Shutdown polls show Democrats’ economic messaging still falling flat

Democrats’ hardline opposition to rising health care costs isn’t earning them voters’ trust on economic issues — a disconnect that lays bare the party’s challenge heading into next year’s midterms. Voters blame Republicans more than Democrats for the federal government shutdown, according to a review of polling conducted after services shuttered. An Economist/YouGov survey of…

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Chat, are we cooked? A guide to internet slang in 2026.

If you’ve recently found yourself wondering why someone is talking to “chat,” calculating their “aura,” calling a friend “twin,” or lamenting their “Chungus life” on a daily basis, you’re not alone. Terms that once lived in niche corners of Twitch, TikTok, and group chats now spread across the internet in a matter of days. Some,…

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NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for June 19, 2025

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times‘ revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who…

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Hurdle hints and answers for February 9, 2026

If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it’ll take…

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