‘You are fortunate in Hungary: under your conservative Christian government, you are able to evangelize freely, unlike, for example, the UK, where prayer vigils often encounter civil and governmental opposition.’

Mass layoffs at The Washington Post mark more than a corporate restructuring—they signal the accelerating collapse of legacy media’s authority in American public life. As trust, audiences, and revenues plunge, the upheaval reflects a deeper transformation in how citizens consume information and a growing rejection of outlets long tied to the liberal establishment.

Super Bowl LX was viewed by 124.9 million people last Sunday. That is a drop of 2.8 million viewers from last year’s audience of 127.7 million. Puerto Rican reggaeton singer Bad Bunny’s performance was viewed by more people than the actual game. However, that is typical, and it lost even more viewers compared to the last halftime show by Kendrick Lamar, going from 133.5 to 128.2 million viewers.

The Hungarian governing Fidesz party’s success in a closely watched Balmazújváros by-election offers a symbolic boost ahead of Hungary’s parliamentary elections. By overturning local paralysis and defeating an opposition-backed challenger, the victory underscores continuing support for Viktor Orbán’s party, contrasting sharply with polling that suggests rising strength for Tisza.

‘While Americans continue to uphold a strong belief in free speech, modern Europe has adopted a more technical approach—one focused on “right” speech rather than free speech; one that censors expression strategically and discreetly.’

‘…while tensions within the family may carry political implications, young people do not appear to perceive intergenerational political conflict as more salient than disagreements in other domains, such as the use of digital devices.’