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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

Wrestling CEO Takes On Education: A Unique Choice

Imagine this: a wrestling CEO is now in charge of the Department of Education. That's right, Linda McMahon, who rose to fame in the wrestling world, is now at the helm of education. Unlike typical educators, she doesn't have a degree in education. In fact, her degree is in French, not education. So,

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Dec 31 2024EDUCATION

Choosing the Best Student Loan Repayment Plan for Your Needs

The Education Department has reopened two repayment plans while facing legal battles over their new Saving on a Valuable Education plan, or SAVE. Republican attorneys general from Kansas and Missouri argue that President Joe Biden is trying to skirt around the Supreme Court's block on his debt cance

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Dec 31 2024ENVIRONMENT

Medical Students' Views on Climate Change and Health: A Pakistani Perspective

Climate change is a significant global problem with serious health impacts. The Lancet Commission even called it the top health challenge of this century. Air pollution alone claimed millions of lives in 2015. It also makes extreme weather, displacement, mental health issues, diseases, food shortage

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Dec 31 2024ENTERTAINMENT

What Scariness Looks Like in 2024

In 2024, a new horror film is set to shock audiences, but not in the usual way. Fears change over time and from person to person; even what spooked us as kids can seem different now. The movie "I Saw The TV Glow" takes us back to 1996, focusing on a teen named Owen and his friend Maddy. They love a

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

How Jimmy Carter's Image Changed Over Time

Jimmy Carter, the 39th U. S. President, has seen his public image shift dramatically over the years. When he left office in 1981, Americans were split on his presidency and many disliked him personally. They criticized his leadership, especially during tough times like the energy crisis and the Iran

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

DC's Top Prosecutor Steps Down After Hunter Biden Case

Matthew Graves, the U. S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, is stepping down from his post. His resignation comes amidst controversy surrounding his handling of cases, particularly the one involving Hunter Biden. Graves decided not to press charges against Hunter Biden for tax evasion, despite

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

Remembering Jimmy Carter: A Life of Service and Humanitarianism

In 1977, Jim Wieser, the Lake County Democratic Party Chairman, found himself in an unexpected encounter with President Jimmy Carter. While attending a conference in Washington D. C. , Wieser and other officials were surprised when the lights came on after a movie, revealing Carter himself. The pres

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Dec 31 2024EDUCATION

Houston's New Health Care High School: A $31M Investment in the Future

In Houston, a new high school is tackling the healthcare workforce shortage one student at a time. HEAL High School, funded by a $31 million grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies, is partnering with Memorial Hermann Health System to give students a head start in healthcare careers. With a focus on han

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Dec 31 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Red Carpet Revival: Variety & ET Team Up for Golden Globes Pre-Show

Get ready to see who's walking the red carpet! Variety and "Entertainment Tonight" are back again to bring you the official digital pre-show for the Golden Globe Awards. On Jan. 5, at 3:30 p. m. PT, the action starts on Variety. com, CBS, and Paramount+. You can also catch it on ETOnline. com, YouTu

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Dec 31 2024ENTERTAINMENT

No Drones for Dallas New Year's: Safety Concerns After Florida Crash

You know how Reunion Tower in Dallas usually has a cool drone show for New Year's Eve? Well, this year, the drones are a no-go. Why, you ask? A drone provider from Coppell, Texas, called Sky Elements, decided to back out after a little mishap in Florida. A spokesperson from Reunion Tower said Sky El

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