When the calendar hits 2025, the idea of the amateur college athlete might be a thing of the past. For years, the notion that student-athletes played just for pride and some meal money has been fading. The reality is that big money, both legal and illegal, has been flowing into college sports, mainl
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, two wealthy businessmen appointed to cut government waste, are expected to suggest erasing all spending on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs across federal agencies. This could impact offices like the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity & In
Donald Trump recently stirred up a storm when he suggested the U. S. could reclaim the Panama Canal. He argued that Panama is charging unfair fees for ships using the canal, which the U. S. had "foolishly" given away. Panama's president, José Raúl Mulino, wasn't having it. He saw it as an attack on
In the heart of Brazil, a small plane carrying potentially nine people met with disaster on Sunday. The plane went down in Gramado, a popular tourist spot in the southern state of Rio Grande do Sul. The incident was anything but ordinary, as the plane collided with buildings as it fell, leaving a tr
Former President Donald Trump stirred the waters with his latest comments on the Panama Canal. He claimed that the fees Panama charges for using the canal are too high. Trump even suggested that the US should take back control of the canal if Panama doesn't manage it better. He seems worried that Ch
Let’s take a look at the Morandi Bridge collapse in Italy as an example of how communities can bounce back after trauma. The disaster wasn’t just about rebuilding infrastructure; it was about rebuilding a sense of community too. The Beyond the Bridge Project was involved in this process. We talked
Another strike is brewing at Amazon's doorstep in New York's Staten Island. This time, warehouse workers have joined the fray, joining thousands of union members who started striking earlier this week. But Amazon isn't worried, claiming the strike won't affect customer shipments. The retail giant ha
Former President Barack Obama recently shared a list of his favorite books, movies, and songs from 2024. He posted on social media, "I'm always excited to share what I've been enjoying. " This year, his list includes some thought-provoking books like Sally Rooney’s Intermezzo and Martin MacInnes’ In
Actress Blake Lively has taken legal action against her co-star and director, Justin Baldoni, for allegedly creating a toxic work environment on the set of their film "It Ends With Us. " Lively's lawsuit claims that Baldoni harassed her and tried to damage her reputation. Baldoni and his team have s
In the United States, Amazon delivery drivers are protesting in four states. These drivers complain about long hours, heavy workloads, and little support. They say they have to deliver around 400 packages a day, with few breaks and no helpers. Amazon, however, says the strike won’t affect holiday de
