US Unions Winning Big Gains Amid ‘Great Reset’ in Worker Power (portside.org)
The Loss of Grace - In Vermont’s juvenile lockup, a girl endured violence and isolation. She wasn’t the only one. And it was no secret. (www.sevendaysvt.com)
Be warned, this article has a lot of traumatizing details. Brief excerpt,...
Inside ICE’s Database for Finding ‘Derogatory’ Online Speech (www.404media.co)
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has used a system called Giant Oak Search Technology (GOST) to help the agency scrutinize social media posts, determine if they are “derogatory” to the U.S., and then use that information as part of immigration enforcement, according to a new cache of documents reviewed by 404 Media....
In Pittsburgh Region, Criminal Justice Reformers Face Off Against Old Guard (boltsmag.org)
After coasting to reelection for decades with barely any opposition, District Attorney Stephen Zappala lost the May Democratic primary against Matt Dugan, the county’s chief public defender. But Zappala is now running as a Republican in a rematch against Dugan....
She Heeded Biden’s Warning to Migrants. Will She Regret It? (www.nytimes.com)
… Ms. Cuauro took the Biden administration’s message to heart: The journey north is incredibly dangerous. Don’t risk it. Stop, and apply to come to the United States the legal way....
FBI, DHS warn of U.S. hate crimes increase amid Israel-Hamas war (www.politico.com)
Federal law enforcement officials warned on Wednesday that Israel’s ongoing war with Palestinian militants could encourage more hate crimes in the U.S....
Mike Johnson Said Same-Sex Marriage Would Lead to People Marrying Their Pets, Wanted to Sentence Abortion Doctors to “Hard Labor” (www.vanityfair.com)
By now you’ve likely heard that Representative Mike Johnson—the congressman Republicans finally elected as the new Speaker of the House after 22 days of chaos—played a significant role in the plot to overturn the 2020 election, a lowlight on his résumé that is obviously deeply concerning for the future of democracy. Also...
A mother reported her son missing in March. Police kept the truth from her for months. (www.nbcnews.com)
Bettersten Wade’s search for her adult son ended when she discovered that an officer had run him over — and without telling her, authorities buried him in a pauper’s field.
Modalert 200mg | Modafinil | Health Matter (lemmy.ca)
Modalert 200mg is a popular Modafinil brand that belongs to a drug class called Nootropic. It acts in the central nervous system and provides wakefulness and activeness. People struggling with extreme sleepiness are advised to take Modalert 200mg tablets. Modalert tablets begin action within 30 minutes of intake and stays the...
Ford, UAW reach tentative deal to end strike including record pay raise (www.reuters.com)
The proposed accord, which UAW’s leadership must still approve, provides a 25% wage hike over the 4-1/2-year contract, starting with an initial increase of 11%....
Common Problems with Toyota Vehicles: A Comprehensive Guide (lemmy.sdf.org)
Toyota, the renowned Japanese car manufacturer, has established itself as one of the most popular car brands worldwide. With a rich history dating back to the 1930s, Toyota has introduced a wide range of models and designs that have stood the test of time....
Anti-Semitic incidents in US up about 400% since Israel-Hamas war began: Report (www.straitstimes.com)
Antisemitic incidents in the United States rose by about 400% in slightly over two weeks since war broke out in the Middle East after Palestinian Islamist group Hamas attacked Israel on Oct. 7, advocacy group Anti-Defamation League (ADL) said Wednesday. Read more at straitstimes.com.
California governor signs law barring schoolbook bans based on racial, gender teachings (apnews.com)
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill to ban school boards from rejecting textbooks based on their teachings about the contributions of people from different racial backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities.
Robert Card: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know (heavy.com)
Robert Card of Bowdoin, Maine, is the Lewiston active shooter suspect.
18 people dead and suspect at large after shootings in area of Lewiston, Maine, authorities say (www.cnn.com)
New note dropped by Lewiston mass shooting suspect shows that he was motivated by islamaphobia (cinchnews.com)
Health care workers report increase in burnout, harassment since the COVID pandemic: CDC (abcnews.go.com)
Health care workers are facing a severe mental health crisis, according to a new survey published Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention....
Police say there’s an active shooter in Lewiston, Maine, and they are investigating multiple scenes (www.politico.com)
Robert Davis, accused killer of [journalist and LGBTQ activist] Josh Kruger, surrenders to police (www.inquirer.com)
Lewiston, Maine shootings leave at least 16 dead (www.cnn.com)
Well, We Have a Speaker. He’s an Election Denier and an Extreme Christian Fundamentalist. (newrepublic.com)
Autoworkers reach a deal with Ford, a breakthrough toward ending strikes against Detroit automakers (apnews.com)
Celtic fans defy club and display Palestine flags for Champions League clash at Parkhead (www.rte.ie)
The displays will inevitably lead to UEFA disciplinary action against Celtic, given the European governing body has already fined the club for fans flying Palestine flags on previous occasions.
Va. police investigate after pig mask, 'I Can't Breathe' shirt found in police car (www.npr.org)
The three words "I Can't Breathe" refer to what some police brutality victims, like George Floyd, Eric Garner and Manuel Ellis, said before their untimely deaths at the hands of law enforcement.