Who will care for the child? Why many women remain outside the workforce
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Plato's quote of the day: 'Teach men' if women are expected to do the same work
Plato's timeless philosophy continues to influence modern thought and institutions. His ideas on justice and the ideal society remain profoundly relevant today. Plato founded the Academy, an early institution of higher learning. He advocated for equal education for men and women based on ability. His work profoundly shaped Western philosophy, politics, and education.
Top 10 fittest cities in the US reveal that it's DEMOCRAT-RUN metros and not Republican gym bros making America healthy again
Top 10 fittest cities in the US reveal that it's DEMOCRAT-RUN metros and not Republican gym bros making America healthy againSign up here to our free, weekly DC Insider newsletter for a front-row seat to US politics See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy ALYSSA GUZMAN, US NEWS REPORTER Published: 05:26, 18 July 2026 | Updated: 05:31, 18 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Paul Pelosi charged with misdemeanor hit-and-run after hitting parked car in California
Politics NewsPaul Pelosi charged with misdemeanor hit-and-run after hitting parked car in CaliforniaPelosi, who’s married to Rep. Nancy Pelosi, previously pleaded guilty to driving under the influence in a 2022 car crash.Listen to this article with a free profile00:0000:00Paul and Nancy Pelosi arrive at the Pre-Grammy Gala on Jan. 31.Chris Pizzello / Invision / AP fileShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJuly 17, 2026, 6:53 PM EDTBy Andrew Blankstein and Kyla GuilfoilProsecutors in Napa County charged Pau...
Strategist James Carville says one key trend shows Republicans will not show up for the midterms
Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville argued on Thursday that there seems to be a trend of less and less outspoken support for President Donald Trump, to the point where those left must be "world-class" buffoons.As Carville and his co-host Al Hunt read through listener questions on their "Politics War Room" podcast, one homeowner from rural Texas commented, "One thing noticeable is the Trump flags and signs are few and far between. Don't get me wrong, I don't think these people are going...
Trump speech ripple effects: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics DeskTrump speech ripple effects: From the Politics DeskPlus, a big campaign shake-up in Wisconsin. Listen to this article with a free profile00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleAmericans should have ‘confidence’ in accuracy of 2020 election: Ousted election commissioner23:46Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJuly 17, 2026, 5:30 PM EDTBy The Politics DeskWelcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and...
Congress to join NC’s Jantar Mantar protest on Monday, BJP plans secretariat gherao
Jammu and Kashmir politics intensifies as the National Conference plans a protest in New Delhi. The Congress party announced its participation in the proposed sit-in demonstration. Meanwhile, the BJP has scheduled a protest against the current government's alleged corruption. Peoples Conference chief Sajad Lone questioned the timing and motives behind the protest. He suggested an assembly session and an all-party delegation instead of street protests.
The new $1 Trump coin doesn't just buck norms. Experts say it also breaks laws
Politics The new $1 Trump coin doesn't just buck norms. Experts say it also breaks laws July 17, 20262:59 PM ET By Rachel Treisman Treasury unveils commemorative coin featuring Trump's face Listen · 1:52 1:52 Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed Transcript
Trump's Relentless Focus on 2020 Election Continues to Shape Political Landscape
Former President Donald Trump's persistent efforts to relitigate the 2020 election are raising concerns about their implications for the future of democracy. Amid economic challenges and mixed media reactions, Trump remains a polarizing figure in American politics.
Nigel Farage takes aim at 'political chameleon' Andy Burnham as he dismantles 'vacuous' acceptance speech
Nigel Farage has launched a fiery attack on new Labour leader Andy Burnham, branding his acceptance speech today "vacuous".Speaking at the CPAC Conference in London, the Reform UK leader accused the soon-to-be Prime Minister of being a "great chameleon of British politics".Poking fun at Mr Burnham's attire, Mr Farage began: "We're actually engaged in a battle for the very soul of our nation to define what we actually are, what we stand for, what our values are, because they're under attack in ju...
Trump administration to grant $12m to groups founded by UK conservatives Jacob Rees-Mogg and Toby Young
Exclusive: Grants are part of controversial package criticised as misuse of public money to influence European politicsDonald Trump’s state department intends to allocate $12m to organisations in the UK founded by the prominent Conservatives Jacob Rees-Mogg and Toby Young, the Guardian can reveal.The intended grants, revealed in US government documents, are part of a package of support for European groups viewed favourably by the Trump administration. Some former US officials have criticised the...
What Andy Burnham’s first speech as Labour leader tells us
The incoming prime minister showed his oratorical skill and that he is prepared to borrow from populismUK politics live – latest updatesNearing the end of his speech accepting the Labour leadership, Andy Burnham paused. “I know what to do,” he said. “I have a plan.” Perhaps he does. But even after half an hour of dense rhetoric, it is still not especially clear what this is.Burnham, who will become prime minister on Monday after this formal party coronation, is a politician who runs largely on v...
Burnham finally answers the burning question: how does he take his tea?
Incoming PM has deigned to answer some quickfire TikTok questions – also revealing his stance on socks with sandalsUK politics live – latest updatesIt was Tony Blair who wrote that the “leader sets out for the people what they need and not simply what they want. Otherwise, the leader is just a follower”.The incoming prime minister, Andy Burnham, must have been channelling his predecessor when this week he started to set out his views on the big issues facing the UK: should milk go in the cup bef...
Takeaways from Trump's primetime speech. And, at least 2 dead in major Texas flooding
LISTEN & FOLLOW NPR App Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio YouTube Music RSS link Takeaways from Trump's primetime speech. And, at least 2 dead in major Texas flooding July 17, 20267:27 AM ET By Brittney Melton Trump Rehashes Election Fraud Claims, Politics Of Trump's Speech, Texas Flooding Listen · 13:40 13:40 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed
China rejects Trump’s claims of election interference as ‘pure fabrication’ – US politics live
Democrats also criticize speech as ‘lies and long-debunked conspiracies’Sign up for US News Breaking emailTrump makes unverified claims of China ‘election meddling’Hello and welcome to our live coverage of US politics.Donald Trump used a 25-minute primetime televised address on Thursday to make unverified claims about China interfering with the 2020 presidential election and cast extraordinary doubts on the integrity of the US electoral process. Continue reading...
China rejects Trump’s claims of election interference as ‘pure fabrication’ – US politics live
Democrats also criticize speech as ‘lies and long-debunked conspiracies’Sign up for US News Breaking emailTrump makes unverified claims of China ‘election meddling’Hello and welcome to our live coverage of US politics.Donald Trump used a 25-minute primetime televised address on Thursday to make unverified claims about China interfering with the 2020 presidential election and cast extraordinary doubts on the integrity of the US electoral process. Continue reading...
What will the Pentagon begin screening 'war fighters' for? The quiz knows
What will the Pentagon begin screening 'war fighters' for? The quiz knows July 17, 20265:02 AM ET Holly J. Morris From left: Erica Schwartz, Sam Neill, Pete Hegseth. Finn Gomez/Getty Images; Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images; Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Finn Gomez/Getty Images; Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images; Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images After a two-week vacation, the quiz is back with silly questions about Jurassic Park, U.K. politics, conspiracy theories, Pete Hegseth and n...
Burnham to say his government will be ‘unashamedly Labour’ in first speech as party leader – UK politics live
‘Special conference’ to take place at noon where Burnham will be formally announced as Labour leaderGood morning. Today the Labour party is going to formally announce at a “special conference” that Andy Burnham is its new leader. We will get a speech from Burnham at that event, and then he is expected to give another speech at an event later this afternoon.As Kiran Stacey and Rowena Mason report, in his special conference speech Burnham will say he will lead a government that will have the ‘cour...
Adam Silver calls Caitlin Clark a 'political football' as the WNBA keeps dodging reality
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is taking a notably passive approach to the safety of the WNBA's biggest superstar.Rather than directly addressing the repeated physical treatment of Clark, Silver seemed more interested in tamping down the controversy.On Thursday, as Silver addressed Clark's treatment at a CNBC Sports Summit in New York, the commish had an opportunity to demand greater accountability but instead argued that the Clark controversy has been fueled more by politics than by what is happe...
Jill Biden claims Joe would be ‘excoriated’ if he did what’s happening in current White House
Former first lady Jill Biden sat down with "The View" co-host Whoopi Goldberg in June to promote her memoir, "A View from the East Wing," and to discuss her life, politics, and media. Biden was asked about how the press covered her husband's presidential term, and she didn't hold back.Goldberg, who moderated the 92nd Street Y event in New York City last month, asked whether the former first lady believes the press covered former President Joe Biden's four years in office fairly.Hesitating in her...