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Kathy Griffin says she’s made ‘Trumper friends’ years after bloody Trump photo sparked outrage

Comedian Kathy Griffin reveals she now has President Donald Trump supporter friends years after her controversial 2017 photo sparked outrage and career consequences.

Thanksgiving November 27

Shifting Thanksgiving traditions reflect broader political, economic and cultural divides

Thanksgiving tradition is shifting as families rethink menus, navigate political divides and embrace more takeout, revealing how culture and ideology shape the holiday across America.

History November 25

'Hugely exciting' ring found in English countryside may have link to infamous plot, heads to auction

A 16th-century gold ring linked to the infamous Gunpowder Plot goes to auction this month. It's expected to fetch £12,000 after being found near Robert Catesby's birthplace.

Tennis November 22

Martina Navratilova spars after being questioned for opposing males in women's spaces while supporting Dems

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova engaged in a social media exchange with comedian Lou Perez over her support for Democrats despite opposing transgender access to women's spaces.

Opinion November 20

DAVID MARCUS: Turns out, '6-7' has a history that goes back to medieval times

Teen slang "6-7" isn't new - it traces back to medieval dice games from the 1300s. Shakespeare used it in "Richard II." Discover how this viral trend connects to centuries of English.

Culture Trends November 15

Men are crying over a 1975 shipwreck, and it says something about modern masculinity

The Edmund Fitzgerald shipwreck went viral on social media as the 50th anniversary sparked trending posts and tributes across platforms.

Bill Maher November 15

Bill Maher encourages young men to drink more and get out of their parents’ basement

"Real Time" host Bill Maher and bestselling author Scott Galloway make the case that young men should drink more and take risks, particularly when it comes to dating.

Nicki Minaj November 11

Nicki Minaj thanks US service members in heartfelt Veterans Day message

Fans praised Nicki Minaj's softer patriotic side after her Veterans Day message went viral, with followers sharing their own military family tributes in response.

Opinion November 3

Their plan was a flood of illegal immigration. Our answer is an immigration moratorium

Senate candidate calls for complete immigration moratorium until all illegal immigrants are deported, supporting Trump administration's border policies.

Culture Trends November 2

Vogue op-ed stirs debate after calling boyfriends ‘embarrassing’ and saying dating now feels Republican

British Vogue declares having a boyfriend is now "embarrassing" as younger women distance themselves from traditional relationships in new cultural shift.

Media Buzz November 1

Dictionary.com declares '6-7' Word of the Year

Dictionary.com adds "6 7" and six other terms including "aura-farming" and "tradwife" to its lexicon, with the Gen Alpha slang term earning Word of the Year honors for 2025.

Opinion October 25

DAVID MARCUS: LA museum’s desecration of Confederate statues is pure barbarism

Controversial Los Angeles art exhibit displays removed Confederate statues, some covered in graffiti and one mutilated into a monster, sparking debate over historical monuments.

Media October 21

UK police drop case against comedy writer arrested over transgender social media posts

"Father Ted" creator Graham Linehan cleared as U.K. police drop investigation into his social media posts that drew international criticism and free speech concerns.

Opinion October 19

Netflix is sexualizing kids’ shows. Parents need to stop giving it second chances

Netflix faces criticism for including transgender characters in children's programming, continuing a pattern of controversial content that sparked previous boycotts.

Virginia October 18

Blistering new ad slams Spanberger’s trans record as Virginia governor’s race intensifies

A conservative political group has launched a new ad in the Virginia governor’s race aimed Democrat Abigail Spanberger's positons on trans policies.

Media October 14

Actor Martin Sheen calls Trump the 'biggest nothing in the world,' offers spiritual advice

Martin Sheen offers spiritual advice to President Trump, calling him the "biggest nothing in the world" during a taping of Nicolle Wallace's "The Best People" podcast.

Culture October 13

Keira Knightley 'very sorry' she didn't know about JK Rowling boycott before joining 'Potter' audio cast

Actress Keira Knightley responds to "Harry Potter" audiobook boycott controversy, expressing hope that people can find respect despite different opinions.

World October 11

Former Doctors Without Borders leader calls group 'accomplices of Hamas' over Gaza war response

The former secretary-general of Doctors Without Borders says the group has moved away from its impartial roots, particularly when it comes to Israel.

Media October 6

Country star Zach Bryan teases new song 'Bad News' condemning ICE raids, 'fading' of the red, white and blue

Zach Bryan's upcoming song "Bad News" condemned ICE raids and Trump-era America, sparking backlash from fellow country star John Rich and online commentators.

Opinion October 5

DAVID MARCUS: 20 years after ‘The Office,’ ‘The Paper’ tackles the post me-too workplace

Peacock's new show 'The Paper' serves as a spinoff to 'The Office,' set in a Scranton newspaper owned by the corporation that bought Dunder Mifflin.

Media October 2

University of Virginia students holding 'antifascist' 'flag burning' event to protest Trump order

University of Virginia students plan an antifascist tailgate with a flag burning Friday, responding to Trump's order directing prosecution of flag desecration.

Sports October 1

California lawsuit over trans cross-country athlete partially advances past motions to dismiss

Taylor Starling and Kaitlyn Slavin's lawsuit over the transgender athlete controversy at Martin Luther King High School survived dismissal motions in federal court.

Charlie Kirk October 1

Anti-Defamation League retires glossary of extremist groups after backlash for including Charlie Kirk's TPUSA

The ADL removed its entire "Glossary of Extremism and Hate" after receiving backlash for listing Turning Point USA (TPUSA) as an extremist group.

College September 30

College girls cash in as viral sorority rush becomes money-making machine

University of Alabama student Kylan Darnell became a viral sensation during sorority rush, highlighting how RushTok creates instant influencers from college traditions.

Culture September 29

Blogger arrested for sharing anti-Hamas meme online, claims cops didn't know about October 7th horrors

Pete North, 47, was detained and questioned for hours over an anti-Hamas social media post before being released without charge by North Yorkshire Police.

Food-Drink September 25

7-Eleven puts 'focus on food' in US revamp with Japanese-inspired meals and upgrades

7-Eleven plans to open about 1,300 new stores in North America by 2030 and nearly double the number of in-store quick-service restaurants as it rolls out Japanese favorites.

Media September 19

Kirk's friend calls out Paramount for pulling 'South Park' episode from reruns, says Charlie would want it on

Andrew Kolvet, Charlie Kirk’s friend and podcast executive producer, pressed Paramount to restore a 'South Park' parody episode of the late activist, saying he "loved" the feature.

Opinion September 18

I witnessed Charlie Kirk’s assassination. The danger that threatens America is clear

Violence stemming from nihilistic philosophy threatens America's stability and requires immediate consequences and comprehensive moral education programs.

Opinion September 13

Vogue has finally discovered Western Americana — years later than everyone else

Conservative women and creators have been leading Western fashion trends for years while Vogue ignored their cultural contributions, only now catching up with cowboy chic.

Opinion September 12

Nation's Report Card gives public schools a failing grade. Parents are demanding better

New Nation's Report Card results show declining student performance while school choice enrollment grows 25% as families seek better educational options.