The US House of Representatives has never had a speaker who was not a member of Congress. But some Republicans have suggested that they would nominate former President Donald Trump for the role, after they ousted Kevin McCarthy in a stunning coup. Trump, who faces multiple criminal and civil lawsuits, has not ruled out the…
Dick Butkus was a force of nature on the football field. He was the leader of the defense, the captain of the team, and the nightmare of every quarterback. He played with passion, intensity, and intelligence. He was a master of reading the offense, anticipating the play, and delivering the hit. He was an eight-time…
Majority of Fast Food The most common response from consumers was, “A “value meal” at McDonalds now costs just as much as a meal at a lot of sit down restaurants like Applebee’s. It’s insane.” Fast food prices have risen due to a variety of factors. The recent pandemic caused disruptions in the food supply…
In a recent study titled “In God We Distrust: Christian Nationalism and Anti-Atheist Attitude”, sociologist Fanhao Nie from the University of Massachusetts Lowell explores the relationship between Christian nationalism and attitudes towards atheists in the United States. What is Christian Nationalism? Christian nationalism is a belief system that combines Christian identity with American national identity….
The following brands all have one thing in common, they did something that someone in the company thought was a good idea to increase revenue, instead they alienated their user base and paid the price. The lesson is know your customer before making decisions or you may not have one to serve.
In a surprising turn of events, the San Diego City Council has decided to join a lawsuit initiated by the City of Grants Pass. The lawsuit challenges the criminalization of sleeping in public places, a situation often faced by the homeless population. California Governor Gavin Newsom has also shown interest in the case, submitting a…
Investment banks and hedge funds, traditionally known for their strategic financial maneuvers, are now venturing into a new asset class: land that is currently above sea level but is predicted to become oceanfront property due to rising sea levels. The science is unequivocal: sea levels are on the rise. This data has prompted investment banks…
In a twist that could rival a Wall Street thriller, federal prosecutors have accused Anthony Viggiano, a former employee of the financial giants Goldman Sachs Group Inc. and Blackstone Inc., of securities fraud. The plot thickens as Viggiano is alleged to have tipped off two friends about over six deals he was privy to during…
Trump May Need to File Bankruptcy, Again. Donald Trump, the former U.S. president and billionaire businessman, is facing a series of legal troubles that could cost him more than his current net worth. According to Forbes, Trump’s net worth as of September 2021 is estimated at $2.5 billion, with most of his wealth tied up in…
The Big Chill: Understanding Antarctica’s Shrinking Ice Think of Antarctica as a giant ice cream sundae. But instead of whipped cream and a cherry on top, it’s covered in a layer of ice. Scientists have noticed that this “ice topping” is getting smaller. Breaking Records On September 10, 2023, the amount of sea ice (the…
