Ever since Thomas Marshall, the vice president under Woodrow Wilson, joked about VPs vanishing, the role has had a reputation for being a dead end. The odds of becoming president from the VP spot are slim—only 20% of former VPs have made it. Now, Kamala Harris, the current VP, is running for preside
Roeg Sutherland, the co-head of CAA Media Finance, recently shared his thoughts on the state of the independent film sector after last year’s strikes. Speaking at the Zurich Film Festival, Sutherland emphasized that the key issue right now is finding the right projects and intellectual property (IP)
Jim Cramer, a financial expert from CNBC, advised investors not to be swayed by stock downgrades or daily market fluctuations. He emphasized the importance of sticking with strong companies even when their share prices fluctuate. Cramer recalled the history of the long bull market, noting how downg
Recently, Snoopy fans found themselves in a pickle. A popular X account, Snoopy Weekly, decided to wade into politics and endorsed former President Trump. This wasn't just any account; it had over 19,000 followers who loved Snoopy, the beloved beagle from the “Peanuts” comic. Snoopy, known as Charl
2024’s elections are on their way to becoming the most expensive in U.S. history, with spending expected to hit $15.9 billion. The nonpartisan organization OpenSecrets predicts this monumental cost. What’s driving up the bill? Mainly, it’s outside groups, like super PACs, who are pouring money into
Get ready to welcome autumn in St. Charles! The 39th annual Scarecrow Weekend is just around the corner, starting this Friday. The event will run through Sunday, offering a mix of fall-themed entertainment and activities for everyone. The main attraction is the scarecrow contest, which will be held
The Bay Area has been sizzling under one of the hottest starts to October in history. But finally, some relief is on the way. The National Weather Service says temperatures will start to inch back to normal over the next 24 hours. A low-pressure trough in the Gulf of Alaska is helping to break the i
Taylor Swift made a return visit to Kansas City on Monday for Travis Kelce and the Chiefs’ prime time game against the Saints. This was her third game appearance since her boyfriend, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, started dating her last year. She made a stylish entrance in a plaid minidress and hig
As the U.S. prepares for the next presidential election, the Supreme Court is lining up some heavy-hitting cases for 2024. One of the most talked-about issues will be healthcare access for transgender teens. The court will also dive into the legalities surrounding do-it-yourself gun kits. And let's
Senator Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, is set to face jury selection next Monday for his federal corruption trial. Alongside him will be two co-defendants, Wael Hana and Fred Daibes. They're all charged with engaging in a bribery scheme involving Egypt and Qatar. Menendez claims he was ac
