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.…
Putin Proposes Cease-Fire with Sweeping Demands on Ukraine
On Friday, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that Russia would be ready to order a cease-fire in Ukraine and enter into negotiations if Ukraine agreed to several significant conditions. These…
Supreme Court Rejects Trump-Era Ban on Gun Bump Stocks
On June 14, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a federal ban on bump stocks, devices that allow semi-automatic rifles to fire rapidly like machine guns. This 6-3 decision,…
Federal Scientists Prepare for Potential Trump Return to Office
Federal scientists and agencies are taking proactive steps to protect their work from potential political interference if former President Donald Trump returns to office. With new contracts and policies, they…