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The United States fell to a new low in 2024 on an index that tracks perception of global public-sector corruption, published Tuesday by the anti-corruption watchdog Transparency International.
U.S. hits new low on global corruption index amid concern over courts
Denmark topped the latest Corruption Perceptions Index, with a score of 90 out of 100. South Sudan fell to the bottom spot, with a score of 8.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 13, 2025 at 2:33 AM
The United States fell to a new low in 2024 on an index that tracks perception of global public-sector corruption, published Tuesday by the anti-corruption watchdog Transparency International.
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The United States State Department is now planning to spend $400 million in taxpayer money to buy Tesla Cybertrucks.
Trump's Federal Buyout Program Closes After Judge Signs Off: Live Updates
www.nytimes.com
February 13, 2025 at 3:18 AM
The United States State Department is now planning to spend $400 million in taxpayer money to buy Tesla Cybertrucks.
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Whose the cuck now
February 13, 2025 at 3:48 AM
Whose the cuck now
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uhhh kinda feels like maybe they should publish those birds flu studies?
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
CDC scientific report resumes publication after unprecedented pause
But three studies about bird flu remain on hold even as the outbreak spreads.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 12, 2025 at 11:50 PM
uhhh kinda feels like maybe they should publish those birds flu studies?
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
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Some stunning remarks from Menendez outside court: “President Trump was right. This process is political, and it’s corrupted to the core. I hope President Trump cleans up the cesspool and restores the integrity to the system.”
January 29, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Some stunning remarks from Menendez outside court: “President Trump was right. This process is political, and it’s corrupted to the core. I hope President Trump cleans up the cesspool and restores the integrity to the system.”
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PLEASE NOTE: Bribes are now called "settlements."
January 29, 2025 at 10:59 PM
PLEASE NOTE: Bribes are now called "settlements."
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For the love of God, if I see one more ',grow your own food' hot take.
Sure, for occasional fresh herbs or a few veggies.
Nobody is growing to their entire caloric intake in an apartment or on a balcony.
Sure, for occasional fresh herbs or a few veggies.
Nobody is growing to their entire caloric intake in an apartment or on a balcony.
January 29, 2025 at 12:32 AM
For the love of God, if I see one more ',grow your own food' hot take.
Sure, for occasional fresh herbs or a few veggies.
Nobody is growing to their entire caloric intake in an apartment or on a balcony.
Sure, for occasional fresh herbs or a few veggies.
Nobody is growing to their entire caloric intake in an apartment or on a balcony.
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A new strain of avian influenza has been identified for the first time in the United States, raising concerns that the virus is transforming in a way that could eventually cause wider outbreaks among humans.
Rare bird flu strain found in California raises potential of wider spread
First U.S. detection of virulent H5N9 strain, at a California duck farm, draws scrutiny as evidence of genetic reassortment that could trigger human outbreaks.
wapo.st
January 29, 2025 at 4:13 PM
A new strain of avian influenza has been identified for the first time in the United States, raising concerns that the virus is transforming in a way that could eventually cause wider outbreaks among humans.
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The billionaire Wall Street CEO fielded questions about tariffs, China's AI progress, broadband access, allegiance to Trump and the revival of American mining and semiconductor production.
Trump's pick for Commerce Secretary is Howard Lutnick. Here's what to know
The billionaire Wall Street CEO fielded questions about tariffs, China's AI progress, broadband access, allegiance to Trump and the revival of American mining and semiconductor production.
www.npr.org
January 29, 2025 at 10:14 PM
The billionaire Wall Street CEO fielded questions about tariffs, China's AI progress, broadband access, allegiance to Trump and the revival of American mining and semiconductor production.
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some america first beers spotted in denmark:
January 29, 2025 at 10:27 PM
some america first beers spotted in denmark:
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Wow. Caroline Kennedy breaks her silence on RFK Jr in a message to Senators: “We grew up together. It’s no surprise that he keeps birds of prey as pets because Bobby himself is a predator. He enjoyed showing off by putting baby chickens & mice in a blender to feed to his hawks.”
January 28, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Wow. Caroline Kennedy breaks her silence on RFK Jr in a message to Senators: “We grew up together. It’s no surprise that he keeps birds of prey as pets because Bobby himself is a predator. He enjoyed showing off by putting baby chickens & mice in a blender to feed to his hawks.”
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Jim Acosta announces on air that he's leaving CNN and says, "it is never a good time to bow down to a tyrant ... don't give in to the lies."
January 28, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Jim Acosta announces on air that he's leaving CNN and says, "it is never a good time to bow down to a tyrant ... don't give in to the lies."
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This is quite the hearing. RFK Jr. claiming he didn’t say things (that are on video) about COVID targeting certain ethnicities & chemicals causing kids to “turn” transgender while refusing to commit to not personally benefiting financially from vaccine lawsuits. What a time we’re living in. 🤦♀️
January 29, 2025 at 5:13 PM
This is quite the hearing. RFK Jr. claiming he didn’t say things (that are on video) about COVID targeting certain ethnicities & chemicals causing kids to “turn” transgender while refusing to commit to not personally benefiting financially from vaccine lawsuits. What a time we’re living in. 🤦♀️
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered an investigation into retired general Mark Milley — who often clashed with President Trump — and determine whether he should be reduced in rank.
Hegseth strips Milley of his security detail, orders investigation into his conduct
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered an investigation into retired general Mark Milley — who often clashed with President Trump — and determine whether he should be reduced in rank.
www.npr.org
January 29, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered an investigation into retired general Mark Milley — who often clashed with President Trump — and determine whether he should be reduced in rank.
Silverlake workout after all that cold rainy weather FTW!
January 29, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Silverlake workout after all that cold rainy weather FTW!
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Fuck Pete Hegseth.
January 25, 2025 at 3:13 AM
Fuck Pete Hegseth.
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Mitch McConnell wouldn’t have to vote no on dangerous cabinet picks if he’d done his damn job in 2021.
January 25, 2025 at 8:54 AM
Mitch McConnell wouldn’t have to vote no on dangerous cabinet picks if he’d done his damn job in 2021.
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Speaking of healthcare. Let's make @bsky.app the platform that fights misinformation. Some great follows are @drsusanoliver.bsky.social @jsm2334.bsky.social @therealtruther.bsky.social
Let's get them more followers and engagement than other platforms and let health science accounts find a home
Let's get them more followers and engagement than other platforms and let health science accounts find a home
January 25, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Speaking of healthcare. Let's make @bsky.app the platform that fights misinformation. Some great follows are @drsusanoliver.bsky.social @jsm2334.bsky.social @therealtruther.bsky.social
Let's get them more followers and engagement than other platforms and let health science accounts find a home
Let's get them more followers and engagement than other platforms and let health science accounts find a home
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Oh, come on! At the inauguration? Are you f*cking ketamine with this?
January 20, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Oh, come on! At the inauguration? Are you f*cking ketamine with this?
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Today, honor a King, not a Felon. #mlkday2025
January 20, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Today, honor a King, not a Felon. #mlkday2025
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Sen. Raphael Warnock holds the same pulpit Martin Luther King Jr. once preached from. He told Morning Edition that "your life's project should be longer and larger than your lifespan."
Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock reflects on MLK Jr.'s teachings, legacy
Sen. Raphael Warnock holds the same pulpit Martin Luther King Jr. once preached from. He told Morning Edition that "your life's project should be longer and larger than your lifespan."
www.npr.org
January 20, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Sen. Raphael Warnock holds the same pulpit Martin Luther King Jr. once preached from. He told Morning Edition that "your life's project should be longer and larger than your lifespan."
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Well folks the day has finally arrived and while we all tried to warn them he was a wolf, the sheep refused to listen. I now accept that I am part of the #Opposition and I will be fierce. I have no fucks left to give for anyone that voted for this chaos, you’re on your own. Good luck!!
January 20, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Well folks the day has finally arrived and while we all tried to warn them he was a wolf, the sheep refused to listen. I now accept that I am part of the #Opposition and I will be fierce. I have no fucks left to give for anyone that voted for this chaos, you’re on your own. Good luck!!
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Finally! We now know the backstory to this classic "Planet of the Apes" ending.
January 20, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Finally! We now know the backstory to this classic "Planet of the Apes" ending.