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Don’t fear the rise of the democratic socialists. There aren’t enough of them… yet
Never thought I’d say this, but DEI is back! Diversity, equity and inclusion had an excellent midterm election: California got its first elected Latino governor, Xavier Becerra. New Mexico elected its first Native American governor, Deb Haaland. Minnesota elected the first Native American woman to serve in the U.S. Senate, Peggy Flanagan. Texas elected its…
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MAGA will get no peace in its grave
Democrats are still riding high on Tuesday night’s Blue Wave, which was far stronger than anyone expected. Polls indicated Democrats would take back the House, and a Senate majority was within reach, but no one thought it was a lock. And then we had a full congressional flip to Blue before 11 pm on the…
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Strong earthquake shakes Japan, shattering store windows and injuring at least 22
A strong earthquake shook central Japan early Sunday, shattering store windows, causing people to flee buildings and leaving at least 22 people injured, according to local media. Japan’s Meteorological Agency put the quake’s magnitude at 5.7, while the U.S. Geological Survey reported it at magnitude 5.5. Smaller aftershocks were reported. A wide area near Aichi…
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What Happens When AI Is the President’s Advisor?
—Douglas Rissing—Getty Images In September, CNN reported that the United States came close to military confrontation with China. Why? According to the outlet, a military analyst using an AI chatbot to prepare an intelligence assessment of a Chinese vessel incorrectly concluded that the ship was transporting nuclear materials. American aircraft were reportedly in the air…
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No One Should Be Shamed for Using a Mobility Aid
—Matthias Bein—picture alliance via Getty Images The right mobility aid can open up the world. When fitted correctly, it’s an extension of the body, a way for people with disabilities to participate in society more equally. Just like using crutches for a broken leg, using a wheelchair or rollator shouldn’t be controversial or brave. But…
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How to Remind Your Boss of Your PTO Without Pissing Them Off
You’re about to slam that laptop shut for two weeks when the boss messages, “See you Monday!” We’ve all been there, staring down a manager who has forgotten about our paid time off—even though we told them! When we communicate something that’s important to us, we can forget that it’s not necessarily as meaningful to…
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Art of the midterms: Blue wave splashes musicians, artists and even a former Prada model into power
The “bluetsunami” in the 2026 midterm elections flipped control of both the House and the Senate last week, bringing a wave of Democrats, some with backgrounds in the arts. The influx of newly elected officials — artists, musicians, dancers and even a former Prada model among them — comes just weeks before Congress will take…
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NYC ‘principal’ — who’s also a rapper — being paid nearly $200K to run a school that doesn’t exist
This is Ludacris. An NYC educrat who moonlights as a rapper is raking in an eye-watering $192,374 principal’s salary for not running a school, The Post has learned. Caleb Haraguchi-Combs was a vice principal in BORO when he was handpicked in January to become “project director” of the proposed Next Generation Technology High School. Caleb Haraguchi…
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A 55-Year-Old Math Problem Was Solved—This Time by Humans
The original version of this story appeared in Quanta Magazine. The late Ronald Graham wore two hats. He was a renowned mathematician and, at one time, president of the American Mathematical Society. He was also a serious juggler and president of the International Jugglers’ Association. “He loved tricks,” said Fan Chung, a mathematician at UC…
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He Ran on Fighting Data Centers. Now, He’s Going to Congress
Welcome back to Power Play! Senior writer Molly Taft has been tackling topics around this midterm season’s biggest issue: data centers. With the elections over, Power Play will be going on hiatus. But if you’ve got a question or thought for a story, feel free to shoot Molly an email at [email protected] or reach them…