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Allie Beth Stuckey loses it over “toxic empathy” criticism
Allie Beth Stuckey, the far-right commentator and host of “Relatable,” is weaponizing her gender to sell the twisted idea that we need less empathy--not more. In this video, I explain why her philosophy is about power and control. Joining me is Tim Whit...
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Allie Beth Stuckey says empathy is “toxic.” In the latest episode of #StandingRoomOnly, @amandamarcotte.bsky.social breaks down why that philosophy is about power and control. Watch the premiere now.👇 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l45PAQ02B5o
A new wave of chefs is refreshing Catalan staples with sharp technique and playful confidence.
Barcelona's bold new food frontier
A new wave of chefs is refreshing Catalan staples with sharp technique and playful confidence
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December 7, 2025 at 1:49 AM
A new wave of chefs is refreshing Catalan staples with sharp technique and playful confidence.
Author Rachel Reid sets the record straight about one couple in her queer hockey romance novels.
Sorry, the "Heated Rivalry" gay Marvel fanfic origin story isn't true
Author Rachel Reid sets the record straight about one couple in her queer hockey romance novels.
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December 6, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Author Rachel Reid sets the record straight about one couple in her queer hockey romance novels.
A vaccine advisory panel on Friday voted to end its recommendation that kids receive hepatitis B vaccine at birth.
RFK Jr.'s vaccine revamp would put pregnant women and children at risk
A vaccine advisory panel on Friday voted to end its recommendation that kids receive hepatitis B vaccine at birth.
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December 6, 2025 at 6:56 PM
A vaccine advisory panel on Friday voted to end its recommendation that kids receive hepatitis B vaccine at birth.
Oxford Dictionary’s choice of “rage bait” reflects a growing awareness of how outrage content shapes MAGA politics and why it’s starting to lose some of its punch.
"Rage bait" as Word of the Year? It's a reason for hope - Salon.com
Oxford Dictionary elevates the name of the MAGA addiction — the first step to a solution
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December 6, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Oxford Dictionary’s choice of “rage bait” reflects a growing awareness of how outrage content shapes MAGA politics and why it’s starting to lose some of its punch.
For nearly 20 years, the Elf on the Shelf has been sold as a harmless holiday tradition. However, its rise mirrors how surveillance became a normalized part of family life.
The Elf on the Shelf made spying a holiday pastime
For 20 years, an inconspicuous felt toy has delivered formative training in surveillance culture.
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December 6, 2025 at 1:34 PM
For nearly 20 years, the Elf on the Shelf has been sold as a harmless holiday tradition. However, its rise mirrors how surveillance became a normalized part of family life.
"The facts show that Trump doesn’t deal with real problems, he only stirs up chaos to avoid them. He has done a great deal to hobble American journalism and the educational system we need to teach the public what the real problems are," writes @briankarem.bsky.social.
Trump is dragging the White House press corps into the gutter - Salon.com
I guess the barrage of lies and insults aren't enough. Now Trump wants the media's complete submission
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December 6, 2025 at 12:33 AM
"The facts show that Trump doesn’t deal with real problems, he only stirs up chaos to avoid them. He has done a great deal to hobble American journalism and the educational system we need to teach the public what the real problems are," writes @briankarem.bsky.social.
The trend forecasters at Pantone confused some readers with their choice for color of the year.
Pantone's color of the year is...white? - Salon.com
The trend forecasters at Pantone chose a shade of white as their color of the year for 2026.
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December 5, 2025 at 11:41 PM
The trend forecasters at Pantone confused some readers with their choice for color of the year.
The inspector general's report revealed that the vice president made light of the controversy.
"Anything going on?": Vance returned to Hegseth's Signal group chat to joke about scandal - Salon.com
The inspector general's report revealed that the vice president made light of the controversy.
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December 5, 2025 at 10:49 PM
The inspector general's report revealed that the vice president made light of the controversy.
The president’s attacks on Somali-Americans are the latest sign he is failing — and he knows it.
A desperate Trump puts his racism on full display
The president’s attacks on Somali-Americans are the latest sign he is failing — and he knows it
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December 5, 2025 at 8:01 PM
The president’s attacks on Somali-Americans are the latest sign he is failing — and he knows it.
"From genocidal aliens to aimless bromances, the best films of the year were audacious enough to reach a hand into the shadowy corners of our collective unrest, unafraid of what they might bring back with them after their survey was finished," writes @colemanjspilde.bsky.social.
9 films that helped decode 2025’s absurd reality
Amid scandals, boycotts and political turmoil, these standout films helped us keep perspective.
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December 5, 2025 at 5:22 PM
"From genocidal aliens to aimless bromances, the best films of the year were audacious enough to reach a hand into the shadowy corners of our collective unrest, unafraid of what they might bring back with them after their survey was finished," writes @colemanjspilde.bsky.social.
"This choice also comes at a time when the behavior of both the Trump administration and their sycophantic social media influencers suggests that they’re starting to worry that rage bait isn’t quite as effective as it used to be."
"Rage bait" as Word of the Year? It's a reason for hope
Oxford Dictionary elevates the name of the MAGA addiction — the first step to a solution
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December 5, 2025 at 4:06 PM
"This choice also comes at a time when the behavior of both the Trump administration and their sycophantic social media influencers suggests that they’re starting to worry that rage bait isn’t quite as effective as it used to be."
"Possibly the biggest lie amid all the lies of Trumpism — one that is amplified endlessly by right-wing media — is that Trump is somehow against war and against corruption."
Boat strikes: War crime or "fake news" hoax? - Salon.com
Even as some Republicans turn on the ghastly Pete Hegseth, right-wing media can't handle the truth
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December 5, 2025 at 2:43 AM
"Possibly the biggest lie amid all the lies of Trumpism — one that is amplified endlessly by right-wing media — is that Trump is somehow against war and against corruption."
"In NBC’s interviews with 18 Trump voters, many of them said the president had failed to meet their expectations on the economy and other issues. But none said they regretted voting for Trump over Harris last year."
Yes, it's real: Trump is collapsing. Can the MAGA faithful save him? - Salon.com
Even Republicans are unhappy with Trump's vicious, failing agenda. That doesn't mean they're ready to bail
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December 4, 2025 at 11:32 PM
"In NBC’s interviews with 18 Trump voters, many of them said the president had failed to meet their expectations on the economy and other issues. But none said they regretted voting for Trump over Harris last year."
Allie Beth Stuckey says empathy is “toxic.” In the latest episode of #StandingRoomOnly, @amandamarcotte.bsky.social breaks down why that philosophy is about power and control. Watch the premiere now.👇 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l45PAQ02B5o
Allie Beth Stuckey loses it over “toxic empathy” criticism
Allie Beth Stuckey, the far-right commentator and host of “Relatable,” is weaponizing her gender to sell the twisted idea that we need less empathy--not more. In this video, I explain why her philosophy is about power and control. Joining me is Tim Whit...
www.youtube.com
December 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Allie Beth Stuckey says empathy is “toxic.” In the latest episode of #StandingRoomOnly, @amandamarcotte.bsky.social breaks down why that philosophy is about power and control. Watch the premiere now.👇 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l45PAQ02B5o
Trump’s name was added to the independent institute months after his administration purged staff.
"Insult to injury": Trump’s USIP rebrand wields an olive branch as a weapon - Salon.com
Trump’s name was added to the independent institute months after his administration purged staff.
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December 4, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Trump’s name was added to the independent institute months after his administration purged staff.
America: We hate surveillance.
Also America: Please welcome our new holiday informant who lives on the mantel.
Also America: Please welcome our new holiday informant who lives on the mantel.
The Elf on the Shelf made spying a holiday pastime
For 20 years, an inconspicuous felt toy has delivered formative training in surveillance culture.
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December 4, 2025 at 7:33 PM
America: We hate surveillance.
Also America: Please welcome our new holiday informant who lives on the mantel.
Also America: Please welcome our new holiday informant who lives on the mantel.
Elevate the humble diner classic with a pop of Calabrian chili, caramelized shallots and gooey Fontina.
A better tuna melt, with a kick
Elevate the humble diner classic with a pop of Calabrian chili, caramelized shallots and gooey Fontina
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December 4, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Elevate the humble diner classic with a pop of Calabrian chili, caramelized shallots and gooey Fontina.
Michelle Pfeiffer’s familiarly overworked, taken for granted mom stands out from the typical holiday fare.
"Oh. What. Fun." finally gives moms their Christmas due
Michelle Pfeiffer’s familiarly overworked, taken for granted mom stands out from the typical holiday fare.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Michelle Pfeiffer’s familiarly overworked, taken for granted mom stands out from the typical holiday fare.
Even as some Republicans turn on the ghastly Pete Hegseth, right-wing media can't handle the truth.
Boat strikes: War crime or "fake news" hoax? - Salon.com
Even as some Republicans turn on the ghastly Pete Hegseth, right-wing media can't handle the truth
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December 4, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Even as some Republicans turn on the ghastly Pete Hegseth, right-wing media can't handle the truth.
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December 4, 2025 at 2:52 AM
Prefer art over algorithms? Introducing The Swell, Salon’s new weekly culture newsletter. Every Thursday, our critics spotlight the films, TV, music and books made — by humans — to last.
Our first email sends tomorrow. Sign up today: https://bit.ly/4iE3a9x
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"Hegseth is the classic bully, hiding his insecurity by dominating those who are weaker or more vulnerable, and pretending that’s cool instead of pitiful."
Hegseth's "warrior ethos" is cowardice
He calls himself the "Secretary of War" and plays a tough guy on TV, but in real life he's a major weenie
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December 4, 2025 at 1:52 AM
"Hegseth is the classic bully, hiding his insecurity by dominating those who are weaker or more vulnerable, and pretending that’s cool instead of pitiful."
The Pennsylvania governor objected to some characterizations in the former vice president's campaign memoir.
"Trying to cover her a**": Shapiro fumes over Harris memoir - Salon.com
The Pennsylvania governor objected to some characterizations in the former vice president's campaign memoir.
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December 3, 2025 at 11:27 PM
The Pennsylvania governor objected to some characterizations in the former vice president's campaign memoir.
Can New Hampshire stay purple? As Trump-aligned challengers loom, the state’s moderates are fighting to hold their ground.
New Hampshire Republicans contend with the Trump Era - Salon.com
MAGA is testing how moderate New Hampshire truly is
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December 3, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Can New Hampshire stay purple? As Trump-aligned challengers loom, the state’s moderates are fighting to hold their ground.
"The star-studded “Oh. What. Fun.” is not remotely covert about its intentions. This is a film designed specifically for moms who need to unwind with a glass of wine or a mug of cocoa during the holidays, accompanied by a movie that understands their plight," @colemanjspilde.bsky.social writes.
"Oh. What. Fun." finally gives moms their Christmas due
Michelle Pfeiffer’s familiarly overworked, taken for granted mom stands out from the typical holiday fare.
www.salon.com
December 3, 2025 at 8:48 PM
"The star-studded “Oh. What. Fun.” is not remotely covert about its intentions. This is a film designed specifically for moms who need to unwind with a glass of wine or a mug of cocoa during the holidays, accompanied by a movie that understands their plight," @colemanjspilde.bsky.social writes.
Stalled negotiations leave millions facing potential premium increases with no clear path to a extension.
ACA subsidies on the brink as Congress struggles to reach a deal - Salon.com
Stalled negotiations leave millions facing potential premium increases with no clear path to a extension.
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December 3, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Stalled negotiations leave millions facing potential premium increases with no clear path to a extension.