NVIDIA has come a long way since its founding in the early 1990s, growing from a niche graphics company into a global tech giant. Today, […]
Brown University: How Rare Is a Prolonged Search After a School Shooting?
In the modern era of U.S. school shootings, one pattern has been grimly consistent. The violence is usually over quickly, either because the shooter is apprehended at the scene or dies there. For all the differences among incidents, extended, multi-day manhunts for school shooters are exceptionally rare. The shooting at Brown University broke from that pattern, prompting questions about how unusual this scenario is and why it occurred. A Historical Pattern: The Incident Ends Where It Begins Since Columbine in 1999, most high-profile school shootings have ended in one of three ways: The shooter dies at the scene, often by…
The Death of Rob Reiner and Our Need for Answers
The deaths of filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, have shaken many people. The couple were found dead inside their Brentwood home, and Los Angeles police have since arrested their son, Nick Reiner, on suspicion of murder. He is being held without bail while the investigation continues. Police say they have not yet identified a motive. Even with these developments, there is still a lot we do not know. But that hasn’t stopped the rush to explain what happened. An Arrest Is Not the Same as an Answer When someone is arrested, it can feel like the…
The Earth Is Sending Us a Bill We Can’t Pay
The United Nations just released a major report about the health of our planet, and the findings are pretty serious. According to the UN, the way we produce food, use energy, and treat the environment is causing about $5 billion in damage every hour. Over a year, that adds up to $45 trillion in harm to the Earth. That number is so big it hardly seems real, which is part of the problem. Most people aren’t hearing about this report, and even when they do, it’s easy for it to get lost in the noise of daily life. But the…
Brown University: How Rare Is a Prolonged Search After a School Shooting?
In the modern era of U.S. school shootings, one pattern has been grimly consistent. The violence is usually over quickly, either because the shooter is…
The Death of Rob Reiner and Our Need for Answers
The deaths of filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, have shaken many people. The couple were found dead inside their Brentwood home,…
When Faith Meets the AI Bubble
Former Intel CEO Patrick Gelsinger’s latest career move has raised eyebrows far beyond the tech world. After stepping down from Intel and facing a shareholder…
AI Videos and the Future of Deception
Artificial intelligence is entering a new phase with the rise of tools like Meta’s "Vibes" and OpenAI’s Sora 2, which allow anyone to instantly generate…
The Earth Is Sending Us a Bill We Can’t Pay
The United Nations just released a major report about the health of our planet, and the findings are pretty serious. According to the UN, the…
The Universe’s End May Come Sooner
New research into dark energy is raising big questions about the future of the universe. Dark energy is the mysterious force that’s pushing galaxies apart…
Broken Dreams at Publishers Clearing House
Publishers Clearing House began in the 1950s as a direct mail business focused on magazine subscriptions. Over the decades it became a household name, largely…
Is Google Killing Android Sideloading?
Sideloading is the process of installing apps on a smartphone from outside the official app store. On Android, this has long been a feature that…
The Growing Crisis in Global HIV/AIDS Care
In late 2025, a troubling yet under-covered shift has begun reshaping the global fight against HIV/AIDS. Major funding cuts from Western governments—including long-standing contributors—are destabilizing…
A Deepening Crisis: Healthcare in Rural America
In the United States, the challenges facing rural healthcare are growing more acute. Though often less visible than urban medical issues, the strain on rural…
ICE’s Reckless Raids Target Native Citizens
The Trump administration’s aggressive immigration enforcement has placed Indigenous communities in the crosshairs, with the Navajo Nation now forced to respond to alarming reports of […]
The Pixel 4a and the Problem of Obsolescence
At the start of 2025, Google implemented a program for Pixel 4a users that reignited debates about planned obsolescence in technology. The Pixel 4a Battery […]
Sanctuaries Under Siege: A Cruel Policy
The recent decision by the Trump administration to revoke a long-standing directive barring federal immigration authorities from conducting enforcement actions in sensitive locations is a […]
Elon, DOGE, and the ‘Salute’
Elon Musk’s involvement in the Trump administration, particularly through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), raises significant concerns about the trajectory of U.S. governance. While […]
America’s New Robber Barons Rise Again
As the United States ushers in a new administration, there is a growing sense of déjà vu. A return to an era when wealth and […]
Meta’s Betrayal of LGBTQ+ Inclusion
Meta’s recent decision to loosen content moderation rules on issues such as gender identity and sexual orientation is not an isolated incident. Instead, it fits […]
L.A. Wildfires: A Crisis of Neglect
As Los Angeles grapples with multiple devastating wildfires, including the Palisades, Eaton, Hurst, and Woodley fires, questions about preparedness and leadership are burning as hot […]
Are We Better Off Without TikTok?
Over the past few years, TikTok has cemented itself as one of the most influential social media platforms in the world. With its addictive short-form […]
2025 Begins with Domestic Terror Strikes
The dawn of 2025 has been overshadowed by two tragic and disturbing events that underscore the persistent threat of domestic terrorism in the United States. […]