The Trump administration’s latest gambit to ‘streamline’ government involves none other than Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, two tech-industry icons now moonlighting as public-sector efficiency […]
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…
Vaccine Skepticism: A Public Health Challenge
The United States is witnessing a troubling trend: a decline in childhood vaccination rates, coupled with an increase in vaccine exemptions. Recent data from the […]
CHS: Medical Reality or Anti-Weed Hype?
As cannabis use has surged in recent years, so too has the conversation around a condition known as Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS). Characterized by severe […]
The Fragile “Trump Trade” Surge
The financial markets have been riding a wave of optimism, driven by expectations of a favorable economic environment under the newly elected administration. Stocks have […]
Media in the 2024 Election: Strategies, Biases, and Accountability
As the 2024 U.S. presidential election concluded, it left behind more than just the results—it offered a clear view of the media’s immense influence on […]
Whooping Cough Surge Could Become Health Crisis
As 2024 unfolds, the United States faces a significant health crisis: the resurgence of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough. Reports from the Centers for […]
Starlink: When Connectivity Comes at a Cost
In an increasingly connected world, reliable internet access is a bridge to opportunity, providing resources for education, healthcare, and economic growth. Elon Musk’s Starlink, a […]
Lessons from the Chase Bank TikTok Glitch
In today’s digital age, viral trends spread like wildfire, often luring people into unexpected situations, some harmless, others not so much. One such trend recently […]
CDC Updates Pneumonia, COVID-19 Vaccines
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recently announced significant changes to vaccination recommendations, expanding access to protect more individuals from pneumococcal pneumonia and COVID-19. The […]
iPhone SE 4 Leak: Modern Design, Familiar Mission
The iPhone SE has always represented a delicate balance in Apple’s lineup, offering modern performance at a lower price point by wrapping it in older, […]