In democratic societies, political leaders are elected to represent the people, but a growing disconnect between representation and reality has become apparent. This divergence raises the question: are political leaders truly addressing public needs, or are they driven by personal agendas, partisan interests, or external influences? Representation in governance implies aligning with the aspirations, concerns, […]
Month: December 2024
2025’s Must Reads for College Students
From increasing student loans to caffeine-free all nighters, one’s college experience is often considered a pivotal experience. Students may subsequently sacrifice their mental health and find themselves within “The Unachievable Goal” Paradox. Doing so may result in mindless scrolling and a lack of slow-reading. Rather than leaving their bookshelves barren, college students of any and all […]
Prince to be Honored With Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
The 2025 Grammy Awards will honor several musicians and artists for their contributions to music throughout their lifetimes. The shortlist for the latest group of honorees includes mostly under-recognized artists, with one exception – Prince. Prince won seven Grammys throughout his career and had three albums inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. Despite the […]
Biden Pardons Death Row Inmates
On Monday, December 23, President Joe Biden pardoned 37 of the 40 men currently held on federal death row. The presidential action marks a historic move against capital punishment – a policy Biden opposes. “Make no mistake: I condemn these murderers, grieve for the victims of their despicable acts, and ache for all the families […]
The Global Impact of Political Protests: From Iran to Hong Kong
Political protests have emerged as a profound force for social and political change, resonating across the globe. From the streets of Tehran to the bustling avenues of Hong Kong, these movements reflect the universal human pursuit of justice, freedom, and dignity. In Iran, the death of Mahsa Amini in 2022 sparked nationwide protests, fueled by […]
Gio Urshela Signs With The Athletics
Christmas came early for the Oakland Athletics this year. The Major League Baseball team secured a much-needed third baseman after signing Gio Urshela to the team on Sunday, December 22. Agreeing to a one-year contract with the team, Urshela will receive a base salary of $2.15 million and up to $400,000 in incentives. The 33-year-old […]
How Blowing Up on TikTok is Hindering Artist’s Reputations
Social media platforms have changed the way artists are discovered. Artists like Bella Poarch and Ashnikko have blown up overnight, spreading their songs across TikTok like wildfires. The fame doesn’t last, though, at least not in the way these artists would hope. Many people hail TikTok for giving artists an easy outlet to spread their […]
Matt Gaetz Ethics Report Released
After narrowly avoiding a government shutdown, the Ethics Committee of the House of Representatives released an 11-page ledger revealing former Representative Matt Gaetz paid multiple women for drugs and sex. The ledger shows payments linked to accounts that belonged to Gaetz between 2017 and 2020 and spent tens of thousands of dollars. “Representative Gaetz appears […]
Luigi Mangione Pleads Not Guilty In New York State Charges
On Monday, December 23, Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in broad daylight on the street outside of his New York City hotel on December 4, was arraigned in court. Mangione faced charges in a federal arraignment the week prior and has also faced charges in Pennsylvania – the […]
Luigi Mangione Returns to New York to Face Federal Charges
On Thursday, December 19, Luigi Mangione, the alleged killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was transported to New York to face federal charges. A mob of armed NYPD officers in military tactical gear, FBI, and New York Mayor Eric Adams paraded Mangione in a perp walk from the helicopter that transported him from Pennsylvania. Images […]
From the Sidelines to the Boardroom: Athletes Turned Entrepreneurs
The journey from the playing field to the corporate world is one many athletes are navigating successfully, transforming their fame, discipline, and strategic thinking into business ventures. From launching global brands to investing in startups, athletes are proving they can thrive off the field as entrepreneurs. One of the most notable examples is Michael Jordan, […]
Trump and Alaska: Gas and Oil Dispute
Devastations to Alaska’s ecosystem have sparked controversy between the Trump administration and 2018 Alaskan governor-elect, Mike Dunleavy. To restore the region’s natural habitat, Dunleavy advocates for oil and gas exploration in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Dunleavy seeks both a state-specific executive order and formation of a Cabinet-level task force. Each was presented to […]
