Democrats say they won’t accept the stopgap funding bill Republicans unveiled Tuesday, further increasing the chances of a government shutdown Oct. 1. “The House Republican-only spending bill fails to meet the needs of the American people and does nothing to stop the looming healthcare crisis,” House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Minority Leader Chuck … Read more
Published September 11, 2025 Founded by Jonny Saven and Loren Cronk, The Denim Institute and Museum will open its doors next June in Downtown Los Angeles’ Gerry Building. The two men have collaborated for decades with brands such as Levi’s, Ralph Lauren, L’Agence, Diesel, and Wrangler. Saven, known for his leadership in fashion and business … Read more
A Texas Democrat is planning to file impeachment articles against President Donald Trump’s top law enforcement officials as a partisan slap flight plays out on the House floor this week. Dueling censure resolutions are currently awaiting floor votes that could come as soon as Wednesday afternoon after Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) took aim at Rep. … Read more
By Reuters Published September 14, 2025 Swiss watchmaker Swatch has begun selling a special edition watch with the numbers three and nine reversed on its face in a play on the 39% tariffs President Donald Trump imposed on U.S. imports from Switzerland last month. Reuters The tariffs – among the highest set by Trump worldwide … Read more
House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan on Wednesday opened FBI Director Kash Patel’s second Congressional oversight hearing in two days by going after a former colleague, Sen. Adam Schiff. “Why would the head of the Intelligence Committee, the chair of that committee, who’s supposed to be guarding our secrets — why would he be encouraging the … Read more
Published September 15, 2025 Anthropologie unveiled on Monday the first recipients of its Anthropologie x Nest Fellowship Program, launched in collaboration with Nest, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering artisans and makers around the globe. More Love, Love More x Nest Nothing (But) FLowers Barrel Leg Jeans. – More Love, Love More x Nest The six-month … Read more
Several Republicans joined all House Democrats in voting to sink a GOP-led measure to formally condemn Rep. Ilhan Omar and remove her from her committees. The 214-213 vote ended an effort by Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) to censure Omar and strip her of all her committee assignments over her criticism of the late conservative political … Read more
Published September 16, 2025 Global apparel retailer Uniqlo has appointed Kaws, the contemporary artist known for his distinctive art style that subverts pop culture, as its first artist in residence. Uniqlo names Kaws as first artist in residence – Photo Credit: Shaniqwa Jarvis In this role, Kaws will collaborate with Uniqlo on a range of … Read more
More than three dozen lawmakers are already planning to leave Congress next year. But there’s another impending legislative branch retirement that could have major implications in Washington. Comptroller General Gene Dodaro, who heads the Government Accountability Office, hits the end of his 15-year term Dec. 22 and will be forced to vacate the post that … Read more
By Reuters Published September 16, 2025 Meta is expected to double down on AI-powered augmented reality products with new smart glasses at its annual Connect event on Wednesday, even as the company faces scrutiny over its handling of child safety on its social media platforms. Reuters At its Menlo Park, California-based headquarters, CEO Mark Zuckerberg … Read more