Now Poland Claims Credit For Syria Deal
Confusion grows over the origin of a potential compromise on Syria as Poland throws its hat into the ring. [ UPDATE: Polish Ambassador confirms reports.] Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski...
View ArticleCandidate's Campaign Manager Denies Responsibility For Grindr Ad
Johnson is vying to take New York City Council Speaker and mayoral candidate Christine Quinn’s seat in her district. “That’s great news if you’re on GRINDR,” campaign manager RJ Jordan said . Metro /...
View ArticleFederal Government Is Recognizing Same-Sex Couples' New Mexico Marriages
The Pentagon won’t confirm the recognition being granted to same-sex couples at Kirtland Air Force Base. “We can’t have one base recognizing them and the rest of the [Department of Defense] not doing...
View ArticleHow Republican Leaders Got Screwed For Backing Obama On Syria
“Clearly Members tend to reflect their constituents. The American people have not been supportive. He has not made the sale to the American people,” Speaker John Boehner said Tuesday. Speaker of the...
View ArticleBill De Blasio Wins Democratic Primary For New York Mayor
A repudiation of Mayor Michael Bloomberg. And a new kind of identity politics? Spencer Platt / Getty Images BROOKLYN, N.Y. — New York City's Democratic Party — which essentially acceded to eight years...
View ArticleSydney Leathers Makes An Appearance At Anthony Weiner's Election Party
The New York mayoral candidate’s former sexting partner showed up at his “victory party,” hosted at Connelly’s Pub & Restaurant in midtown Manhattan, on the night of the primary. UPDATE: Anthony...
View ArticleObama Backs Off War In Syria
President says “credible threat of military action” led to new talks at the U.N. Olivier Douliery/Abaca Press / MCT WASHINGTON — In a primetime speech Tuesday, President Obama walked back his previous...
View ArticleMitch McConnell Uses Opposition To Syria Strikes As Campaign Cash Pitch
After McConnell announces opposition, campaign manager writes supporters, arguing “Mitch made it very clear to me from the beginning that he does not politicize issues of national security … we need...
View ArticleRand Paul Credits Anti-War Movement For Potential Diplomatic Solution In Syria
“One thing is for certain: The chance for diplomacy would not have occurred without strong voices against an immediate bombing campaign,” says the libertarian champion. WASHINGTON — In a series of...
View ArticleAnthony Weiner Thanks Spokeswoman For Mastering "New Levels Of Salty Language"
“I want to thank her for that, as well.” View Video › Anthony Weiner thanked his communications director — who famously referred to a former intern as a "bitch," "slutbag," "twat," and "cunt" — in his...
View ArticleAnthony Weiner Flips Off Reporter After Conceding NYC Race
The mayoral candidate said goodbye to a WNBC reporter Tuesday night with his middle finger. LINK: Related: Sydney Leathers Makes An Appearance At Anthony Weiner’s Election Party View Entire List ›
View ArticleTwo Colorado State Senators Recalled Over Gun Control Support
State Senate President John Morse and Senator Angela Giron voted for stricter limits on guns, angering voters in their districts. Pro-gun activists filed enough signatures for the recall elections,...
View ArticleDe Blasio Celebrates With Family Smackdown
This is what you do when you win the Democratic nomination to be mayor of New York. instagram.com
View ArticleThe Scariest Question For Anthony Weiner: What's Next?
An “imperfect messenger” lost his best shot at his life’s greatest ambition. “What’s your plan for tomorrow?” Mayoral hopeful Anthony Weiner makes his concession speech at a Midtown bar. Associated...
View ArticleControversial Syria Researcher Fired Over Doctorate Claim
Elizabeth O’Bagy’s ties to the Syrian opposition had become an issue. Think Tank founder says she had “no problem” with O’Bagy’s affiliation. A young researcher whose opinions on Syria were cited by...
View Article10 Rather Small Countries That Have Signed On To Bomb Syria
33 countries have signed on in support of a joint statement condemning chemical weapons use in Syria. Here a few you don’t associate with military might. Montenegro. World GDP ranking: 153rdStanding...
View ArticleThe Shockingly Large Disparity Between Online Interest In Entertainment Vs....
On social media, a lack of interest in Syria. Since chemicals weapons were used in Syria on Aug. 21, there have been 12.2 million tweets mentioning Syria, according to Twitter. (Note: This was before...
View ArticleAnthony Weiner Spent A Lot More Per Vote Than His Democratic Rivals Did
He came in fifth place. Note: Votes based on 98% of precincts reporting. Anthony Weiner: $148/vote John Liu: $54/vote Christine Quinn: $40/vote Bill Thompson: $32/vote View Entire List ›
View ArticleFormer White House Aide Tweets 9/11 Through President Bush's Eyes
Former Bush spokesman Ari Fleischer tweeted his personal tale from September 11th. He was an aide to President Bush at the time. View Entire List ›
View ArticleSource: Dennis Rodman Won't Coach North Korean Olympic Basketball Team
“He’s going to work for them for a week,” a source says. Eric Thayer / Reuters WASHINGTON — Dennis Rodman won't actually be coaching North Korea's basketball team in advance of the 2016 Olympics,...
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