Pete Olander, a visionary in the wellness industry, has launched Drink Happie, a brand that focuses on plant-based, functional beverages. The brand's mission is to provide people with drinks that make them feel good, without the complications often associated with wellness products. Olander's journey began in the nutrition sector, where he gained valuable experience...
Myron Gardner, a young player from Detroit, Michigan, has recently found himself in the spotlight for a heated exchange with NBA veteran Klay Thompson. The incident raised questions about respect and hierarchy in professional sports. Gardner, who is new to the league, called Thompson "trash" during a game, which did not go unnoticed. Thompson's fiery response, captur...
The First Amendment's Establishment Clause is a balancing act. It prevents the government from favoring one religion while protecting everyone's right to practice their faith. This can get tricky, especially during the holiday season when cities want to celebrate. The Supreme Court has ruled that religious displays are okay if they're part of a bigger holiday celebr...
A recent incident involving a National Guard shooting has brought attention to the Afghan refugee program in the U. S. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, is one of about 76, 000 Afghans who came to the U. S. after the Taliban took over Afghanistan. This program, called Operation Allies Welcome, started after the U. S. left Afghanistan in 2021. Some people, like Pres...
Thanksgiving in Texas is set to be a thrilling showdown between the Dallas Cowboys and the Kansas City Chiefs. Both teams are fighting to keep their playoff hopes alive, but they've had their share of struggles this season. The Cowboys have been boosted by recent trades and improved health, while the Chiefs are trying to find their identity again. Patrick Mahomes, t...
The East Coast is in for a rude awakening this Thanksgiving. After a week of pleasant weather, a Canadian air mass is pushing in, bringing a dramatic drop in temperatures. This sudden change is expected to make it feel more like January than late November. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued warnings about the impending cold snap. They predict temperatures...
A recent ruling by a Texas appeals court has kept a Christian Science reading room in Austin exempt from property taxes. The court decided that even though the ownership setup is a bit tangled, the place still gets the break because it's used for religious stuff. The judge, Darlene Byrne, explained that if a religious group has the right to use the property for thei...
A grand jury in Los Angeles is currently examining evidence related to the tragic death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Her body was found in the trunk of a Tesla owned by singer D4vd, sparking a complex investigation. The discovery was made on September 8th in a Hollywood tow yard. Although the Los Angeles Police Department has not officially labeled the de...
Tina Peters, a former county clerk, is currently in a Colorado state prison. She was found guilty of breaking into voting machine data. This was based on false claims about the 2020 election. The federal government asked to take her into their custody. But Colorado officials said no. The state corrections department made it clear. They decide who gets transferred, n...
In a recent decision, a group of federal judges gave the green light to North Carolina's new congressional map. This map, drawn by Republicans, will be used in the upcoming 2026 midterm elections. The judges dismissed arguments from the NAACP, Common Cause, and several Black and Hispanic voters. These groups claimed the new map was unfair and weakened the voting powe...