How Rupert Murdoch Saved Speaker Johnson
Rupert Murdoch, a prominent figure in the right-wing media, has recently shown his significant influence within the Republican Party, despite not being very public about it. His media empire, which…
The Rafah Dilemma: How Israel’s Politics, Military, and Diplomacy Influence Netanyahu’s Decision
Benjamin Netanyahu, the Prime Minister of Israel, is often seen as someone who delays making big decisions. However, he might not have the luxury to do so for much longer.…
Biden’s Strategic Pause in Arms to Israel Amid Gaza Conflict
Last week, President Biden decided to temporarily stop a shipment of arms to Israel, a move reflecting the United States’ concern over potential Israeli military operations in Rafah, a city…
Silencing Academia: Putin’s Campaign Against Educational Freedom in Russia
Just before beginning his 25th year in power, Vladimir Putin made a significant statement: “Wars are won by teachers.” He emphasized this point twice during his year-end news conference in…
Student Activism and Community Division at Berkeley High
On October 18, hundreds of Berkeley High School students, supported by several of their teachers, left their classrooms to gather at a nearby park for a protest. The students raised…
The Discovery of the Largest-Ever Marine Reptile, With the Help of an 11-Year-Old Girl
In the spring of 2020, an adventurous day trip to Blue Anchor, a quaint seaside village in Somerset, southwest England, turned into an extraordinary discovery for 11-year-old Ruby Reynolds and…
Laugh Lines and Fault Lines: The Impact of Political Correctness on Comedy
Recently, comedian Jerry Seinfeld shared his views on contemporary television and its humor—or lack thereof—during an interview while promoting his new movie about the invention of the Pop-Tart. According to…
The Legacy of Kent State and Modern Campus Activism
When Roseann “Chic” Canfora first arrived at Ohio’s Kent State University in 1968, she often found herself being handed anti-war flyers, which she initially discarded without much thought. The Vietnam…
Week Three of Donald Trump’s Criminal Trial: Key Moments and Takeaways
During the third week of Donald Trump’s criminal trial in Manhattan, Hope Hicks, former press secretary and White House communications director for Trump, took the witness stand. Her testimony marked…
Navigating Free Speech and Campus Safety Amidst the Israel-Hamas Conflict
In recent months, university leaders have grappled with effectively communicating their free speech policies during the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. This dilemma has escalated to the point where law enforcement in…