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House GOP Passes DOGE Cuts by a Whisker After Chaos on Floor

The House Republicans successfully passed a rescissions package to cut $9.4 billion from foreign aid and public broadcasting Thursday, in the first major codification of President Donald Trump’s efforts to restructure the federal government. The …

Trump’s plan to slash ‘woke’ foreign aid, NPR funds clears House as Senate battle looms

Rep. Mike Haridopolos joins 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss an upcoming House vote on codifying DOGE spending cuts and the Senate working through President Donald Trump's 'big, beautiful bill.' NEWYou can now listen to Fox News …

Jeffries Wields Elmo On Floor As U.S. House Votes To Cut Billions, Including PBS/NPR Funding

Democratic House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries wielded an Elmo doll on the House floor, using the beloved Sesame Street character as a poignant symbol in his impassioned argument against a Republican-led package of spending cuts. The House narrowly voted …

EMERGENCY SHOW: Squeamish Republicans Might Vote Against DOGE Cuts

There has never been a more appropriate application of the phrase “put your money where your mouth is” than the vote House Republicans are preparing to take this afternoon on the $9.4 billion rescissions package. Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., joined politics …

International News Briefs for Thursday, June 12, 2025

HAVANA TIMES – Here are some of the top international news stories compiled by Democracy Now on Thursday, June 12, 2025. No Survivors Expected After Air India Aircraft Carrying at Least 242 People Crashes Jun 12, 2025 An Air India commercial flight has …

Sesame Street Avoids Cancellation, Is Headed to Netflix

Your browser does not support the audio element. A few months after Warner Bros. Discovery cut Sesame Street loose, Netflix has partnered with Sesame Workshop to help produce a 56th season. In an attempt to make the show as accessible as it was previously, …

House votes to reclaim $9.4B and cut NPR, PBS spending

June 12 (UPI) -- The House of Representatives narrowly approved axing $8.3 billion in funding for the U.S. Agency for International Development and another $1.1 billion for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting on Thursday. The House voted 2014-2012 to …

Spare the Rock, Spoil the Child: Sesame Street Music Director Bill Sherman

One of Berkeley’s hottest music acts is a band of city librarians

Michael Kwende, Claremont branch librarian and founder of the Story Time Band, holds up a flamingo puppet during a May 8 performance at Live Oak Park while Juan Castille, back-up singer and percussionist, dances along. Puppets, costumes, plush animals are …

Podcaster Danny Pellegrino and Husband Matt Welcome Baby Boy With a 'Lucky' Name

Part of my weekly routine is listening to Danny Pellegrino’s Everything Iconic podcast. He breaks down all the happenings in the world of Real Housewives, reminisces on defining moments in pop culture (past and present), and shares bits of his personal …

Conservative activists have waited decades to defund PBS and NPR. They’re finally getting their chance

CNN  —  Richard Nixon tried. Ronald Reagan tried. President Donald Trump tried during his first term in office. All three Republican presidents wanted to strip taxpayer support for PBS and NPR stations. But all three men were stymied by Congress. This time …

How PBS is rallying supporters as Congress weighs funding cut

Congress is weighing a vote on whether to claw back $1.1 billion already earmarked for public broadcasting over the next two years. Meanwhile, other efforts are underway to strip the Corporation of Public Broadcasting of federal money. PBS and NPR have …

Kid Koala Talks Processing Grief Through ‘Space Cadet’ as His Debut Feature Sells Wide: ‘People Keep Telling Me it Made ...

“Space Cadet” is ready for launch.  The animated feature – screening in Annecy’s Contrechamp section – has shot for the stars in multiple territories for Urban Sales, selling to BAC Films (France), Filmin and Vercine (Spain) Benelux – Periscoop (The …

Trump right to upend trade system

President Trump has proposed a monumental change in the system which we use to trade with other countries. This is a very large and complex issue and deserves an historical context to lay the groundwork for understanding. With this context, we can more …

Free Summer Meals For Kids In Butte, Deer Lodge, And Whitehall

Action Inc. has a serious problem with hunger in Southwest Montana, particularly when it affects our youth.  Action Inc. exists for simply this kind of problem.  For years, they have been addressing the needs of poor and low-income people and address …

Unhinged MAGA hate pastor asks God to break gay men’s wrists in wild rant

MAGA hate Pastor John Amanchukwu has claimed that school theater programs are “incubation systems for perversion” and has asked God to “break” the wrists of Satanic gay men. In a disturbing sermon recently shared by Right Wing Watch, Amanchukwu addressed a …

Iowa City plans to protest Trump administration with 'No Kings' rally

Iowa City residents will participate in a nationwide "No Kings" protest against President Trump on June 14. The protest will feature music, speakers, and a parade, emphasizing community action and resources. The nationwide protests coincide with …

House Gets Opportunity to Defund USAID, PBS, and NPR

House Republicans on Thursday will face perhaps the greatest test yet of whether they mean business about decreasing the size of the federal government. The House Republican Conference will vote on a legislative package to cut funding from foreign aid, as …

Woke of the Weak: Muppet Mouthpieces

DONATE Sexually confusing four year olds under the guise of “free, children’s programming” is now leveraged as an emotional and touching argument against cutting out of touch PBS and NPR propagandists off the taxpayer teet.  The government warriors at PBS …

Industry takes unprecedented step to drive Antarctic marine protection

At the UN Ocean Conference 2025, Aker QRILL Company announced its ongoing advocacy and amitions to protect 70% of the Antarctic Peninsula. NICE, FRANCE, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- (𝘕𝘐𝘊𝘌, 𝘍𝘙𝘈𝘕𝘊𝘌 – 12 𝘑𝘶𝘯𝘦 2025) 𝗔𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝗢𝗰𝗲𝗮𝗻 …

Days Before Bonn, Women Political Leaders & Experts Call for Global Solutions To Counter Government Inaction on Climate

Global experts demanded an end to fossil fuel extraction and highlighted solutions and strategies to address the climate crisis and democratic backsliding CA, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On June 11th, women climate leaders …

Emotional Wellness Support Gains Attention: Life Coach Sangeeta Sharma Offers Structured Coaching Programs

With rising awareness around emotional health, life coach Sangeeta Sharma introduces structured coaching programs designed to help individuals. PANCHKULA, INDIA, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Life coaching is becoming a widely recognized …

Social Business Intelligence Market Forecast 2025-2034: Comprehensive Insights on Market Size, Growth Factors, Trends

The Business Research Company's Social Business Intelligence Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What Is The Size And …

Heidmar Maritime Holdings Corp. Partners with B2i Digital as a Featured Company to Expand Investor Awareness

B2i Digital to Highlight Heidmar's 40+ Years of Maritime Excellence and Global Tanker Pool Management Platform Heidmar Maritime Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ:HMR) NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEW YORK, NY / …

FlyHouse Appoints Aviation Finance Powerhouse John Thomas, Jr. as Chief Financial Officer

Leadership move strengthens FlyHouse’s executive team amid rapid scale and market momentum. SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- John Thomas, Jr., a veteran finance leader with more than 25 years of experience in global …

Wrecking Ball in the Water: Fishermen, Environmental Groups Seek Injunction to Stop Empire Wind Project

Fishermen and environmental groups file for injunction to stop Empire Wind, citing marine harm, legal violations and foreign control by Norway's Equinor. TRENTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wrecking Ball in the …

TGTE Human Rights Minister Sent an Open Letter to Canadian Prime Minister

To congratulate the appointment of the Honorable Gary Anandasangaree as Minister of Public Safety COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam's Minister for Human Rights Mrs. Thushani …

Tracy Drost Appointed Mrs. Illinois America 2025, Launches Statewide Mission to Mentor Youth in Philanthropy

Tracy Drost has been appointed Mrs. Illinois America 2025, bringing her passion for teaching children the importance of philanthropy and making an impact. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Mrs. America …

ISA’s Sixth RCM Calls for Collective Action, Strategic Leadership from Europe to Accelerate Clean Energy for All

ISA’s Sixth Regional Committee Meeting in Brussels Calls for Collective Action, Strategic Leadership from Europe to Accelerate Clean Energy for All BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sixth Meeting of the ISA Regional …

ISA Sixth RCM in Europe and others

ISA’s Sixth Regional Committee Meeting in Brussels Calls for Collective Action, Strategic Leadership from Europe to Accelerate Clean Energy for All BRUSSELS, DELHI, BELGIUM, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ISA’s Sixth Regional Committee …

Global Tax Experts Expose Hidden Risks in EoR/AoR International Workforce Strategies

The Promise of EoR/AoR Models LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nimble Global, a leading international workforce compliance firm, today unveils critical insights into the complex tax risks facing companies using …

AIPLUX Selected as Top 12 AI Tech Trail Startup at VivaTech 2025

Recognized for its secure, on-premises AI solution powered by NVIDIA GPUs, AIPLUX ensures data privacy and compliance for knowledge professionals. PARIS, FRANCE, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AIPLUX is excited to announce its selection as …

TechBehemoths Supports Clients in Fighting Cyber Threats in 2025

With over 2,400 ransomware victims in Q1, the platform accelerates access to trusted cybersecurity firms, helping companies protect data and stay ahead BERLIN, GERMANY, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TechBehemoths empowers clients to fight …

DSG | Grant Cooper Named a Top 10 Healthcare Executive Search Firm for 18 Consecutive Years

Modern Healthcare honors DSG | Grant Cooper for ongoing excellence in executive healthcare leadership recruitment PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DSG | Grant Cooper, DSG Global’s Healthcare practice, has been …

Global The Space Propellant Tank Market: Key Drivers, Trends, Growth Opportunities, And Forecast For 2025-2034

The Business Research Company's Space Propellant Tank Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- How Has The Space Propellant …

Space-Qualified Propellant Tank Market: Rapid Escalation In Satellite Production And Launch Driving Growth In The Market

The Business Research Company's Space-Qualified Propellant Tank Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What Does The Data On …

Internet Of Things Iot In Precision Agriculture Global Market To Reach $8.48 Billion In 2025, And $17.25 Billion In 2029

The Business Research Company's Internet Of Things (IoT) In Precision Agriculture Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

Low Borosilicate Glass Bottle Market Market Analysis 2025 – Insights for Long-Term Investment & Planning

The Business Research Company's Low Borosilicate Glass Bottle Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In recent times, strong …

Key Driver in Kitchen Remodel Services Global Market: Surge In Home Improvement Fuels Growth Of The Industry

The Business Research Company's Kitchen Remodel Services Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company …