Politics

Swiss investigators are probing oil trader Gunvor over Gabonese contracts. The scandal exposes how old networks persist under new leadership, testing Oligui's reform promises.

Denver spent $110k on a report detailing a police commander's abusive workplace, then hid the findings. Why are leaders avoiding accountability?

Are we losing the ability to tell the difference between feeling offended and being wronged? A look at how the politics of grievance threaten democratic discourse.

pattern bargaining.</p> <h2>Pattern Bargaining and the TWU's Shadow</h2> <p>The LIRR settlement will likely set the template for the MTA's other labor deals. The New York City Transit Authority, the MTA's biggest agency, is currently negotiating with TWU Local 100, which represents about 40,000 subway and bus workers. Their contract expired this month, and they are watching the LIRR talks closely.

The Supreme Court could eliminate mail voting grace periods in 29 states, potentially disenfranchising millions including military voters overseas.

TSA officers work without pay for the third time in six months, with 376 quitting as families face eviction and empty refrigerators while politicians play games with essential workers' lives.

NYC forces major childcare chain to close Manhattan facility after staff abused children with bleach and tape. A rare victory for municipal oversight over corporate negligence.

Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton calls for abolishing ICE, citing punitive enforcement tactics that criminalize immigrant communities rather than supporting pathways to citizenship.

Political gridlock shutdowns threaten cybersecurity operations and TSA services while lawmakers use essential government functions as bargaining chips in election security debate.

Trump's new anti-cartel coalition embraces authoritarian leaders and military solutions, raising serious concerns about democratic governance and human rights in Latin America.

Trump's new Latin American coalition embraces authoritarian leaders and military solutions, raising serious concerns about democratic values and human rights in the region.

Riot Platforms' pivot from Bitcoin to data centers raises critical questions about corporate control over essential energy infrastructure and democratic accountability.

UAE demonstrates exceptional crisis leadership by covering hotel costs for international travelers stranded by regional tensions, setting new standards for human-centered governance.

When crisis hit the UAE, the government's swift response covering stranded travelers' hotel costs revealed what effective governance looks like in practice.

Federal judge blocks Trump refugee detention policy in Minnesota, calling it a betrayal of America's promises to those fleeing persecution and a violation of constitutional principles.

Federal judge extends protection for Minnesota refugees, blocking Trump administration's policy requiring detention of legal refugees awaiting green cards.

Dashcam footage shows former WWE chief Vince McMahon driving over 100 mph before crashing, yet receiving minimal penalties that highlight justice system inequalities.

Dashcam footage of Vince McMahon's 100+ mph highway crash reveals troubling disparities in how our justice system treats wealthy defendants versus ordinary citizens.

Team USA women's hockey captain Hilary Knight calls Trump's joke about the team 'distasteful,' saying it overshadows historic Olympic achievements and highlights broader issues.

Governor Tim Walz praised Minnesota's resilience after federal immigration operation ends, demanding accountability for damages while celebrating community solidarity.