Concealed opioid issue: How a synthetic opioid is taking advantage of the debate over kratom in America

During my time as CDC Director, I saw how quickly new substances can disrupt our public health systems. I need to highlight a pressing issue today: a potent synthetic opioid masquerading as natural kratom. Having spent decades as a virologist studying how pathogens evolve, I see a similar trend with dangerous substances that learn to […]
HBO host challenges actor about discussions with Castro and Chavez during intense debate

Bill Maher and Sean Penn Clash Over Trump Meeting This week, HBO’s Bill Maher took aim at actor Sean Penn, accusing him of being hypocritical for criticizing a meeting with President Donald Trump. The encounter occurred during an episode of Maher’s podcast, “Club Random,” where Maher challenged Penn after the actor pointed out he didn’t […]
Socialist is Now a Leading Candidate in NYC Mayoral Race After Final Debate with Cuomo

Mayoral Race Heats Up Between Cuomo and Mamdani It seems that Zoran Mamdani, a long-time candidate, has emerged as a significant contender in the New York City mayoral race. After the fall of former Governor Andrew Cuomo, Mamdani is no longer alone at the top of the pack. Recent polling indicates a shift: Mamdani, a […]
Results of the NYC mayoral debate: Panelists assess the candidates

Cuomo Faces Tough Debate, Yet Remains Frontrunner In the final mayoral debate, ex-Governor Andrew Cuomo took some hard hits from rivals Zoran Mamdani and Brad Lander. Political analysts, however, believe these critiques won’t jeopardize his leading position for the Democratic nomination. Interestingly, while Mamdani emerged as a significant challenger, he and others aimed several sharp […]
Andrew Cuomo and Zohran Mamdani engage in heated personal insults during intense NYC Democratic mayoral debate

In a fiery debate on Sunday, leading candidates for the New York City mayoralty, Andrew Cuomo and Zoran Mamdani, exchanged sharp criticisms. This encounter, held at John Jay College, proved to be more intense than their previous debate. Mamdani, a socialist MP from Queens, quickly targeted Cuomo, who was already under scrutiny for his past. […]
Stefanik challenges Hochul on the migrant crisis in an intense debate

Congressional Hearing on Immigration Policies in New York WASHINGTON, DC — During a tense Congressional hearing on sanctuary policies, Rep. Elise Stefanik and Governor Kathy Hochul confronted the ongoing immigration crisis affecting New York. Stefanik, a Republican from New York, who is eyeing a political partnership with Hochul in the 2026 elections, pressed the governor […]
Struggling candidates for mayor prepare to challenge Trump in their last debate

Final Democratic Debate Focuses on Trump and Mayoral Candidates On Thursday night, the upcoming Democratic debate may take a sharp turn toward President Trump as candidates vie for attention. Andrew Cuomo’s campaign has struggled to resonate with voters, according to experts, despite attempts to reignite interest. Cuomo and runner-up Zohran Mamdani seem eager to capitalize […]
The Memo: Trump’s National Guard actions increase debate about upcoming military parade

Debate Intensifies Ahead of Washington Military Parade There’s a growing wave of national discontent surrounding the upcoming military parade in Washington, coinciding with a tense situation in Los Angeles. Formally, the parade celebrates the Army’s 250th anniversary, but it also falls on President Trump’s birthday, June 14. This overlap has fueled criticism, particularly from liberal […]
New York City mayoral candidate with little chance files lawsuit to participate in final debate, alleges donors were wrongly turned away.

Michael Blake Sues for Debate Inclusion Michael Blake, a longshot candidate for mayor, is taking legal action against the city’s campaign finance agency as he makes a final effort to qualify for a Democratic debate scheduled for later this week. Blake, who many believe had a strong performance in last week’s initial debate, alleges that […]
Coco Gauff stirs debate by referring to Trump’s election as a ‘low point’ in the US

Coco Gauff Wins French Open, Reflects on American Representation Coco Gauff made history by becoming the first American woman to win the French Open in a decade. Her victory came after a thrilling match against world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, which ended in three sets. When asked about the significance of representing the U.S. on […]