Day: May 17, 2024

BPM Entertainment Teases New K-Pop Group Members

An upcoming KPop group has teased its members on Thursday, ahead of its 2024 debut. According to NME, Big Planet Made Entertainment (BPM) revealed the KPop group BadVillain on April 4. Shortly after, BPM Entertainment revealed that BadVillain would consist of seven members. The teaser released this Thursday showcases the first four group members: Kelly, […]

Simone Biles, Gabby Douglas, and Suni Lee have something to prove for the US Championship (Op-Ed)

Simone Biles, Gabby Douglas, and Suni Lee have something to prove for the US Championship (Op-Ed)

This Saturday marks a pivotal moment in gymnastics history as three Olympic all-around champions—Simone Biles, Gabby Douglas, and Suni Lee—compete at the Core Hydration Classic. This event signifies more than just a competition; it is a gathering of legendary athletes, each embarking on their journey to Paris 2024 with something to prove. Simone Biles, widely […]

Disability advocate alleges assault by state senator with violent past (Op-Ed)

Disability advocate alleges assault by state senator with violent past (Op-Ed)

A disability rights activist has reported to the New York State Police that State Senator Kevin Parker assaulted him twice at the New York Capitol. Michael Carey, a prominent advocate whose son Jonathan died in state care, claimed the incident occurred after he sought Senator Parker’s support for a bill addressing disability discrimination. Carey described […]

U.S. implements floating pier to deliver aid to Gaza amid conflict

U.S. implements floating pier to deliver aid to Gaza amid conflict

The United States has taken a significant humanitarian initiative by constructing a floating dock to deliver aid to the Gaza Strip, aiming to alleviate severe shortages of food, water, and medical supplies. Due to ongoing Israeli restrictions and heavy fighting, trucks with vital supplies used this newly built dock to enter Gaza for the first […]

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