Before the internet, adolescent mischief was typically confined to local dares and playground pranks. In the digital age, however, those same impulses can now be […]
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…
Who Controls Hollywood Next? Netflix, WBD, and Paramount Collide
Netflix’s proposed purchase of key assets from Warner Bros. Discovery, followed by Paramount’s attempt to block the deal and substitute its own offer, has become one of the most significant media-industry power struggles in decades. While the negotiations are still unfolding and regulatory review has yet to begin in earnest, the outcome could reshape how movies, television, and streaming are produced, distributed, and consumed. Recently, Netflix reached an agreement with Warner Bros. Discovery to acquire the company’s studio and streaming businesses, including Warner Bros. Pictures, HBO and Max, DC Entertainment, TNT Sports, and the vast Warner content library. Under the…
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,…
Did Hegseth Order an Illegal Hit?
Recent reporting has thrust U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) chief Pete Hegseth into a serious and growing controversy: the possible ordering of a military strike…
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…
New U.S. Visa Fee Sparks Backlash
Travelers entering the United States on nonimmigrant visas are now facing a new financial hurdle. As part of the recently enacted One Big Beautiful Bill […]
Vanishing Rights at Alligator Alcatraz
Alligator Alcatraz, the nickname given to Florida’s new migrant detention facility located deep in the Everglades, has quickly become a focal point of controversy. Officially […]
Ozempic’s New Side Effect: More Demand
New research presented at a major endocrinology conference has added another layer of complexity to the growing demand for popular weight loss medications like Ozempic […]
Real Political Parties, Not Billionaire Toys
The idea of a multi-party political system has long appealed to Americans disillusioned by the polarization of the current two-party structure. Voters frustrated by partisan […]
Texas Knew and It Still Flooded
Over the Independence Day weekend, a catastrophic flood struck central Texas, leaving more than 80 people dead and dozens more missing. In the early hours […]
What the Diddy Acquittals Really Mean
In a previous blog post, we covered the arrest of Sean “Diddy” Combs on federal sex-trafficking charges, a case that drew national attention due to […]
Hackers Target Airlines for Data Theft
A hacking collective known as Scattered Spider has recently expanded its focus toward North American airlines. The FBI and CISA have issued alerts linking the […]
Cyber Threat Looms After Iran Strikes
A recent U.S. airstrike campaign targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities has prompted mixed assessments about its effectiveness. While officials in Washington and Tel Aviv hailed the […]
Moon Strike Could Trigger Meteors
This is a follow-up to our earlier post about asteroid 2024 YR4, a near-Earth object that drew international attention for its initially uncertain trajectory. While […]