The Gaza War and Its Impact on the L.G.B.T.Q. Community
The ongoing Gaza war has caused significant rifts within the L.G.B.T.Q. community, particularly in New York. This issue has come to the forefront during Pride Month, a period usually marked…
Meta Accused of Failing to Protect Children on Social Media Platforms
Overview of Allegations Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is facing lawsuits from 45 states and the District of Columbia, accusing the company of failing to protect children…
Bamboo Diplomacy in Action: Vietnam Balances Relations with Russia and the West
On Thursday, President Vladimir Putin of Russia made a significant visit to Vietnam following his trip to North Korea, highlighting the complex dynamics between Russia, Vietnam, and the broader geopolitical…
Louisiana Mandates Display of Ten Commandments in Public Schools
Louisiana has become the first state in the United States to mandate the display of the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom. This new law, signed by Republican Governor…
Juneteenth vs. Confederate Holidays: A Growing Divide in Southern States
As Juneteenth gains recognition across the United States, marking the end of slavery, a significant divide persists in some southern states, which continue to honor Confederate holidays. Juneteenth, recognized as…
Putin and Kim Sign Historic Defense Agreement Amid Global Tensions
On June 19, 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un signed a mutual defense pact in Pyongyang, North Korea’s capital. This agreement, described by Kim as…
South Africa’s ANC and Opposition Form Historic Unity Government
In a groundbreaking political development, South Africa’s African National Congress (ANC) has formed a coalition government with its main opposition, the Democratic Alliance (DA), and the smaller Inkatha Freedom Party…
Major Disinformation Research Team Faces Uncertain Future Amid Political Attacks
The Stanford Internet Observatory (SIO) is a key research group at Stanford University that focuses on understanding the misuse of social media platforms. Founded in 2019, SIO addresses significant issues…
Exploring the Science Behind Pixar’s ‘Inside Out 2
In 2015, Pixar’s “Inside Out” introduced audiences to 11-year-old Riley and the five core emotions operating in the headquarters of her brain: Joy, Fear, Sadness, Anger, and Disgust. By the…
El Niño Ends, La Niña Approaches: What It Means for Global and U.S. Weather
June 14, 2024 – The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has declared the end of the El Niño climate phenomenon, which has been influencing global weather since June 2023.…