Wherever corporate power is running roughshod over culture, the climate, the economy, or our politics, progressives can count on Naomi Klein to provide a clear-eyed assessment of the damage and to offer pathways to resist with hope, rather than cower in despair. A social activist and public intellectual, Klein is …
Read More »Miley Cyrus Debuts New Song 'More to Lose'
Miley Cyrus is gearing up to release her concept album,Something Beautiful, on May 30, and she’s been teasing one of its singles, “More to Lose.” Last night, she debuted the song live during a performance in New York. “I have a lot of people that I’ve known and loved for …
Read More »Democrats Denounce Rubio Holding Four Roles in Trump Administration
Secretary of state, acting administrator for USAID, acting lead archivist, acting national security adviser. Marco Rubio, the politician Trump once dubbed “little Marco,” has become the president’s go-to guy for big roles in the administration. But Democrats are casting doubt on whether it is possible for Rubio — or anyone …
Read More »May the 4th Be With You: The Best Merch, Toys and Collectibles for 'Star Wars' Fans
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. From here in the U.S. to galaxies far far away, May the 4th is known universally as “Star Wars Day,” thanks to a pun on that famous Star …
Read More »Trump White House Engages in 'Star Wars' Cosplay to Demonize Immigrants
The Trump White House shared a graphic image of Trump, veiny biceps and other inhuman muscles bulging, holding a red light saber in celebration of May the Fourth — an informal Star Wars holiday and pun on “May the Force be with you.” Meanwhile, the administration’s chief Border Patrol agent …
Read More »Trump Lies About Gas and Grocery Prices, Defends Tariffs
Donald Trump tried to argue that prices on gas and groceries are falling even though the numbers disprove those claims. He also encouraged Americans to buy fewer dolls and pencils as a way to deal with rising costs due to his tariff policies. “Prices are down on groceries. Prices are …
Read More »Brazil Police Reveal Thwarted Bomb Attack Targeting Lady Gaga's Rio Concert
Brazilian police revealed Sunday that they thwarted a terror attack that would have targeted Lady Gaga’s record-breaking concert at Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana Beach. The Civil Police of Rio de Janeiro state and Brazil’s Justice Ministry announced two arrests the morning after the concert, adding that suspects were planning to …
Read More »Julien Baker 'Taking Time to Focus on Her Health,' Cancels Tour With Torres
Julien Baker and Torres have canceled the remainder of their tour in support of new album Send a Prayer My Way, the duo announced Sunday. “Due to recent events, Julien Baker is prioritizing her well-being and taking time to focus on her health,” read a statement posted on Baker’s Instagram. …
Read More »Trump Says 'I Don't Know' When Asked if He Has to 'Uphold the Constitution'
President Donald Trump, when asked if he has an obligation to uphold the Constitution as president, said, “I don’t know.” Trump made the disturbing comment during an interview with Kristen Welker on NBC’s Meet the Press while discussing his campaign promise to deport millions of immigrants. Trump, who himself is …
Read More »Lady Gaga Performs to Record-Breaking Crowd at Rio's Copacabana Beach
Lady Gaga performed to a record-breaking crowd Saturday in Rio de Janeiro, as an estimated 2.5 million people attended the singer’s free concert on Copacabana Beach. The gig in Brazil marked the highest attended concert by a female artist in history, according to the singer’s reps, eclipsing the 1.6 million …
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