Month: December 2025

Today, The Epstein Files are Set to be Fully Released

Today, The Epstein Files are Set to be Fully Released

On November 19th, 2025, the Epstein Files Transparency Act was signed by the president of the United States, Donald Trump, after successfully passing through the House and Senate. The Transparency Act requires the Department of Justice to release all unclassified records, communications, documents, and other materials related to Jeffrey Epstein and associates within 30 days […]

We Need To Be Wary Of GM Adding Apple Music App To Vehicles

We Need To Be Wary Of GM Adding Apple Music App To Vehicles

Apple Music is on its way to becoming a permanent feature in certain future General Motors (GM) vehicles. This comes after the motor company previously announced getting rid of Apple CarPlay in its electric vehicles. GM hopes that this change will allow customers to have a fuller experience, expanding the catalog of listenable music, playlists, […]

Do Book Bans Protect Children or Only Silence Ideas?

Do Book Bans Protect Children or Only Silence Ideas?

The banning of books has always been a controversial topic in the United States. The country was founded on principles of freedom, the freedom to say what you wish and to express yourself how you see fit, so long as it does not infringe on the rights of others.  To have books banned in such […]

Are Wellness Influencers Spreading Misinformation?

Are Wellness Influencers Spreading Misinformation?

Social media influencers are the celebrities of the digital world, having the attention of millions of people across the world when they post online. These influencers typically have a certain topic or subject they make most of their post about, with common examples being political commentators, news reporters, and lifestyle advisors. A particular subgenre that […]

Is Technology Removing the Human Element from Sports?

Is Technology Removing the Human Element from Sports?

Sports have been a constant that exists in every culture across the planet. They serve as ways to show off the physical and mental prowess of the members of our society and as a healthy way to entertain the players and audiences. As society has advanced, technology has been integrated into many sports and has […]

Mamdani Makes Major Headway in Establishing His Safety Agency

Mamdani Makes Major Headway in Establishing His Safety Agency

As the new year approaches, the New York City mayoral election winner, Zohran Mamdani, has focused heavily on prepping his new administration for the road ahead. With many watchful eyes on the controversial progressive policies Mamdani hopes to implement, his plans for a Safety Agency have raised the most eyebrows. Recently, it seems that he […]

Are Video Games Finally Being Taken Seriously as Art?

Are Video Games Finally Being Taken Seriously as Art?

What is considered art has been a long-debated question for centuries. When the first movies were created, many considered them a novel piece of entertainment but lacking in the emotional complexity that true art provided. However, over time, directors began to explore the potential of film and began writing incredible narratives that left audiences speechless. […]

Will The Dopamine Beauty Trend Stick?

Will The Dopamine Beauty Trend Stick?

The Beauty industry has seen many online trends come and go, but there are a decent number that either stay around or resurface in the cycle of pop culture. Dopamine beauty is one of those beauty trends. Gaining popularity in 2022, the Dopamine beauty trend involves participants incorporating fun and playful colors and textures into […]

Gerrymandering, The Method Politicians use to Rig Elections

Gerrymandering, The Method Politicians use to Rig Elections

Gerrymandering is defined as the political manipulation of electoral district boundaries to give an advantage to a certain political group, party, or economic class. This manipulation usually comes in the form of “cracking” and “packing” the districts, which dilutes the voting power of your opponents while concentrating your own. Gerrymandering is the blatant abuse of […]

NYC Should Welcome More Vintage Dressup Events

NYC Should Welcome More Vintage Dressup Events

Holiday traditions vary across the United States, from culture to even different events specific to certain cities. New York City is no stranger to seasonal events for visitors and locals to enjoy, but nothing is more attention-grabbing than its holiday train rides. The New York Transit Museum and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) collaborate annually […]

Rob Reiner’s Son Charged with Two Counts of 1st Degree Murder

Rob Reiner’s Son Charged with Two Counts of 1st Degree Murder

On December 14th, Rob Reiner and Michele Reiner were found dead in their Los Angeles home with multiple stab wounds. They were discovered by their youngest child, Romy, who reported the murders to the police. Nick Reiner, the son of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Reiner, was arrested that same day. He, not resisting […]

Cooking Classes Need To Be A Requirement In Schools

Cooking Classes Need To Be A Requirement In Schools

​For as obsessed Americans are with food, cooking is a skill that only a dedicated portion of the population actively learn. That isn’t to say that interest in the field waned; cooking shows have done wonders to increase interest in trying new recipes. Even social media has sparked an interest in cooking among younger generations, […]

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