies Across 24 Provinces and Cities
By Caribbeans - 5 hrs ago - 1 recs
Washington
Seattle City Council member Morales will resign in January: 'Council has undermined my work ...'
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 5 hrs ago - 1 recs
Seattle City Council member Morales will resign in January: 'Council has undermined my work ...'
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 5 hrs ago - 1 recs
Liberal YouTubers
Resurfaced Clip Shows Pete Hegseth Trash Talking Trump - Reflect Politics
By TexasTowelie - 5 hrs ago - 1 recs
Resurfaced Clip Shows Pete Hegseth Trash Talking Trump - Reflect Politics
By TexasTowelie - 5 hrs ago - 1 recs
Jewish Group
(JEWISH GROUP) Saying 'adieu' to San Francisco's Contemporary Jewish Museum
By Behind the Aegis - 5 hrs ago - 1 recs
(JEWISH GROUP) Saying 'adieu' to San Francisco's Contemporary Jewish Museum
By Behind the Aegis - 5 hrs ago - 1 recs
Latest Breaking News
Trump names Peter Navarro, jailed for contempt of Congress, trade adviser
By erronis - 5 hrs ago - 1 recs
Trump names Peter Navarro, jailed for contempt of Congress, trade adviser
By erronis - 5 hrs ago - 1 recs
Foreign Affairs
Namibia elects first female president in disputed poll
By RandySF - 5 hrs ago - 1 recs
Namibia elects first female president in disputed poll
By RandySF - 5 hrs ago - 1 recs
Liberal YouTubers
Backfire: Trump dealt embarrassing blow by UK leader - Brian Tyler Cohen
By TexasTowelie - 5 hrs ago - 1 recs
Backfire: Trump dealt embarrassing blow by UK leader - Brian Tyler Cohen
By TexasTowelie - 5 hrs ago - 1 recs
Forum Spotlight: Anthropology
2,100-year-old temple from ancient Egypt discovered hidden in cliff face5,000-year-old artifacts in Iraq hint at mysterious collapse of one of the world's 1st governments
New, big-headed archaic humans discovered: Who is Homo juluensis?
Latest Breaking News
Ocean salt water entering Delaware River due to drought and sea level rise, water managers say
Thursday - ABC News
Thursday - ABC News
Judge Upholds A Missouri Law Requiring Voters To Show Photo ID To Cast A Regular Ballot
Thursday - Huff Post/AP
Thursday - Huff Post/AP
US labor board judge rules Exxon's Texas refinery union lockout was legal
Thursday - Yahoo! News/Reuters
Thursday - Yahoo! News/Reuters
Critics mock 'Donny deals' after Trump met with brutal fact check from Mexico's president
Wednesday - Raw Story
Wednesday - Raw Story
Father-son duo headed to prison for hurling metal pole, barrel at cops during Jan. 6 Capitol breach
Wednesday - Law & Crime
Wednesday - Law & Crime
'A cheap magic trick': Amazon, Google, Meta accused of dodging Senate questions
Wednesday - Australia's The Age
Wednesday - Australia's The Age
Judge tosses lawsuit against Fox News over conspiracy-tinged Jan. 6 coverage
Wednesday - CNN Politics
Wednesday - CNN Politics
Supreme Court's transgender care fight creates conservative 'reckoning' over parental rights
Wednesday - CNN Politics
Wednesday - CNN Politics
Democrat Derek Tran defeats GOP Rep. Michelle Steel in Southern California swing House district
Wednesday - AP
Wednesday - AP
'First Buddy' Elon Musk accuses Trump impeachment witness of 'treason' and calls for 'appropriate penalty'
Wednesday - The Independent
Wednesday - The Independent
Exclusive: US consumer finance watchdog moves on new rules ahead of Trump takeover
Wednesday - Reuters
Wednesday - Reuters
JUST IN: MSNBC Loses Almost HALF Its Viewers in Stunning Post-Election Ratings Report
Wednesday - MEDIAite
Wednesday - MEDIAite
Number of Americans filing for unemployment falls again, hovers near 7-month lows
Wednesday - ABC News
Wednesday - ABC News
Exclusive: Exxon lobbyist investigated over hack-and-leak of environmentalist emails, sources say
Wednesday - Reuters
Wednesday - Reuters
Elon Musk wants to 'delete' federal financial watchdog as 'DOGE' begins work
Wednesday - Washington Post
Wednesday - Washington Post
Elon Musk publicized the names of government employees he wants to cut. It's terrifying federal workers
Wednesday - CNN
Wednesday - CNN
Republican Congressional Candidate Tells Muslim Congresswomen They Should 'Consider Leaving Before I Get There,' Adds '
Wednesday - mediaite
Wednesday - mediaite
8 miles of lead telephone cable removed from Lake Tahoe following years of advocacy
Wednesday - USA Today
Wednesday - USA Today
Trump team eyes funding showdown with 'sanctuary cities' over immigration
Wednesday - Washington Post
Wednesday - Washington Post
Harris campaign chair: Narrative about dodging interviews was 'completely bulls‑‑‑'
Wednesday - The Hill
Wednesday - The Hill
North Carolina's governor has vetoed a GOP bill that would weaken his successor and other Democrats
Wednesday - AP
Wednesday - AP
Trump-appointed judge rejects lawsuit targeting special counsel Jack Smith
Wednesday - Washington Post
Wednesday - Washington Post