Brett Smiley (politician) & intentional human activity
American politician
Would having a ‘nighttime mayor’ help Providence’s nightlife thrive?: The sector is a critical part of the city’s character, but revenue remains below pre-COVID ...
bostonglobe.com/2025/01/27/metro/providence-nightlife-mayor-economy-entertainment-tourism-sector-night/
Providence schools warn of deep cuts to sports, staff in $11m "ultimatum": Potential cuts could include eliminating winter and spring sports, furloughing staff ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/10/10/metro/providence-schools-warn-of-cuts-if-city-does-not-cough-up-millions/
Shawnee police officer cleared in fatal shooting during QuikTrip hostage situation: DA
kansascity.com/news/local/article289149064.html
Police identify man fatally shot by officer after he allegedly robbed Shawnee gas station
kansascity.com/news/local/crime/article285684481.html
Tesla Trade-Ins Are At An All-Time High, Edmunds Says: JPMorgan analysts said this week they struggled to think of another time “a [car] brand has lost so much ...
huffpost.com/entry/tesla-trade-in-all-time-high-stock-not_n_67dd7f05e4b09b090813ece6
Quick Glance: Record Tesla Trade-Ins Amid Market Turmoil
- In March 2025, Tesla trade-ins reached a record share of 1.4%.
- A decline in consumer interest in Tesla could potentially reduce the customer base over time.
- Tesla's stock has nearly halved since December 2024, which has surprised analysts.
- U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick advised the public to buy Tesla stock, resulting in a drop in share prices.
Quick Glance: Boxing Icon George Foreman Passes Away at 76
- Boxing legend George Foreman has passed away at the age of 76.
- He won an Olympic gold medal in 1968 and became a two-time heavyweight champion, notably becoming the oldest champion at age 45 in 1994.
- Foreman's career, which included 76 wins, was shaped by his loss to Muhammad Ali in the famous Rumble in the Jungle fight in 1974.
- Following boxing, he found success as an entrepreneur with the George Foreman Grill and was remembered by his family as a man of strong faith and humanitarian values.
EWN 4h
Israel defence minister threatens to annex parts of Gaza: The warning came as Israel pressed the renewed assault it launched on Tuesday, shattering the relative ...
ewn.co.za/2025/03/22/israel-defence-minister-threatens-to-annex-parts-of-gaza
Carney says Canada aims to have free internal trade by July 1: Several of Canada’s premiers called for the elimination of interprovincial trade barriers on ...
ctvnews.ca/politics/article/premiers-meet-with-pm-mark-carney-call-for-end-to-internal-trade-barriers/
Quick Glance: Canada Aims for Free Internal Trade by July 1
- Prime Minister Mark Carney and provincial premiers are focused on dismantling internal trade barriers and enhancing energy transportation across Canada.
- Carney announced plans to introduce legislation by July 1 to facilitate barrier-free trade and remove labor mobility restrictions.
- Premiers called for expedited approvals for significant projects, and Carney pledged support for infrastructure financing to boost interprovincial trade.
- Collaboration with provinces, Indigenous groups, and stakeholders will be prioritized to accelerate national projects of significance.
Nearly All Cybertrucks Have Been Recalled Because Tesla Used the Wrong Glue: Tesla says it will fix the sticky issue—which could cause panels to detach from ...
wired.com/story/tesla-cybertrucks-made-with-the-wrong-glue-hit-with-yet-another-sticky-recall/
Quick Glance: Tesla Cybertruck Recall Over Incorrect Adhesive
- Tesla is recalling nearly all produced Cybertrucks to address a problem with the glued stainless steel trim that may detach while driving.
- The recall affects over 46,000 vehicles and cannot be fixed via an over-the-air update, requiring trucks to be taken to a service center.
- Experts express surprise at the adhesive issues, noting that the use of stainless steel in the Cybertruck may present unique challenges.
- The number of vehicle recalls in the U.S. has increased significantly over the last two decades, with more recalls necessitating physical repairs.
Israel strikes Lebanon after first rocket attack since ceasefire: The Israel Defense Forces had earlier threatened a "severe response" after three rockets were ...
bbc.com/news/articles/cn4ynpzk8d8o
CBS News 7h
Trump revokes security clearances of Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton and other prominent Dems
cbsnews.com/news/trump-revokes-security-clearances-of-kamala-harris-hillary-clinton-and-other-prominent-dems/
Quick Glance: Trump Revokes Security Clearances for Rivals
- President Trump revoked security clearances for numerous former opponents, including Kamala Harris and Hillary Clinton, on Friday night.
- This action is viewed as retaliation for Joe Biden's similar revocation after the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack.
- The list also includes notable critics like Letitia James, Alvin Bragg, and witnesses from Trump's first impeachment hearings.
- Additionally, Trump has withdrawn security clearances for former aides who have opposed him.
CBS News 13h
U.S. to revoke legal status of more than a half-million migrants, urges them to self deport
cbsnews.com/news/u-s-to-revoke-legal-status-of-over-a-half-million-migrants-chnv/
Quick Glance: Revocation of Protection Status for 532,000 Immigrants
- The Department of Homeland Security plans to revoke legal protections for 532,000 immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, potentially leading to deportations.
- Those affected, who have been in the U.S. since October 2022, will lose their status on April 24, 30 days after the notice is published in the Federal Register.
- This decision follows previous actions by the Trump administration that labeled the humanitarian parole program as an abuse and is already being challenged in federal courts.
- Critics warn that this move will cause unnecessary chaos and heartbreak for families and communities across the country.
Donald Trump blocks classified information for Biden, Blinken and Harris: US President Donald Trump has blocked his political opponents' access to classified ...
stern.de/politik/ausland/donald-trump-sperrt-geheim-informationen-fuer-biden--blinken-und-harris-35574322.html
'Only Murders in the Building' Season 5 Casts Christoph Waltz: Two-time Oscar winner Christoph Waltz has joined "Only Murders in the Building" Season 5 ...
variety.com/2025/tv/news/only-murders-in-the-building-season-5-cast-christoph-waltz-1236344773/
Quick Glance: Christoph Waltz Joins 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 5
- Academy Award winner Christoph Waltz has joined the cast of Season 5 of 'Only Murders in the Building.'
- Waltz and Keegan-Michael Key are the latest additions, with details about their characters and the plot being kept confidential.
- Season 5 is currently in production and is expected to release later this year.
- Waltz will star alongside Martin Short, Selena Gomez, and Steve Martin, who are also producers of the series.
Obstacles to deportations - Ministry closes departments: The Trump administration has made deportations a central policy. Three departments in the Department of ...
fr.de/politik/huerden-bei-abschiebungen-ministerium-schliesst-abteilungen-zr-93641385.html
A Palestinian baby was found alive in the arms of his mother, who was killed by an Israeli air strike in Gaza on Friday
Quick Glance: Trump Shifts Student Loans and Special Needs Programs
- President Trump announced the immediate transfer of federal student loan management and special needs programs to other federal agencies.
- The student loan portfolio, managing approximately $1.6 trillion for about 43 million borrowers, will now be overseen by the Small Business Administration.
- Legal challenges regarding this transfer arise as these responsibilities are protected by law and may require Congressional approval.
- Experts have raised concerns that this restructuring could fundamentally change how support is provided to children with disabilities.
Canada buying American billboards in anti-tariff ad campaign: Canada will erect a series of 'huge billboards' along highways in the U.S. as part of a campaign to ...
ctvnews.ca/world/trumps-tariffs/article/canada-buying-billboards-in-us-red-states-to-drum-up-opposition-to-trumps-tariffs/
Dispute over Venezuela deportation flights escalates: Trump administration accuses federal judge of attempted coup
fr.de/politik/streit-um-venezuela-abschiebefluege-eskaliert-trump-regierung-unterstellt-bundesrichter-einen-putschversuch-zr-93636985.html
Only Hindus to be employed at Tirumala Temple, says Andhra CM Naidu: Additionally, the Chief Minister revealed plans to build Venkateswara Swamy temples in all ...
financialexpress.com/india-news/only-hindus-to-be-employed-at-tirumala-temple-says-andhra-cm-naidu/3784006/
Columbia bans face masks in protests and acquiesces to other Trump administration demands
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-847086
Israeli Strikes Leads to Palestinian Casualties in Gaza, Communist Parties Protest in Delhi
CPI(M) and CPI(ML) on March 21 (Friday) protested in Delhi in ... Show more
Elon Musk urges Tesla employees to ‘hang on to’ shares: Billionaire rails against vandalism of cars and protests at dealerships in the US and Europe
ft.com/content/12da5460-3837-4f09-9cf3-b6656afa7b0e
FUNERAL OF KADEN MOODLEY | The funeral of Kaden Moodley, a Glenwood High School student, who tragically passed away after collapsing during a soccer warm-up on ... Show more
President Trump signs executive order in first step to shut down US Department of Education
bbc.co.uk/news/live/ce985pxlr70t
Parents Whose Unvaccinated Child Died From Measles Say They Remain Anti-Vaccine: “We would absolutely not take the MMR,” the mother said after her daughter ...
huffpost.com/entry/texas-parents-unvaccinated-measles-child-no-regrets_n_67dd5f88e4b0be6b7359ec01
In an interview with Sky News, Israel's ambassador to the UK Tzipi Hotovely was challenged on her claims that Hamas had broken the ceasefire ... Show more
“Israel has categorically violated the ceasefire agreement and continued its genocide of the Palestinian people.”
In an interview with the BBC on Thursday ... Show more
In a debate on the UK's military collaboration with Israel at Westminster Hall on Tuesday, MP Shockat Adam challenged the government on its inaction in the ... Show more
US Department of Education to be closed - | Trump signs executive order: Donald Trump continues to restructure the US government. Now the Department of Education ...
fr.de/politik/us-bildungsministerium-wird-geschlossen-trump-unterzeichnet-anordnung-zr-93638894.html
Judge Boasberg in deportations case says government lawyers 'disrespectful': Judge James Boasberg says the legal questions round the handling of the deportations ...
bbc.com/news/articles/c99n84xdl4zo
Rachel Zegler Plays The Best Live-Action Disney Princess In The Worst Remake: Rachel Zegler proves she was born to play a Disney Princess in the live-action Snow ...
slashfilm.com/1815087/rachel-zegler-snow-white-best-live-action-disney-princess-worst-remake/
Quick Glance: Snow White: A Modern Fairy Tale Reimagined
- Disney's live-action 'Snow White' honors the original story while enriching character depth.
- Rachel Zegler shines as Snow White, embodying a character with agency and a strong personal journey.
- The chemistry between Zegler and Andrew Burnap's character feels genuine, contrasting with typical Disney romances.
- Pasek and Paul's musical contributions impress, though Gal Gadot's performance as the Evil Queen lacks resonance.
California Now Has More EV Chargers Than Gas Pumps: With 25% of new cars sold being electric for the past two years, the state funds new programs and cuts red ...
pcmag.com/news/california-now-has-more-ev-charging-stations-than-gas-pumps
Following Polestar, Lucid Courts Tesla Drivers With $2K Discount: The EV maker seeks to capitalize on anti-Musk sentiment with its new 'Conquest Offer' for Air ...
pcmag.com/news/following-polestar-lucid-courts-tesla-drivers-with-2k-discount
Man fears little brother may be his son after mum raped him: Logan Gifford, 26, was raped by his parent Dorene from the age of 10 to 16.
dailyrecord.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/man-fears-little-brother-son-34909017
“Infantile amnesia” occurs despite babies showing memory activity: It looks like humans actively suppress our earliest memories.
arstechnica.com/science/2025/03/infants-can-form-memories-starting-at-1-but-they-dont-last-until-later/
Rubio bars ex-Argentina president from visiting US, citing ‘significant corruption’
thehill.com/policy/international/5208306-rubio-argentina-corruption-charges-ban/
The latest on Trump’s government overhaul and legal battle over deportation flights
cnn.com/politics/live-news/trump-administration-presidency-news-03-21-2025/
Under threat from Trump, Columbia University agrees to policy changes: Columbia University agreed to implement a host of policy changes, including overhauling ...
apnews.com/article/columbia-university-funding-trump-fa70143c715df8fd4ef337c0e1ccf872
A Palestinian man cries after he finds a child's body in pieces after an Israeli air strike.
Israel resumed bombing Gaza overnight earlier this week ... Show more
IAF intercepts Houthi missile that triggered sirens in Jerusalem, surrounding areas
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-847084
Quick Glance: Houthi Attacks on Israel Amid Escalating US Strikes
- The Houthis launched a missile attack on Israel's Ben Gurion airport as the US ramped up strikes on rebel-held areas in Yemen.
- Claiming the use of a hypersonic missile, the Houthis aimed to destroy the airport, but the Israeli military intercepted it before it entered Israeli territory.
- US President Donald Trump labeled the Houthis as 'barbarians' and threatened an intensified military response, urging Iran to cease its support for the group.
- Following the resumption of Israeli military actions in Gaza, the Houthis escalated their attacks, further complicating the already critical humanitarian situation in the region.
EW 17h
Bill Skarsgård details 'torturous journey' of filming Locked alone in a car
ew.com/bill-skarsgard-details-torturous-journey-of-filming-locked-alone-car-june-squibb-oscars-moment-11700202
Legal community shaken by a powerful law firm's decision to give in to Trump's demands
nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/legal-community-shaken-powerful-law-firm-paul-weiss-trump-rcna197490
Quick Glance: Trump and Paul Weiss: DEI Practices Abandoned
- Donald Trump rescinded an order that revoked the security clearances of law firm Paul Weiss.
- As part of the agreement, Paul Weiss committed to $40 million in pro bono services and to eliminate DEI considerations from its hiring practices.
- The firm had already lost clients due to previous Trump orders threatening their contracts.
- Trump's actions against DEI initiatives also impact other firms like Covington & Burling and Perkins Coie.
The New Republic 20h
Trump Threatens to Deport the “Terrorists” Who Protest Tesla: Donald Trump continues to come running to Elon Musk’s defense.
newrepublic.com/post/193012/donald-trump-threatens-deport-tesla
“O Almighty, bring justice upon the oppressive Zionist occupiers.”
The chief imam and president of Mecca's Grand Mosque, Abdul Rahman al-Sudais ... Show more
USA asks Lithuania for eggs after Finland and Denmark, internet calls it ‘Door to door begging’
hindustantimes.com/trending/europeans-gloat-as-usa-approaches-lithuania-to-export-eggs-door-to-door-begging-101742378501562.html
Southwest flight takeoff canceled after crew mistook Orlando taxiway for runway: A Southwest Airlines flight aborted takeoff at Orlando airport on Thursday after ...
reuters.com/world/us/southwest-flight-cancels-takeoff-after-crew-mistook-orlando-taxiway-runway-2025-03-20/
People are ditching their Teslas in huge numbers as the Elon Musk backlash grows: Teslas trade-ins more than doubled in March from a year ago
qz.com/tesla-trade-in-record-elon-musk-1851771576
People keep putting fake walls in front of Teslas: Kyle Paul responds to Mark Rober’s fake wall vs. Tesla FSD / Autopilot test with one of his own.
theverge.com/news/634130/tesla-fsd-wile-e-coyote-youtube-test-cybertruck
Trump Threatens to Jail Tesla Vandals in El Salvador Prisons: President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador had previously offered to imprison convicted criminals from ...
nytimes.com/2025/03/21/us/politics/trump-tesla-vandalism-prison.html
DHS gutting offices that offer civil rights and immigration liaison services: The Department of Homeland Security said the offices "function as internal ...
cbsnews.com/news/trump-administration-gutting-dhs-civil-rights-branch/
Reports about secret Pentagon meeting: Musk threatens New York Times informants: Media reported that Trump advisor Elon Musk was to be briefed on war scenarios ...
spiegel.de/ausland/usa-elon-musk-droht-informanten-der-new-york-times-a-81d0db88-fec5-4646-9d88-e67794d515e5
Quick Glance: Trump Rejects Reports on Musk and War Plans
- President Trump dismissed reports that Elon Musk was briefed on U.S. military plans for a potential war with China.
- Trump emphasized that such information should not be shared with anyone, especially businesspeople with interests in China.
- Musk, who holds a top-secret security clearance, met with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, raising speculation about the meeting's contents.
- Hegseth described the meeting as 'fantastic' and praised Musk, but did not disclose any details about their discussions.
UK's Heathrow airport says it is open and fully operational: Britain's Heathrow Airport said on Saturday it is open and fully operational ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uks-heathrow-airport-says-it-is-open-fully-operational-2025-03-22/
Tate brothers back in Romania to 'prove their innocence': Influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate face human trafficking and other charges in Romania ...
bbc.com/news/articles/cvgw0w7147vo
UAE commits to $1.4 trillion US investment, White House says: WASHINGTON/DUBAI (Reuters) -The United Arab Emirates has committed to a 10-year, $1 ...
finance.yahoo.com/news/trump-meeting-uae-commits-10-134941173.html
Prince William wears battle gear on visit to British troops in Estonia: Prince William donned battle gear to visit British troops in Estonia on Friday on a trip ...
reuters.com/world/europe/prince-william-wears-battle-gear-visit-british-troops-estonia-2025-03-21/
Parents urged to delay smartphones for children amid ‘alarming’ rise in toxic masculinity - Simon Harris
irishtimes.com/ireland/education/2025/03/21/parents-urged-to-delay-smartphones-for-children-amid-alarming-rise-in-toxic-masculinity-simon-harris/
Judge stops Musk's team from 'unbridled access' to millions of Americans' private data
reuters.com/legal/us-judge-blocks-elon-musks-doge-accessing-social-security-records-2025-03-20/
Video captured the moment Israeli forces blew up Gaza’s Turkish-Palestinian Friendship Hospital and an adjacent medical school over what the military claims ... Show more
JPMorgan makes changes to its diversity programs, memo says: JPMorgan Chase Chief Operating Officer Jenn Piepszak said the bank was making some changes to its ...
reuters.com/business/finance/jpmorgan-makes-changes-its-diversity-programs-memo-says-2025-03-21/
TVP World 18h
Russian agents used risqué pics to blackmail Ukrainian schoolgirl into terror act
tvpworld.com/85735175/russian-agents-used-risqu-pics-to-blackmail-a-ukrainian-schoolgirl-into-terror-act
Trump initiates dissolution of the US Department of Education: US President Trump has signed a decree dissolving the Department of Education ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/amerika/trump-zerschlagung-bildungsministerium-100.html
Elon Musk Was Friends With His 'Black Servants' Growing Up, Father Says: Musk's father told The Washington Post his son wasn't "into political nonsense" as a ...
newsweek.com/elon-musk-black-servants-growing-south-africa-father-2048190
‘Delighted’: School that dismissed Enoch Burke wins inclusivity award: Wilson’s Hospital among 44 schools and centres recognised by LGBTQ+ youth advocacy group ...
irishtimes.com/ireland/education/2025/03/21/delighted-school-that-dismissed-enoch-burke-wins-inclusivity-award/
Greenpeace loss will embolden big oil and gas to pursue protesters: ‘No one will feel safe’
theguardian.com/us-news/2025/mar/21/oil-protest-activism-greenpeace-dakota-pipeline-verdict
Quick Glance: Jury Rules Against Greenpeace in Major Pipeline Case
- A North Dakota jury has found Greenpeace liable for defamation and awarded Energy Transfer, the company behind the Dakota Access Pipeline, hundreds of millions in damages.
- Greenpeace intends to appeal the ruling, viewing it as a significant threat to free speech and protest rights.
- The lawsuit raises critical questions about the limits of free expression in protests and may deter future activism.
- More than 400 environmental organizations have expressed solidarity with Greenpeace, affirming their commitment to continue advocating for environmental justice.
JACOBIN Magazin 22h
"I'd rather be alive than dead": Our columnist Ole Nymoen is being criticized in the press for not going to war for Germany. We asked him what he thinks ...
jacobin.de/artikel/ole-nymoen-bundeswehr-militarisierung-aufruestung-ukraine-russland-krieg-frieden-pazifismus-rheinmetall-waffenlieferungen-antikriegsbewegung
Katherine Ryan: Comedian diagnosed with skin cancer for second time: The star says a doctor initially dismissed her concerns, 20 years after she had her first ...
bbc.com/news/articles/cn04nwyj4k4o
Supporters cheer Holocaust survivor questioned by police over Gaza protest: Protesters gathered on Friday outside a London police station in support of an ...
middleeasteye.net/news/supporters-cheer-holocaust-survivor-quizzed-police-over-gaza-protest
Tesla vandals will end up ‘behind bars’: U.S. attorney general: U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Thursday in the latest public show of support for Elon Musk ...
ctvnews.ca/world/article/tesla-vandals-will-end-up-behind-bars-us-attorney-general/
Istanbul university students stage sit-in after mayor Ekrem Imamoglu’s detention: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
x.com/i/broadcasts/1yoKMogXkNDJQ
IDF will seize Gaza land permanently until Hamas releases hostages, Katz says: "If the hostages are not released, Israel will continue to take more and more ...
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-847025
Amendment to the Basic Law passed: Federal Council approves financial package for defense and infrastructure
n-tv.de/politik/Bundesrat-stimmt-Finanzpaket-fuer-Verteidigung-und-Infrastruktur-zu-article25646430.html
Quick Glance: Bundesrat Faces Key Vote on Financial Package
- The Bundestag approved a historic credit package for defense, infrastructure, and climate protection.
- Implementation requires a two-thirds majority from the federal states, bolstered by the prospect of 100 billion euros for infrastructure.
- Resistance arises from some eastern states and the FDP, while support from Bavaria may prove crucial.
- Legal challenges, including emergency applications from the AfD and FDP, did not halt the Bundesrat's vote, though approval remains contentious.
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