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Vance chief of staff Jacob Reses to depart role

Jacob Reses, Vice President Vance’s chief of staff who has been with him since his Senate campaign, will be leaving the role at the end of the summer. Reses has served in the role since Vance took office with President Trump in January 2025. “Jacob’s been by my side for my

Sylvan Esso – “Hot Slob”

I think of Sylvan Esso as a synth-driven project, so it's interesting to hear them launch into a new era with such a guitar-driven song. The post Sylvan Esso – “Hot Slob” appeared first on Stereogum .

John Thomson’s photos of China (1860s-70s) ....

John Thomson’s photos of China (1860s-70s) . “Unlike many other early photographers he didn’t spend all his time photographing palaces and ruins. He also captured a lot of daily life including peasants, merchants, and criminals.”

Trump cancels strikes on Iran; claims deal almost done

President Trump said Thursday that he canceled the forthcoming strikes and bombings against Iran, citing progress in discussions with Tehran’s leadership. “Based on the fact that discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran have been brought to the highest level of Iranian