The 2025 Miss America winner was crowned on Sunday, January 5. Abbie Stockard, crowned Miss Alabama in June, took home the crown and $55,000. Stockard is a 22-year-old nursing student and cheerleader for Auburn University. The competition saw 51 competitors—one for every US state, Washington DC, and Puerto Rico. The pageant was historical, with Annette […]
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Not Just a Trend of the Week; Maximalism is Here to Stay
Popularized through social media apps like Pinterest and TikTok, Maximalism became a massive trend among Gen Z in 2024. Embracing the “more is more” mentality, young adults showed off their whimsy by playing with mismatched patterns, large accessories, and bright colors. Maximalism even became a trend for home decor, with people embracing trinkets and tchotchkes […]
South Korea’s Political Crisis: A Test for Democracy
South Korea, a beacon of democracy in East Asia, finds itself embroiled in a political crisis that challenges the resilience of its democratic institutions. This crisis, stemming from a combination of political corruption scandals, polarized public opinion, and strained inter-party relationships, raises crucial questions about the robustness of democratic governance in the country. At the […]
Chloe Fineman Makes Broadway Debut
Chloe Fineman, one of SNL’s most well-known current cast members, made her Broadway debut on January 2, 2025, starring in All In: Comedy About Love By Simon Rich. Fineman, who joined the SNL cast in 2019, studied drama at New York University and performed theater in Ithaca before her comedy career took off. She always […]
Trump Lashes Out at Biden and Newsom as Fires Rage Across California
On Wednesday, as wildfires ravaged some of Los Angeles’ most iconic neighborhoods and thousands watched as their homes burned to the ground, President-elect Donald Trump took to social media to air out his grievances – and blame California Governor Gavin Newsom and sitting President Joe Biden for the natural disaster. On Truth Social, Trump posted, […]
Los Angeles Wildfires: A City Under Siege
Los Angeles, a city known for its glitz, glamour, and breathtaking landscapes, finds itself increasingly vulnerable to wildfires. With its Mediterranean climate, dry brush, and Santa Ana winds, the region has become a powder keg during wildfire season. In recent years, these fires have grown in frequency and intensity, leaving destruction and despair in their […]
Trump Hush Money Sentencing to Proceed
President-elect Donald J. Trump is set to face sentencing in New York on Friday, January 10. He was found guilty in May of 2024 for falsifying records regarding payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels in exchange for her silence regarding their 2006 affair during his 2016 Presidential campaign. Earlier this month, Trump requested […]
The Most Anticipated TV Shows of 2025
A New Year means new releases, and without strikes to delay the production time of shows, fans are getting treated in 2025. 2025 will see some new shows but also some familiar returns. Some returns include Tim Burton’s “Wednesday” returning for a second season on Netflix and “The Last of Us” on Max. Fans can […]
Prosecutors Uncover Additional Criminal Conduct by Mayor Eric Adams
On Monday, January 6, 2025, Federal Prosecutors revealed that New York Mayor Eric Adams was involved with additional criminal activity beyond the bribery charges he faced in September 2024. Adams has been accused of accepting money from the Turkish government, which allegedly prompted him to report back to them on the status of a Turkish […]
All the Best Looks from the Golden Globes
The Golden Globes – the biggest night for film and television stars – was held on Sunday, January 5. Before the award ceremony began, some of Hollywood’s most glamorous celebrities descended the red carpet. One of the best-dressed celebrities of the night was the queen of AMC herself, Nicole Kidman. In a subtle nod to […]
Ilona Maher Plays First Game for Bristol Bears
Ilona Maher has been stunning the world – from beautiful performances on Dancing With the Stars to helping the USA win bronze in women’s rugby at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Now, she’s setting off on a new adventure across the pond, competing for the Bristol Bears. On January 5, 2025, Maher played in her first […]
Justin Trudeau Resigns as Canadian Prime Minister
On Monday, January 6, 2025, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced he would step down as the country’s leader. The Canadian Parliament will remain in prorogued suspension—pausing all debates and votes—until March 24. The Liberal Party will convene this week to discuss selecting a new leader. Trudeau’s resignation announcement comes amid several country crises and […]
