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Jesse Jackson at a rally against the Gulf War on January 18, 1991.

Jesse Jackson Gave Peace a Chance Jesse Jackson Gave Peace a Chance

The iconic civil rights leader, who has died at 84, made anti-war and pro-diplomacy politics central to his presidential bids and his lifelong activism.

Feb 17, 2026 / Obituary / John Nichols

Iran in Turmoil

Iran in Turmoil Iran in Turmoil

Widespread unrest as crackdown intensifies, leaving thousands dead.

Feb 17, 2026 / OppArt / J.J. Takjoo

Prime Minister of Hungary Viktor Orbán arrives at the informal EU leaders’ retreat 2026 summit, at Alden Biesen Castle hosted by the European Council President in Rijkoven Belgium.

Is This Viktor Orbán’s Last Stand? Is This Viktor Orbán’s Last Stand?

After 16 years in power in Hungary, his Fidesz party is trailing in the polls by double digits behind a new opposition party.

Feb 17, 2026 / Paul Hockenos

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James speaks at a press conference before the NBA All-Star Game in Inglewood, California, on February, 15, 2026.

Why LeBron James Ignores Genocide and Stands With Israel Why LeBron James Ignores Genocide and Stands With Israel

The basketball great once said he wanted to be like Muhammad Ali. He can’t do that and shrug off Israeli war crimes.

Feb 17, 2026 / Dave Zirin

ICE Brings Shame to America

ICE Brings Shame to America ICE Brings Shame to America

Trump’s secret police force is a stain on our country.

Feb 16, 2026 / OppArt / Dario Castillejos

The Long Shadow of the “Jewish Question”

The Long Shadow of the “Jewish Question” The Long Shadow of the “Jewish Question”

After the Holocaust, Israel was hailed as the solution to an essentially antisemitic debate. Now, as another genocide unfolds—in Gaza—Jews are once again questioning the question....

Feb 16, 2026 / Feature / Joseph Dana

Keir Starmer chats with disgraced former UK ambassador to the United States and alleged Epstein associate Peter Mandelson during a welcome reception at the ambassador’s residence in Washington, DC, on February 26, 2025.

The UK’s Epstein Crisis The UK’s Epstein Crisis

If Keir Starmer is safe for now, it’s only for lack of alternatives within his party.

Feb 16, 2026 / Rachel Shabi

Best Bondi-Own of the Day

Best Bondi-Own of the Day Best Bondi-Own of the Day

Lots of Lutnick.

Feb 13, 2026 / Steve Brodner

Gaza Beach 2030

Gaza Beach 2030 Gaza Beach 2030

A genocide comes to light.

Feb 13, 2026 / OppArt / Peter de Wit

Keir Starmer delivers a speech, at Horntye Park Sports Complex, in St Leonards-on-Sea, south east England, on February 5, 2026.

Keir Starmer’s Failure Is Nearly Complete Keir Starmer’s Failure Is Nearly Complete

The wildly unpopular UK prime minister is likely doomed in the wake of an Epstein-related scandal entirely of his own making. He deserves every bit of the hell he’s in.

Feb 13, 2026 / Evan Robins

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