Emily Brown is a US based political journalist covering breaking news, public policy, and Capitol Hill developments.
Business
Nike, one of the world’s most recognisable sportswear brands, is now facing a federal investigation that could have wide-reaching implications for corporate diversity policies across the United States. The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has launched a formal probe into allegations that Nike discriminated against white employees in
U.S. News
Tensions between the United States and Iran edged higher on Tuesday after the US military shot down an Iranian drone that was flying toward an American aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea. The incident comes at a sensitive moment, as Washington and Tehran prepare for renewed diplomatic talks while military
U.S. News
Federal immigration officers operating in Minneapolis will now be required to wear body cameras, a move the Department of Homeland Security says will take effect immediately. The decision comes after weeks of mounting anger, grief, and public pressure following the deaths of two U.S. citizens during encounters with federal
Entertainment
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards, held on February 1, 2026, delivered one of the most talked-about nights in recent music history. From emotional acceptance speeches to genre-breaking wins, the ceremony proved once again why the Grammys remain the biggest night in music. Hosted by Trevor Noah at the Crypto.com
Politics
Lord Peter Mandelson, one of Labour’s most influential and controversial figures, has resigned from the Labour Party following renewed scrutiny over his past connections to the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The decision comes amid the release of millions of newly disclosed files by the US
Politics
After years of public pressure, unanswered questions, and widespread suspicion, the U.S. government has released the largest collection of documents ever tied to Jeffrey Epstein, and the sheer scale alone is staggering. On Friday, the Department of Justice made public more than 3 million pages of records, along with
Business
Tesla is making one of its boldest moves yet, and it has little to do with electric cars. The company announced it will invest $2 billion into xAI, the artificial intelligence startup founded by CEO Elon Musk, even as Tesla faces slowing vehicle sales and its first annual revenue decline
Politics
President Donald Trump said his administration plans to “de-escalate a little bit” in Minnesota following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, an intensive care nurse who was killed during an encounter with federal immigration agents over the weekend. His death marked the second time this month that a U.S.
U.S. News
For weeks, his name has loomed large over Minneapolis. To supporters of President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown, Greg Bovino is a tough, unapologetic enforcer who never backs down. To critics, he represents a dangerous escalation of federal power and a symbol of a strategy that has pushed communities to
Tech
For years, many smartphone users joked that their phones were “listening” to them. Mention a restaurant, a pair of shoes, or a medical issue out loud and suddenly ads for those exact things would appear on their screens. What once sounded like paranoia has now turned into costly legal trouble
Tech
Meta is hitting pause on a fast-growing but controversial feature, and the timing is no coincidence. Just weeks before facing a major trial over alleged harm to children, the tech giant announced it would temporarily block teenagers from using AI characters across its platforms. The move affects Instagram and WhatsApp
Tech
For years, Tesla’s Autopilot system has been one of the company’s biggest selling points, a futuristic promise that cars could help steer, brake, and navigate highways with minimal effort from the driver. But that era has now come to an end. Tesla has officially discontinued its basic Autopilot