Justin Streight

Climate Change Revives World War 2-Era Anthrax Outbreak In Siberia

A 12-year-old boy has died in Siberia, along with 2,300 reindeer, all because of a long-dormant strain of anthrax that was released by a sudden change in climate. The outbreak is one of the strangest, and maybe the scariest, reminders of the unknown consequences of climate change as the world plows ahead towards even hotter […]

8y ago

Why Donald Trump Is Afraid Of A Rigged Election

Donald Trump recently gave a somber warning to Republicans, telling them that if they don’t watch carefully, the election could be rigged against them. The warning isn’t the first time Trump has alluded to an unfair process, in the primaries he also said the GOP was rigged although he ultimately won the nomination. But the […]

8y ago

Vladimir Putin

Donald Trump Fumbles On Crimea Issue, Will ‘Look Into’ Russian Claims

Donald Trump is taking heat again, this time over comments on Crimea. The GOP candidate said that he would look into recognizing Crimea as part of Russia, even hinting that he’s leaning towards accepting Russia’s claim to the territory. That would be a major shift in U.S. foreign policy, and Trump’s campaign officials are coming […]

8y ago

Donald Trump|jeff sessions

Jeff Sessions Defends Donald Trump’s Soul Against Khazir Khan

Republican Senator Jeff Sessions from Alabama came out with a strong defense of Donald Trump, responding to comments that the GOP candidate has a “black soul” from Khazir Khan, the Muslim father of a fallen U.S. soldier. More than that, Sessions even suggested that Trump’s allegedly softer stance on Putin is a good thing. Khan […]

8y ago

Donald Trump

Trump Chairman Paul Manafort Denies Softening GOP Platform For Russia

Donald Trump’s campaign chairman, Paul Manafort, is denying softening the Republican platform to accommodate Russia and Vladimir Putin. The GOP candidate has been under intense scrutiny for possible connections to Moscow. Manafort – who allegedly worked for Viktor Yanukovych, Ukraine’s ousted President and Putin ally – is one of many potential liabilities in the Trump-Putin […]

8y ago

Loreal Tsingine Shooting: Navajo Woman’s Death By Police Under Scrutiny By Feds

The Justice Department will investigate the police shooting of Loreal Tsingine, a Native American woman who was accused of shoplifting. Local law enforcement ruled that the shooting was justified, but tribal activists disagree, claiming that Tsingine’s death is another example of race-based police violence. The number of Native Americans shot by police has recently skyrocketed, […]

8y ago

bernie sanders|Debbie Wasserman Schultz|hillary clinton

Bernie Sanders Calls Schultz Resignation ‘Right Decision,’ DNC Convention Unity In Peril

Bernie Sanders released a statement calling DNC Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz’s decision resignation the “right decision.” Of course, it might be more of a job change, since she’s already accepted an “honorary” position with the Hillary Clinton campaign. That might cost the presidential candidate as progressives still struggle with their limited general election choices. Bernie […]

8y ago

Donald Trump|jon stewart|roger ailes|sean hannity

Sean Hannity Calls Jon Stewart ‘A Fool’ In Profanity-Laced On-Air Attack

Sean Hannity has answered back to Jon Stewart’s take-down of Donald Trump, Fox News, and others, calling the former Daily Show host a “fool” and an “idiot” on the air. Stewart fought against Fox News, often calling out hypocritical reporting, for many years from his Daily Show desk. A lot has changed since he left […]

8y ago

Update: No THC In Colorado Town’s Drinking Water, Restrictions Lifted

After a two-day scare, official tests show there is no THC (the psycho-active chemical in marijuana) in the water supply of Hugo, a small farming town in Colorado. How did the paranoia start in the first place? That question hasn’t been completely answered, but for now, the people are safe. The sheriff’s office reported that […]

8y ago

Over 6,000 Detained In Turkey’s Crackdown, Allies Worry About Post-Coup ‘Purge’

Turkey’s President, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, is leading a crackdown on his political opponents in the wake of a military coup that may have almost taken his life. As many as 6,000 face detention while the President reasserts his power and goes after a Muslim cleric and former ally. Meanwhile, NATO allies worry about the fragile […]

8y ago

Jake Tapper|john kerry

CNN’s Jake Tapper Calls Out John Kerry, ISIS Not ‘On The Run’

CNN’s Jake Tapper recently pressed Secretary of State John Kerry after he said that ISIS was “on the run.” After a recent spat of ISIS-inspired terrorist attacks, the comments by the chief diplomat might seem difficult to believe, but Kerry insists that they’ve got the terrorist organization in a tight spot. According to Real Clear […]

8y ago

hillary clinton

Donald Trump’s Pursuit Of Illegal Foreign Campaign Donations ‘Unprecedented’

Donald Trump’s campaign is still soliciting for illegal foreign campaign donations from the U.K. and Australia, despite warnings from the FEC. Although much of U.S. campaign finance law is murky, taking money from foreign individuals, especially ones employed in foreign governments, is not. Many of the recipients are wondering how they even got on Trump’s […]

8y ago

Black Lives Matter|nra

NRA Slammed For Racial Double Standard After Philando Castile’s Death

The National Rifle Association (NRA) has always been a fierce defender of gun rights, until now, according to some members. The shooting death of Philando Castile has started an internal fight within the organization, with many saying the NRA has a double standard for African American gun owners. According to Philando Castile’s girlfriend Diamond Reynolds, […]

8y ago

hillary clinton

Bernie Sanders Delegates Lose, Amendment Against TPP Trade Deal Fails

Bernie Sanders has gone from fighting for every last delegate in the primaries to fighting for every last sentence in the DNC platform. His attempts to get Democrats to reject the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal have failed, but he’s counting victories in campaign finance reform, the minimum wage, and even Wall Street reform. Sanders […]

8y ago

Russia Expels Two U.S. Diplomats After Bizarre Embassy Assault

The Russian government has expelled two U.S. diplomats, according to a recent announcement. The expulsion comes just a few weeks after having their own diplomats kicked out of U.S. territory. What started as a bizarre assault in Moscow still seems to be escalating into a tit-for-tat diplomatic face-off. In the meantime, NATO is sending troops […]

8y ago

California’s New Vaccine Law Takes Effect, Anti-Vaxxers Consider Moving

A strict new vaccine law, signed by California’s governor Jerry Brown last year, recently came into effect. The measure eliminates religious and other exemptions for school children. The state has been roiled in vaccine-related controversies, and the new measure promises to reignite debate on both sides. California is home to a strong anti-vaccine movement, it […]

8y ago

hillary clinton

Donald Trump’s Tweet Called Anti-Semitic, Too Offensive To Stay Online

Donald Trump’s Twitter account has always sent out controversial material, but it’s pretty rare for the presidential candidate to delete a post. He recently crossed the line with a tweet that some are calling anti-Semitic. According to CNN, Trump deleted the offending tweet on Saturday after receiving an avalanche of complaints. Naturally, few things on […]

8y ago

Donald Trump|hillary clinton

Hillary Clinton’s News Alliance: ‘Don’t Say You Were Blackmailed’

Hillary Clinton’s emails have gotten in her way before the FBI investigation. In one message from 2009, an aide to the former secretary of State dictated terms to the political editor at the Atlantic. When Gawker revealed the exchange, the Atlantic admitted that the article went against their editorial standards, but still has done nothing […]

8y ago

Brexit Fallout: Scotland Takes Steps To Leave The U.K.

The U.K. has voted to leave the EU, and in return, Scotland looks ready to leave the U.K. The Brexit will have many consequences, but Scottish independence might be the most extreme. According to NBC News, Scottish leaders started efforts for a new referendum to leave the U.K. shortly after the Brexit vote was confirmed, […]

8y ago

What This Italian Pianist Did To Protect The Arctic Is Stunning [Video]

Italian pianist Ludovico Einaudi cares a lot about climate change and Arctic protection, and his latest demonstration was stunning, even a little frightening. Einaudi is the mind behind famous film scores and the music featured in trailers, including The Intouchables and I’m Still Here, but his latest work was done with Greenpeace. To bring attention […]

8y ago