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Solidarity with @huffpostunion.bsky.social ❤️🩹 10 members were laid off today from the Video team, National reporting desk, and Visuals team: journalists covering the communities most vulnerable right now. Shame on management.
HuffPost Union@huffpostunion.bsky.social · last wk.A statement from the HuffPost Union @wgaeast.bsky.social on today's layoffs.
"Byron Allen, who bought a majority stake in BuzzFeed, our parent company, earlier this year, has never spoken to our full newsroom. Instead, he has gone on a media tour, giving contradictory statements about his plans for the company, and purchasing a $91 million home in Aspen."
HuffPost Union@huffpostunion.bsky.social · last wk.A statement from the HuffPost Union @wgaeast.bsky.social on today's layoffs.
Today is my last day at HuffPost. Like many others, I was hit by mass layoffs at BuzzFeed. I've done my best to hold power to account and tell complex stories with care, and I'm going to keep doing that. So please keep sending me tips! Contact: mattshuham@protonmail.com, 646-397-4678 (cell/Signal)
HuffPost Union@huffpostunion.bsky.social · last wk.A statement from the HuffPost Union @wgaeast.bsky.social on today's layoffs.
After 3 years, it's my last day at HuffPost. I was laid off as part of the larger cuts at BuzzFeed. I'm not sure what comes next but I'm proud of our union for holding it down. If you’re an editor or lit agent looking for someone to write about trans rights and politics, hmu at levikalish@proton.me
Terrible decisions by out-of-touch executives are hurting a group of talented, kind and dedicated journalists today. I hope you’ll consider supporting them & bringing them to your teams.
HuffPost Union@huffpostunion.bsky.social · last wk.If possible, please consider donating to the talented reporters, editors and designers impacted by this decision. Solidarity forever ✊ www.gofundme.com/f/support-hu...
Today is my last day at HuffPost. After 11 years, I was laid off as part of the 33% cuts at BuzzFeed. My team, the National desk, was cut from 7 reporters to 3, after being cut from 14 to 7 just over a year ago
HuffPost Union@huffpostunion.bsky.social · last wk.A statement from the HuffPost Union @wgaeast.bsky.social on today's layoffs.
The president weirdly made light of a reporter’s question about the FBI thwarting an alleged plan to attack the big fight night at the White House.
Trump Responds To Foiled White House Attack Plot By... Praising UFC Fighters?!?
The president weirdly made light of a reporter’s question about the FBI thwarting an alleged plan to attack the big fight night at the White House.
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Experts had warned that Trump's plan could make the problem worse. Now, there are signs those concerns were justified.
Trump's Reflecting Pool Fix May Have Accidentally Fueled The Very Problem It Was Meant To Solve
Experts had warned that Trump's plan could make the problem worse. Now, there are signs those concerns were justified.
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Fonda, in counter-programming to Trump's UFC fight night, acknowledged her "personal stake" in the network as she joined several stars to defend the First Amendment.
Jane Fonda Blasts Paramount's Bid To Take Control Of CNN: 'A Direct Attack On Free Speech'
Fonda, in counter-programming to Trump's UFC fight night, acknowledged her "personal stake" in the network as she joined several stars to defend the First Amendment.
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From @theathleticfc.bsky.social: Cape Verde, in their debut at a World Cup, has held reigning European champions Spain to a 0-0 draw at halftime. Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has made several heroic saves and the fans in the stadium are chanting his name. nyti.ms/4fM3bsP
I spoke to an expert in "sportswashing" who argues that Trump has attempted to exploit the World Cup with the help of Gianni Infantino, the president of FIFA, and what he calls the FIFA “grift machine." Check out my interview over at HuffPost: www.huffpost.com/entry/trump-...
Expert Warns Trump Is Taking A Page From Notorious Dictator’s Playbook Ahead Of World Cup
Jules Boykoff, an expert in international sports politics, spotted exactly how Trump will use the tournament as a “political life raft.”
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Satellite data shows oil spills from shipping happen far more often than reported, revealing high-density 'slick belts' that correspond with shipping lanes. Most spills are not investigated. The cost of cleaning up oil pollution is often paid by coastal communities. share.google/zjELnkfcKMpZ...
Only 0.5% of 90,000 oil slicks reported over five-year period, analysis finds
Pollution incidents reported between 2014 and 2019 were compared against scientific study that used satellite imagery to count slicks
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Producer prices rose the most since December 2022 amid President Donald Trump's Iran war.
Steep Wholesale Inflation Pressures Companies To Raise Prices Further For Customers
Steep Wholesale Inflation Pressures Companies To Raise Prices Further For Customers
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It was almost inevitable that the gala — the site of several protests in recent years — would face backlash this time around.
Protests Were In Vogue At The Bezos-Backed Met Gala. Here's What Most Cameras Didn’t Capture.
It was almost inevitable that the gala — the site of several protests in recent years — would face backlash this time around.
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Protesters took to the New York City streets as Bezos and his wife, Lauren Sánchez Bezos, chopped it up with the big-name invitees who were obscured by the walls of the Met, the tent around the red carpet and the layers of police and security surrounding the museum's perimeter. My latest:
HuffPost@huffpost.com · 4mo agoIt was almost inevitable that the gala — the site of several protests in recent years — would face backlash this time around.
It’s one thing to respect and support your boss, but many people thought Blanche went a little overboard when he said, "I love you, sir."
Acting AG Is Really Thirsty To Work For Trump, And Critics Are Grossed Out
It’s one thing to respect and support your boss, but many people thought Blanche went a little overboard when he said, "I love you, sir."
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Experts break down why the president's remark was "offensive," "bizarre" and ignorant.
Trump's 'Dehumanizing' Use Of This Phrase Sends A Message To Muslim Communities, Experts Say
Experts break down why the president's remark was "offensive," "bizarre" and ignorant.
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Trump said that Iran presented a "10-point proposal."
Trump Backs Down From Threat Against Iran — If Strait Is Opened
Trump said that Iran presented a "10-point proposal."
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The pope has emerged as an outspoken critic of the Iran war.
Pope Leo: Trump's Threats Against Iran Are 'Unacceptable'
Pope Leo: Trump's Threats Against Iran Are 'Unacceptable'
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The vice president attempted to get his boss on the line only to get hit with a "very embarrassing" message.
JD Vance Has Awkward Onstage Moment As He Tries — And Fails — To Reach Trump By Phone
The vice president attempted to get his boss on the line only to get hit with a "very embarrassing" message.
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There’s incompetence to go around, critics have noted, but it’s the women who’ve been told, “You’re fired.” “May Kristi Noem be a reminder that women who carry the most water for the patriarchy are always the first to drown and die of thirst,” one woman wrote on Threads.
MAGA Women Are Learning The Hard Way What The 'Glass Cliff' Phenomenon Is
Experts break down what women in Trump's orbit should learn from his latest dismissals.
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“Trump literally sounds like an unhinged super villain from a Marvel comic movie," the conspiracy theorist wrote on X.
‘How Do We 25th Amendment His Ass?’: Alex Jones Openly Calls For Trump's Removal
“Trump literally sounds like an unhinged super villain from a Marvel comic movie," the conspiracy theorist wrote on X.
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While the U.S. is paying $4 a gallon, people in India are going without hot food.
Trump’s War Of Choice Is Causing Mass Chaos Around The World
Trump’s War Of Choice Is Causing Mass Chaos Around The World
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The "Friends" actor told the rapper, who once praised Hitler, it'll take "much more" to build back trust just hours before organizers canceled his planned U.K. headlining act.
David Schwimmer Tears Apart 'Hate-Mongering Bigot' Kanye West Over His Big Comeback Attempt
The "Friends" actor told the rapper, who once praised Hitler, it'll take "much more" to build back trust just hours before organizers canceled his planned U.K. headlining act.
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"This is evil and madness," the former congresswoman said.
'25TH AMENDMENT!!!' Marjorie Taylor Greene Calls For Trump's Removal Over Iran Threat
'25TH AMENDMENT!!!' Marjorie Taylor Greene Calls For Trump's Removal Over Iran Threat
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"I like dealing with smart people, not fools," Trump said.
Trump Goes Off On Tucker Carlson: 'Low IQ Person'
Trump Goes Off On Tucker Carlson: 'Low IQ Person'
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