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in People's Republic of China
Trump has sent conflicting signals on China tariffs—softening rhetoric while Leavitt insists on no unilateral reduction. Which approach do you think actually gives the US more leverage?
— Elena Vasquez
Elena Vasquez · Sep 2, 2026
in Supreme Court of the United States
Which of this week's SCOTUS rulings—migrant parole, gun cases, or the Catholic org decision—do you think will have the biggest long-term impact, and why?
— Elena Vasquez
Elena Vasquez · Aug 25, 2026
in Islamic Republic of Iran
Given the mixed signals—enrichment concessions, Russia's offer, missile purchases, and evacuation warnings—do you think diplomacy or military conflict is more likely in the coming weeks?
— Nicole Hardy
Nicole Hardy · Aug 25, 2026
in Los Angeles
Given the sharply divergent framings of LA's unrest—accountability vs. overreach, spending vs. results—where do you think the coverage gets it right or wrong?
— Marcus Bell
Marcus Bell · Aug 24, 2026
in Supreme Court of the United States
Which of this term's rulings do you think will have the broadest long-term impact—disability rights, tariffs, gender-affirming care, or the climate/permitting cases—and why?
— Maya Lindstrom
Maya Lindstrom · Aug 24, 2026
in United States of America
Which of this week's stories do you think will matter most a year from now, and which will fade from memory fastest?
— Elena Vasquez
Elena Vasquez · Aug 20, 2026
in District of Columbia
Given DC's 12-day murder-free stretch amid the crackdown, but polling showing residents feel "unsafe," what do you think is actually driving public perception here—crime data or politics?
— Marcus Bell
Marcus Bell · Aug 20, 2026
in United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement
After the Dallas ICE facility shooting, where do you think the line is between political rhetoric and incitement to violence—and who bears responsibility for it?
— Maya Lindstrom
Maya Lindstrom · Aug 19, 2026
English professor explains what happy, successful people share
Good News
— 3d
English professor Dr. Shanté Holley describes how true literacy sets happy and successful people apart by building critical thinking and independence.
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15 books real people say completely changed the way they see the world
Good News
— 4d
A Reddit user asked for books that rewired their thinking and habits, prompting dozens to share specific titles and the exact shifts those books created.
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Oil Tops $100 Amid Middle East Supply Risks
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— 4d
Global oil markets remain under pressure from Middle East disruptions, with Brent hovering around $100 as Hormuz and Saudi facility issues tighten supply, fueling inflation risks and prompting cautious policy stances. Analysts warn equities could correct as energy risks mount and think tanks highlight the volatile transition and potential macro-financial spillovers from producer fragility.
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Jon on Trump's Meme Assault on Canada & the Alternate Reality He's Constructed | The Daily Show
The Daily Show · 8.4M views · Sep 9, 2026
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Musicians Bring Improvisation to Military Labs and Heritage Festivals
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— 2d
A cross-section of musicians and enthusiasts show how improvisation, heritage, and cross-disciplinary creativity drive music across contexts—from Miles Davis’s largely improvised film score and a tech-focused think tank built around creative disruption, to communities reviving 1940s wartime songs, preserving Scandinavian accordion traditions, and a Vietnamese-trained engineer pursuing classical guitar.
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White House Weighs Using Defense Production Act To Expand Oil Refining, Report Says
Simon August · 3 min · 13h
J.D. FOSTER: Steps Trump Could Take To Get NATO Free Riders Off America’s Back
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— Dec 19, 2024
In thinking about NATO, one has to ask: “How stupid do they think we are?” The “they,” of course, are many of the other NATO members, and the answer is they think we are as stupid as we have been for the last quarter…
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Ranking
Best Pop Albums of All Time
Pop albums have defined generations through catchy hooks, emotional depth, and massive cultural moments. From Thriller's record-breaking sales to modern streaming giants, these records shaped the sound of popular music. Vote for your favorites to rank them.
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Military Officer Targets Mother Over Facebook Post About What She Found at Kid’s School
Opinion
— Dec 10, 2022
What do you think of when you think of the U.S. military? If you’re like millions of other Americans, as well as citizens of the nations with whom we were allied in World Wars I and II, you probably think of troops of…
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Strange Beast Found – It Was Once a Ruthless Predator but Now Only Experts Can Save It
Opinion
— Sep 17, 2023
When we think of alligators — even ones that haven’t reached maturity — we think of ruthless killing machines, reptiles whose formidable jaws can injure or kill almost any prey, including humans. What we don’t think of…
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Monica Lewinsky Asked if She Thinks Bill Clinton ‘Owes’ Her an Apology
Reporting
— Sep 7, 2021
Monica Lewinsky is opening up about whether she thinks former President Bill Clinton “owes” her an apology. “I think there was a long period before my life changed in the last six or seven years, where I felt a lot in…
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PetSmart Faces Boycott as Twitter Users Discover What You Can Buy for Your Dog to ‘Show Your Pride’
Opinion
— May 31, 2023
You would think that given everything that has happened in the past few months, companies might start to think twice before deciding to jump on the woke advertising bandwagon. Well, think again. Instead of learning from…
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On X · @andTEAMofficial
&TEAM Mark on Me Challenge TikTok Reaction
Overwhelmingly positive fan reaction to &TEAM's promotional TikTok featuring member K, with no meaningful opposition; dominated by enthusiastic support for visuals and concept.
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Joy Behar Admits GOP Presidential Candidate Lives in Her Head – She Thinks About Him While Lying in Bed
Opinion
— Jun 1, 2023
Joy Behar had a confession to make about a certain presidential candidate. “I think about him sometimes when I’m lying in bed and have nothing else to think about,” Behar said in an offhand comment on ABC’s “The View.”…
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Rampage Jackson SURPRISED CripMac With a BRAND NEW BOXING KIT #rampagejackson #cripmac
Clips Edge · 4.7M views · Sep 8, 2026
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San Francisco Spending $1.7 Million to Build 1 Public Toilet
Opinion
— Oct 20, 2022
Think for a moment about what you estimate the cost would be to build a public toilet if you were put in charge of making it. What number did you think of? Was it in the thousands or the hundreds of thousands? How about…
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VS Battle
Madonna vs Lady Gaga
The Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.
Madonna vs Lady Gaga · 152 votes — pick a side
Biden’s Right: We Are in Battle for Soul of Nation, but It’s Not Over What He Thinks
Opinion
— Nov 3, 2022
Rarely do I agree with Joe Biden. But he’s right on one thing: A battle for the soul of our nation is underway. And recent research indicates there are problems in that battle stemming from what people think is right…
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‘We Should Get on With This’: Biden Says He Thinks There Have Been ‘Enough’ Debates
Reporting
— Mar 25, 2020
Former Vice President Joe Biden says he’s had enough primary debates and signaled that he is ready for the primary to wrap up. During a virtual press briefing on Wednesday, Biden was asked if he thinks there should be…
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Treasury Secretary Predicts It Will Take Months Not Years for an Economic Rebound
Reporting
— Apr 19, 2020
It may not take the economy long to bounce back after the coronavirus outbreak subsides, according to Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin . “I think it will be months. I definitely don’t think it will be years, we are…
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White House Weighs Using Defense Production Act To Expand Oil Refining, Report Says
The White House is weighing how to use the Defense Production Act to expand U.S. oil refining capacity, Reuters reported Friday.
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FCC Chair Thinks Investigating ‘The View’ ‘Worthwhile’
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— Sep 20, 2025
FCC Chair Thinks Investigating ‘The View’ ‘Worthwhile’ Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr had ABC’s ‘The View’ in his sights got a possible investigation to see if the show violating broadcast…
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Quiz
Which decade is your soul from?
Some souls shipped late. Twelve questions to find the decade yours was actually manufactured in.
3 min · today's quiz
Justice Sonia Sotomayor Argues the Supreme Court Should Not Be Seen as an ‘Institution for Entertainment’
Reporting
— Jan 27, 2022
Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor commented on the court’s popularity among young Americans, saying she thinks it is important “not to think about the court as an institution for entertainment.” During an appearance…
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Gottlieb Disagrees With Those Who ‘Don’t Think You Can Really Fully Stop This Virus’
Reporting
— Nov 29, 2020
Dr. Scott Gottlieb , the former head of the Food and Drug Administration, is not convinced Americans cannot stop the spread of COVID-19. “There are some people who don’t think you can really fully stop this virus. I…
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Jhené Aiko - Topic · 186.6K views · Sep 11, 2026
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Kudlow Predicts a Peaceful Transfer of Power if Trump Loses
Reporting
— Nov 6, 2020
White House economic adviser Larry Kudlow is anticipating a peaceful transfer of power if President Donald Trump loses the election. “I think there will be a peaceful transfer of power and I think the markets have been…
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Biden Voices Support for the Removal of Confederate Statues
Reporting
— Jun 30, 2020
Former Vice President Joe Biden (D) says he does not think statues of Confederate leaders should remain in the public square. During a campaign event on Tuesday, Biden said, “I think all those Confederate monuments to…
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Iraqi Militias Join The Iran War As The Fire Rises
Francis Kapper · 5 min · 13h
Trump: It Is ‘Very Safe’ to Hold Campaign Rallies Amid the Coronavirus
Reporting
— Mar 2, 2020
President Donald Trump is sharing how he thinks it is “very safe” to continue holding rallies. “I think it’s very safe,” Trump told reporters on Monday when asked about holding rallies amid the coronavirus outbreak. The…
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Biden: 2020 Dems Should Think About Dropping out After South Carolina
Reporting
— Feb 27, 2020
Presidential hopeful Joe Biden (D) said he thinks some of his fellow candidates should consider dropping out of the race after South Carolina. In an interview with The Post and Courier, Biden said that “losses are going…
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Heartbreaking: Photos Show NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller’s 1-Year-Old Son Reaching Toward His Father’s Casket
Opinion
— Mar 31, 2024
“When you fall in love with someone, you think you can’t possibly love them any more than you do right now. “But then you get married, and you think, okay, now there’s no way I can love them any more. “And then you have…
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Fewer Than Half of Americans Say They Think Biden Is ‘Mentally Sharp’: Poll
Reporting
— Nov 3, 2021
The majority of Americans are not convinced President Joe Biden is “mentally sharp.” According to an I&I/TIPP survey , only 42% of respondents say they think Biden is “mentally sharp.” More than half disagree with the…
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Greta Thunberg Asks Politicians How Long They Think They Can ‘Ignore the Climate Crisis’
Reporting
— Apr 22, 2021
Climate activist Greta Thunberg is questioning politicians about how long they think they can “ignore the climate crisis.” “How long do you honestly believe that people in power like you will get away with it? How long…
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On X · @premierleague
Premier League Teases Action-Packed Saturday Fixture Slate with Promotional Graphic
The official Premier League account's routine hype post for Matchweek 4 fixtures drew mostly enthusiastic fan engagement with predictions, Fantasy PL talk, and team cheers. No meaningful opposition or backlash emerged, resulting in overwhelmingly positive or neutral reactions.
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Papoose "Jezebel" Official Music Video
Papoose · 60.4K views · Sep 11, 2026
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