Day: January 29, 2025

Chappell Roan Prepares for Grammys

Chappell Roan Prepares for Grammys

With less than a week until her first Grammys appearance, Chappell Roan released an earnest social media post thanking her fans for their support during the biggest year of her career. The “Good Luck, Babe” singer has been nominated for six Grammys, including Best New Artist, where she’ll face off against Sabrina Carpenter, Doechii, and […]

Voice Star Ryan Whyte Maloney Dead at 44

Voice Star Ryan Whyte Maloney Dead at 44

On Monday, January 27, 2025, the Clark County Office of the Medical Examiner in Las Vegas, Nevada, confirmed that country music singer Ryan Whyte Maloney had died. He was 44.  Maloney rose to national attention in 2014 after auditioning for The Voice and obtaining a rare four-chair turnaround. He sang the Journey song “Lights.” He […]

Which Modern Books Could Be Considered Classics?

Which Modern Books Could Be Considered Classics?

What makes a “classic” novel such as “The Great Gatsby,” “The Catcher in the Rye,” and “To Kill a Mockingbird”? A classic novel must be able to stand the test of time with its complex characters and themes. It must remain relevant across different eras and continue to be read long after publication.  Classic novels […]

New York Jets Hire Aaron Glenn as Head Coach

New York Jets Hire Aaron Glenn as Head Coach

Aaron Glenn, a former defensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, has been hired as the new head coach of the New York Jets.  Glenn was the Jets’ first-round pick in 1994, and now he’s come back to take on the head coach role. This is truly a full-circle moment for Glenn as he rejoins the […]

Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Freeze on Aid

Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Freeze on Aid

A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump’s efforts to freeze aid for Medicaid and education after policies confused the country. There have been many reactions to the Trump administration’s freeze, such as fear, confusion, and even lawsuits. Nonprofit organizations including the National Council of Nonprofits have filed suit in federal court in Washington DC. […]

RFK Jr. Sits Senate Hearings

RFK Jr. Sits Senate Hearings

On Wednesday, January 29, 2025, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appeared in front of the US Senate to undergo extensive questioning before his appointment as head of the Department of Health and Human Services. President Trump nominated Kennedy.  Before questioning began, Kennedy addressed several concerns weighing on senators before his appointment. “News reports have claimed that […]

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