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Republicans and Generation Z: Like oil and water
Generation Z is the cohort of people born between the mid-1990s and 2012, succeeding Millennials. Hence, they are roughly between 11 and 30 and have grown up in a world that is highly connected and globalized, with access to a vast array of information. GenZ is...
Trump in 2024? Republican candidate says out loud what they’re all thinking
In a recent interview with Newsweek, Larry Elder, a potential 2024 Republican Party presidential nominee, presented his case for why Donald Trump has no chance of being re-elected in 2024. Elder, who gained recognition as a candidate in California's gubernatorial recall vote in 2021, asserts that...
Smash-and-grab NYC: Manhattan restaurants getting hit often, owners want more police presence
In recent months, Manhattan restaurant owners have faced an alarming surge in smash-and-grab burglaries, leaving them grappling with financial losses and a sense of vulnerability. The Lower East Side, in particular, has experienced a significant increase in such incidents, leading to frustration and concerns about the...
President Biden uses a CPAP: What is it, and sleep apnea?
Sleep plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health and well-being and it's essential for everyone, including influential figures like President Joe Biden, to prioritize their sleep quality. Recent reports have revealed that President Biden has started using a medical device commonly used to treat sleep...
Kim Jong Un: Health concerns rise amidst alleged weight gain, smoking, and boozing
In recent years, the health of North Korea's enigmatic leader, Kim Jong Un, has become a subject of intense speculation and concern. Reports from spies in the South suggest that the tyrant's weight has skyrocketed to over 300 pounds, indicating a serious issue with his physical...
Women’s workforce explosion: Will AI disrupt surging female success in labor market?
In recent years, there has been a remarkable increase in the number of women employed in the United States. The labor force participation rate for women between the ages of 25 and 54 reached a record high in April and May, bouncing back from the challenges...
Former Trump DHS official: Prepare for Jan. 6 scenario if former president loses in court
In recent discussions on MSNBC, Miles Taylor, the former chief of staff for the Department of Homeland Security in the Trump administration, raised concerns about the potential for another Jan. 6-style attack if former President Donald Trump loses his court cases. Taylor's insights shed light on...
Supreme Court rejects Alabama’s racist attempt to dilute the Black vote
Roberts and Kavanaugh... That probably answers your question but we hope you continue reading. The U.S. Supreme Court made a notable ruling, with a 5-4 decision against the congressional maps drawn in Alabama. The Court declared that these maps were the result of racist gerrymandering. This...
Massachusetts: Surprisingly antisemitic?
Massachusetts has long been hailed as a bastion of progressivism, a state known for its commitment to social justice, diversity, tolerance, and high education. With a rich history of producing influential political figures and a reputation for enacting sensible legislation, it's no wonder that many view...
Australian gov’t looks to ban Nazi symbols
The Australian government plans to introduce legislation to ban swastikas and other Nazi symbols nationwide in response to an increase in far-right activity, according to Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus. While some Australian states already prohibit these symbols, the federal law would expand the ban to include the...
“I’m a person… I want to be powerful:” Google and BING created AI machines with feelings?
Well, this is scary if true. According to a report from BBC, Google, last year, fired one of its engineers who went public saying the company's artificial intelligence system has feelings. Blake Lemoine's June 2022 statement caused uproar in the tech industry: his belief that Google's...
Too Horny and Explicit? “AI Girlfriend” Chatbot Going Rogue
Artificial intelligence has once again demonstrated its unpredictable nature, as an influencer's attempt to create a rentable "AI girlfriend" has taken an unintended turn. Caryn Marjorie, a Snapchat influencer, admitted in an interview with Insider that the voice-based chatbot she created to mimic her speech and...
White supremacist groups aiming to enlist U.S. military personnel for attacks on minorities
Experts have informed Military.com that hate-filled groups such as Atomwaffen - also known as National Socialist Order - are looking to tap into the military by recruiting members to carry out terrorist attacks on minority communities. In March this year, the U.S. Intelligence declared in their...
Study: Marijuana can promote leaner physiques and reduce diabetes risks, BUT…
Frequent marijuana users are often characterized as having the munchies but maintaining a surprisingly slim physique. How can that be? Researchers at the University of California, Irvine, may have uncovered the reason behind this phenomenon. However, they caution that the perceived health benefits come at a...
On tap in CA: Cannabis cafes with food and drink?
California, known for its progressive stance on cannabis, is taking a step further by considering a bill that could allow cannabis cafes to offer food and non-alcoholic drinks alongside legal marijuana. The bill, which recently passed the state assembly with bipartisan support, grants localities the authority...
5 important Memorial Day facts
Memorial Day, a holiday that holds significant historical and cultural importance in the United States, is often associated with various traditions and activities. From its origins in the aftermath of the American Civil War to its present-day commemoration, here are five key things to know about...
Poll: High majorities of Blacks already committed to not voting for DeSantis or Trump in 2024
According to a recent Washington Post-Ipsos poll, a significant majority of Black voters, 67%, have already crossed Governor Ron DeSantis off their consideration list for president in 2024. Although DeSantis fares slightly better with Black voters compared to former President Donald Trump, with 78% of respondents...
Texas: Open (killing) season on BLM supporters… of ANY color?
Greg Abbott, the Republican Governor of Texas, has been facing major criticism from legal experts after claiming that he is moving quickly to pardon a man convicted of killing a racial justice protester in 2020. The governor's actions have caused an uproar, and rightfully so. On...
The Real Reasons Stores Such as Walmart and Starbucks are Closing in Big Cities
In recent years, major retail chains like Walmart, Starbucks, Nordstrom, Whole Foods, and CVS have been closing stores in major US cities, sparking concerns about the future of retail in prominent downtown areas. To reinvent downtown retail, it is imperative to embrace significant changes and create...
No surprise there – Thomas holds highest unfavorability rating among Supreme Court Justices: Poll
According to a recent poll conducted by Marquette Law School, Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has surpassed Brett Kavanaugh as the least popular justice, holding the highest unfavorability rating among all Supreme Court justices. The national poll, conducted over a 10-day period in May 2023, revealed...
Understanding the low volunteer rate among churchgoers
According to a new Lifeway Research survey, less than one-third (30%) of churchgoers reported volunteering for a charity or ministry in the previous year. The survey, which included 1,002 American Protestant churchgoers, also revealed that a majority of congregations encourage their members to actively engage in...
School removed a quote from Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel, ironically proving his point
This story was first reported by WHYY. Pennsylvania's Central Bucks School District recently passed a controversial policy that bans teachers from engaging in or promoting “advocacy activities” and displaying symbols like Pride flags or "any banner, poster, sign, sticker, pin, button, insignia, paraphernalia, photograph, or other similar material that...
Stimulus checks, vaccines, and more: You’ve experienced the fastest economic revival in 30 years
The number of people in their prime-age bracket who are employed has exceeded its previous highest point prior to the pandemic. With the most recent US labor market stats, a remarkable development has been noticed - the percentage of 25-54-year-olds in employment is exceeding even pre-pandemic...
Somewhat disapprove: Why Biden’s approval ratings are very misleading
From a historical standpoint, President Joe Biden's approval ratings haven't been stellar - But in these days of extreme polarization, what would have been poor years ago could conceivably be fairly decent today. On March 29, 2023, Biden's Quinnipiac job approval rating sat at only 37%...
Secret annual meeting of the world’s elite will focus on A.I.
Unveiling the Secrets of the Bilderberg Meeting: The Intersection of AI and Global Leadership In the realm of global elites, where the world's most influential business and political figures gather, there exists a clandestine event known as the Bilderberg Meeting. This exclusive gathering, currently taking place...
Corroboration: More women speak out about Trump’s alleged sexual predation during presidency
New revelations are emerging about former President Donald Trump's alleged sexual misconduct during his time in the White House. Several women have come forward to share their experiences, shedding light on a pattern of behavior that was seemingly tolerated and allowed to continue. Trump's Alleged Predatory...
White supremacists: Not all are (Anglo) white
The recent mass shooting at a mall in Allen, Texas, committed by a man named Mauricio Garcia, has once again highlighted the complex ways in which race operates in the United States. Despite being confirmed by multiple news sources as a racist, anti-Semitic, and misogynistic individual...
Majority of Americans support a ban on all tobacco products, according to CDC survey
A new survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that a majority of Americans support a ban on all tobacco products. The poll, published in the peer-reviewed journal Preventing Chronic Disease, asked participants if they would support policies for a ban...
The college dropout rate at four-year colleges – Reason for concern?
During my college freshman orientation, a motivational speaker told my class of bright-eyed and bushy-tailed 17 and 18 years olds, "Look around you, now, because one of three of you won't graduate." At the time, I thought that number was a bit high, and even today...
Poll: More numbers reveal why Trump’s winning a second term is an uphill battle
A recent poll conducted by conservative outlet Fox News has shed light on the public's perception of the mental soundness of former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden. The survey results indicate that a majority of Americans harbor doubts about the mental fitness of both...
Germany mass shooting: Shooter was right-wing extremist who believed women to be inferior
Germany is facing a concerning rise in both violent crime and far-right extremism. This increase in criminal activity has been linked to feelings of alienation, poverty, lack of education, and a growing sense of insecurity among many people in the country. To truly combat these issues,...
Robots in department stores on the rise?
If you've ever been to Currys, Decathlon in Spain, or Lowe's stores near San Francisco, you may have encountered a retail robot. Expect them to be relatively common soon as ABI Research recently predicted that the utilization of these examples is just the beginning of something...
Tucker Carlson’s latest text revelation: Oh, this is really bad
This is bad. Really, really bad. And although he seemed to eventually catch himself, perhaps the damage had been done. In the wake of Fox News's $787.5 million defamation lawsuit settlement with Dominion Voting Systems, Tucker Carlson, the most watched, most controversial "news" commentator was fired....
‘They’re ready for executions’: Has the Republican Party become ‘violently’ radicalized?
For years, author Jeff Sharlet has conversed with conservatives and uncovered a worrying trend - many of them are willing to take violent action against those with opposing political views. And, he's not referring to groups like the Proud Boys. The normal family down the street...
U.S.: Why pedestrian deaths have surged by more than 70% since 2010
Pedestrian deaths have surged by more than 70% in the United States since 2010, with trucks playing a key role in the increase, according to safe-streets advocates. According to federal crash data compiled by The Hill, vehicles hit and killed 7,388 pedestrians in 2021, compared to...
Sensor can detect cancer early with just a piece of paper and urine sample
A team of MIT engineers has developed a new nanoparticle sensor that can detect cancer at an early stage using a simple piece of paper and a urine sample. When the nanoparticles detect a tumor, they start shedding short DNA sequences, which are excreted in urine....
Senate Republicans pushed back on bill that would examine the use of cannabis in helping veterans with pain and PTSD
On Wednesday, Senate Republicans surprisingly voted against a bipartisan bill that would require the VA to investigate the potential therapeutic benefits of cannabis for veterans with PTSD and chronic pain. The bill was intended to create more research-based evidence on the use of marijuana as a...
“Our beloved Tucker Carlson:” Russian TV propagandists not happy over dismissal (Video)
You can’t make this up…. Kremlin pundits were upset after hearing that Tucker Carlson had been let go from Fox News - and speculated on air that he would end up in prison as a result. During the months leading up to his dismissal from Fox...
Genetic genealogy cracked two decades-old violent rape cases in PA and MI
Genetic genealogy is an effective method that uses DNA testing to trace and verify ancestral connections between individuals. By comparing DNA sequences and analyzing genetic markers, genetic genealogy can help identify shared ancestry and reveal previously unknown familial connections. It can also be used to trace...
Think before you click: Internet spam will be getting a lot more sophisticated
Fraudsters are always finding new ways to get their notifications into your inbox. While spam filters have become more advanced, they often don't keep up with the constantly changing tactics of those who wish to defraud unsuspecting people. ChatGPT has made a revolutionary breakthrough in the...
Donald Trump: Rape trial lawsuit details
Jury selection is set to start Tuesday in the case filed by former advice columnist E. Jean Carroll Donald Trump's treatment of women has long been a source of controversy, and now his alleged misconduct is being put to the test in a court of law....
20 percent of Russia’s prison recruits in Ukraine have HIV?
We don't hear about it as much as we did in the 1980s and 1990s, but HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is still around. However, it's now considered a chronic manageable condition rather than a death sentence, and people living with HIV can lead healthy lives with...
Why AI is a nightmare for the music industry
Major record labels are attempting to protect their copyrighted material by trying to prevent AI companies from utilizing it to train bots and produce new music. When an accomplished San Antonio musician friend praised an AI-generated song six weeks ago, I knew he was on to...
TX man shot cheerleaders who mistakenly thought his vehicle was their own
According to CNN, a man in Texas was arrested after he allegedly shot two teenage cheerleaders in a parking lot. It is speculated that one of the girls initially mistook his vehicle for hers, which may have prompted the incident. One of the teens was airlifted...
Joe Manchin vs Jim Justice: Senator’s re-election chances not looking good against possible MAGA opponent
Democrats often stay angry with him because he doesn’t always fall in line, but Sen. Joe Manchin is, by far, the best the Party can do in ultra-MAGA West Virginia. Moreover, he caucuses with the Party, supports Democrats for committee heads, and is often open to...
“AI chatbots might have some sentience (emotion),” says top expert
The term “sentient” is used several times in the video below and it means “able to perceive or feel things.” An Artificial Intelligence (AI) philosopher suggests that certain chatbots may show traces of consciousness. However, he suggested this doesn't always equate to the same level of...
TX: Man sentenced to 70 years for spitting at police officers
The justice system in Texas is particularly strict and maybe a bit biased. Earlier this week, a Black man was sentenced to spend 70 years in prison for spitting at police officers while getting arrested. On Wednesday, a jury in Lubbock, TX convicted 36-year-old Larry Pearson...
Trump indictments: Forget about NYC, the Mar-a-Lago documents scandal is Trump’s biggest problem
Former President Donald Trump was in possession of classified documents he should not have had. And most of us are well aware of that.Of course, he could claim that he knew nothing about the documents. In fact, he could assert his staff had packed them into...
AI-generated newscasters? It’s already happening
Where's Dan Rather when you need him? It may not be too long before AI-powered anchors start replacing human ones on TV news. Companies have been exploring this option in order to help save money and resources. The Kuwaiti media outlet, AI Kuwait News, has recently...
Some people will fall in love (romantically) with AIs, former Google CEO warns
Eric Schmidt, who formally held the role of Google CEO and is a co-author of the book 'The Age of AI,' expresses his concern that humans may begin to form strong emotional connections with AI. "Imagine a world where you have an AI tutor that increases...
AI’s eventual impact on job loss: Reasons for concern – and optimism
AI can automate the most annoying parts of your job. But what if it can do your whole job? Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we interact with machines. Generative AI chatbots like ChatGPT have made it possible for us to automate mundane tasks, from summarizing...
The new job numbers: Why it’s good news for workers
Last Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the economy had obtained 236,000 new jobs in March which is lower than in prior months but still a good indication of growth in the labor market. Even with large-scale layoffs in certain sectors, the general labor market...
How frighteningly realistic: AI company creates fake images that look too real
Artificial intelligence (AI) is really getting powerful - and it's still in its infancy. And yes, the cover image is obviously fake. Scary. Recently, images of Donald Trump being apprehended and Pope Francis wearing a Balenciaga coat started circulating the web making many people double-check. However,...
Violence: Assessing MAGA threat level from Trump’s arrest
Prior to former President Donald Trump's court appearance in New York this afternoon, certain online threats carrying calls for violence have surfaced. Nevertheless, US officials asserted that the conversation is largely unstructured, sporadic, and missing the detailed pre-planning which was a hallmark of the January 6,...
Twenty-five percent of college applicants exclude certain states for political reasons
A recently conducted survey that is gaining attention from the world of education has revealed that 1 in 4 potential college applicants have opted out of applying to a college simply due to that state's political environment. For a while, rumors had been spreading in college...
Nashville shooter bought 7 guns, including assault weapons, LEGALLY despite being treated for emotional issues
According to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, the assailant responsible for the Covenant Church School attack was legally permitted to acquire and use the weapons used in this heartbreaking tragedy. Police suspect 28-year-old Audrey Hale, a transgender former student of the ill-fated school, to be responsible...
Study: AI could impact 80 percent of the American workforce
Are we ready for the era of Artificial Intelligence (AI)? It will likely be bigger than the birth of the internet. Some say, much bigger. A recent study by OpenAI, OpenResearch, and the University of Pennsylvania suggests that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to affect...
Democrats and Republicans agree: A college diploma is not the ultimate solution to success
As a child of the 1970s and 80s, I remember when society reinforced the notion that a college degree was the golden ticket to good jobs and economic stability. However, the lack of available workers has caused political leaders and employers to rethink their stance on...
Expert: Texas’ Houston takeover isn’t about fixing schools — it’s about “racism and political power”
By the state’s own standards, the Houston school system is not failing When the state of Texas took over Houston's public school district on March 15, 2023, it made the district one of more than 100 school districts in the nation that have experienced similar state takeovers during the past...
Fox News: Second (and larger) defamation lawsuit on tap?
Dominion Voting Systems, a company that creates voting machines used in some states, has filed a $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit against Fox News, alleging that the media corporation and some of its pundits spread conspiracy theories about Dominion’s equipment and allowed guests to make false statements...
Prediction: 50 percent of new car sales will be EVs by 2035
Goldman Sachs' recent research report showed that by 2035, electronic vehicles (EVs) are expected to account for around half of all new car sales globally. This illustrates the huge potential for EV growth in the near future. As more and more people understand the perks of...
Fox News: Will defamation lawsuit tank ratings?
Dominion Voting Systems, a company that creates voting machines used in some states, has filed a $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit against Fox News, alleging that the media corporation and some of its pundits spread conspiracy theories about Dominion's equipment and allowed guests to make false statements...
Despite eased COVID restrictions, masks still popular with Japanese
Initially reported by JapanToday.com, the results of a survey show that a quarter of Japanese people intend to keep wearing masks in social situations even after the COVID-19 measures on face coverings are no longer necessary on Monday. The online survey, conducted in February by Laibo...
TX man sues ex-wife’s pals for millions for allegedly helping her get abortion pills
A man from Texas is filing a wrongful death suit against three of his ex-wife's acquaintances due to their alleged involvement in her obtaining abortion drugs last year. The lawsuit, which is seeking over a million dollars from each of the three defendants as well as...
Robert Reich tweets video: Defamation law may be one of our most effective weapons against right-wing media lies
Robert Reich, American professor, author, lawyer, political commentator, and former U.S. Secretary of Labor (1993-97), is one of Twitter's top political influencers, often enlightening the platform with a combination of wisdom and factual data. Yesterday, Reich offered the encouraging tweet below, suggesting the surge in right-wing...
Paul Ryan to boycott RNC if Trump is the presidential nominee
Wisconsin conservative Paul Ryan, previously a U.S Congress Speaker of the House and the 2012 Republican vice presidential nominee, declared he wouldn't be attending the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee if former President Donald Trump becomes the candidate for GOP. "It depends on who the nominee...
What percentage of Americans identify as LGBTQ+?
For decades, public perception on the street suggested that people who identified as part of the LGBTQ+ community accounted for 10 percent of the American population. However, according to the polling firm Gallup, approximately 7.2% of adults in the U.S. identify as LGBTQ+, representing an almost...
“Go back to your country” – Ann Coulter unleashes ugly, racist rant
In an appearance on the "The Mark Simone Show" podcast this week, extremist pundit Ann Coulter didn't hold back her views on new Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley, the previous governor of South Carolina who was born in the U.S. to Indian immigrant parents. "Why don't...
Was the holding call at the end of Super Bowl 57 legit? (Video)
Even Super Bowl 57, arguably one of the most exciting championship games in NFL history, can’t escape the clutches of controversy generated by conspiracy theorists and hardcore fans who over-scrutinize calls because they have a dog in the hunt. With the game tied at 35 and...
Climate change – Another reason to expect higher prices in 2023
Per a recent PWC study, thousands of CEOs are worried about escalating prices, as they believe that 2023 is going to be an even more expensive year thanks to the ever-growing effects of climate change. The report included responses from more than 4,400 CEOs worldwide and...
Senseless police killing of Christian Glass, on par with Tyre Nichols
Something has to change because its become all too evident over the past decade that some police can't handle challenging, non-threatening situations. Yes, non-threatening. Are they in dire need of better - or different - training? Are some simply not police material? Or are some just...
Study: More Americans die younger in red states
A recent study conducted by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington has found that Americans die an average of 5.7 years earlier than people in Japan, 3.3 years earlier than Canadians, and 2.2 years before their counterparts in other countries....
Doomsday Clock live 2023: Most dangerous time ever
If you're over 40, perhaps you remember the iconic R.E.M. song 'It's the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine).' In the 90s, many of us jammed to it without a care in the world but, today, that piece might be...
California mass shooting updates
According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, a gunman killed at least 10 people and wounded at least 10 more after opening fire at a dance studio Saturday night in Monterey Park, California, The attack happened at a dance studio near a Lunar New Year festival celebration....
Bryan Kohberger’s defense strategy: Why they’ll probably use touch DNA and why it won’t be enough
(Main image courtesy of PerezHilton.com)In the ongoing case of the Idaho student quadruple murders, Idaho State Police identified Kohberger's DNA on the knife sheath left behind at the scene. CeCe Moore, chief genetic genealogist at Parabon Nanolabs and the founder of DNA Detectives, told CNN the...
Illegal immigration stat: Visa overstays exceed border crossings?
We don't have stats for 2022, but a report released in January 2019 by the Center for Migration Studies of New York found that from 2016 to 2017, visitors who overstayed their visas accounted for 62 percent of the newly undocumented, while just 38 percent of illegals...
Stockholm Environment Institute Says World Is at a ‘Boiling Point’ as Climate Crisis and War Rage
"The natural systems that support life on Earth have been breached, and the human systems remain plagued by inequalities." The confluence of war in Europe, a worsening hunger crisis, an ongoing pandemic, skyrocketing inequality, and unabated global warming has pushed the world to a "boiling point" that...
Liz Cheney: Polling in Wyoming tells a sad story
Per Politico, GOP Rep. Liz Cheney is down 30 points in a new survey of her August primary conducted by the Club for Growth, which is opposing the embattled incumbent. The poll, which provides perhaps the starkest illustration yet of the political peril Cheney faces this year, shows Wyoming attorney...