Karoline Leavitt, the White House press secretary, addressed for the first time a schoolyard insult that President Trump lobbed at a Bloomberg News reporter last week.
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Explained: Why Donald Trump called Democrats’ video to troops ‘Seditious Behaviour Punishable by Death’
President Trump reacted furiously to a video by six Democratic lawmakers reminding troops they can refuse unlawful orders, calling it “seditious behaviour” punishable by death. The Democrats framed their message as a constitutional safeguard, while Republicans supported the president’s interpretation of undermining civilian control of the military.
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‘Assassinate Trump and I’ll write you naughty letters in jail’: TikToker’s threat to Trump goes viral
A TikTok video featuring a Portland-based creator, @myfriendelise, has gone viral on X, sparking outrage and calls for federal investigation. The clip shows the creator casually suggesting the assassination of Donald Trump and offering to send “dirty letters” to anyone who carries it out, leading to widespread demands for her…
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How to Setup WooCommerce Cart Recovery the RIGHT Way
There’s nothing more discouraging for an online store owner than watching shoppers add items to their cart…only to disappear before checkout. If that sounds familiar, you’re definitely not alone. Around 70% of online shopping carts are abandoned, which means a lot of potential sales are being left on the table.…
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Indian-origin author Deepak Chopra named in newly released Epstein files: Who is he and what do the emails show?
Newly revealed Epstein documents show a brief 2016 email exchange with author Deepak Chopra regarding a withdrawn lawsuit. The exchange, concerning a woman’s allegations against Donald Trump and Epstein, was initiated by Epstein sharing a news link. Chopra inquired about the withdrawal of allegations against Epstein, receiving a short reply.…
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Trump puts the endangered in danger: White House moves to roll back key species protections
The Trump administration is rolling back Endangered Species Act protections, allowing economic factors to influence habitat designations and narrowing the definition of critical habitat. This move, critics warn, could significantly increase extinction risks for vulnerable wildlife by prioritizing development over scientific conservation needs and weakening automatic protections for threatened species.
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Matt: Gemini & FSD
Two interesting AI updates this week: It’s nice to read Andrej Karpathy’s review of Tesla’s FSD v13, as someone who was involved with creating their first self-driving efforts. I’ve only experienced v12, so very excited to try out the latest generations soon. Ubiquitous self-driving will reshape cities and save countless…
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Who is Tom Steyer? Billionaire climate crusader announces run for California governor
Billionaire activist Tom Steyer has launched his bid for California governor, aiming to address the state’s affordability crisis. Having previously run for president, Steyer, a significant Democratic donor, pledges to lower utility bills, build homes, and make education free. He enters a crowded Democratic field facing Republican challenges, with former…
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New York gridlock alert: These are the dates when traffic will be at its worst in 2025
New York City has announced 2025 Gridlock Alert Days, pinpointing peak traffic congestion periods. These dates, coinciding with major events and holiday travel, urge residents to opt for public transport, cycling, or walking. The DOT is promoting greener travel, highlighting new bike infrastructure like the First Avenue Tunnel protected lane…
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White House posts Trump and Ronaldo’s GOAT moment: What the caption ‘CR7 × 45/47’ really means
President Trump and football legend Cristiano Ronaldo were captured in a viral White House video captioned “Two GOATs.” This clip, shared during Ronaldo’s attendance at a state dinner, merged Ronaldo’s iconic “CR7” brand with Trump’s “45/47” political shorthand, sparking widespread online discussion and speculation.