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Feb 04 2025POLITICS

Is the Education Department in real trouble?

In a surprising move, The government started looking into getting rid of the United States Department of Education completely. There's no stopping people from thinking about whether or not it will actually happen. The information first got out two people with full knowledge of the plans. Offi

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Feb 04 2025POLITICS

Trumps Bumpy Third Start

Trump’s third week as the president was packed with lots of international drama, bureaucratic turmoil and controversy surrounding Elon Musks' role in the government. All action started with Trump’s tariff ban on goods coming from Mexico and Canada, but politicians and the public spoke up again

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Feb 04 2025SPORTS

Jordan Chiles: The Bruin Enigma

Have you been following the incredible performance of Jordan Chiles in gymnastics? Did you know that this young gymnast is currently at the peak of her game despite facing a serious health obstacle? Jordan Chiles hasn't had an easy start to her gymnastics career. She was a strong part of th

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Feb 04 2025POLITICS

Troops, Trade, and Trials: High-Stakes Politics

Imagine this: the world watches as a tense game of chess unfolds between the United States and China. Meanwhile, a different kind of battle rages on in the halls of power in Mexico and El Salvador. Picture this: Mexico is in a hurry to beef up security at its northern border. Why? Presiden

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Feb 04 2025SCIENCE

Breathing New Life into Research

Imagine you are tiny and you're just learning how to breathe. This is the world that Kurt was interested in, in the field of lung biology. He worked strenuously in this area. Kurt Albertine stepped away from managing a research journal called The Anatomical Record in January 2021. But his impact ec

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Feb 04 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Beyoncé's Country Grammy Surprise

Country music might seem like an unusual choice for a pop star like Beyoncé. But that's exactly the twist behind Beyoncé's Album of the Year win at the Grammys. For a long time, Beyoncé was a big name in music but a missing name on the as a recipient of the prestigious Album of the Year award.

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Feb 04 2025POLITICS

Trump Talks Tough and then Takes a Breather

Things heated up in the early week. Trump and Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum already agreed to step back from imposing tariffs on the other’s goods. This happened in a month after a quick phone chat. Sheinbaum will send 10, 000 troops to the region to halt drugs and illegal

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Feb 03 2025HEALTH

The Dark Side of Depression Meds

Imagine popping a pill to feel happier, only to find out it might lead to violence. In some of the cases, depression medications might have side effects that are a lot more serious than feeling nauseous. This includes self-harm and violent behavior. But researchers found this link between

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Feb 03 2025CELEBRITIES

The Grammy Speech That Tore Down the Industry

Let's set the scene in Lots Angeles, on a big stage, big-time singer Chappell Roan won her first major award trophy, rapidly tossing up a disturbing view of the industry that everyone in the room would hear. Imagine the atmosphere, everyone cheering, and cameras flashing as Chappell steps forward a

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Feb 03 2025SPORTS

New Coach for the Raiders' Offense: What's Next for Chip Kelly?

The Las Vegas Raiders have a new face in their coaching ranks. He is not a rookie. Chip Kelly, who knew both NFL success and frustration, has been given a new chance in the league. He will be the assistant coach responsible for the team's offense. Kelly will be joined by Pete Carroll, who is the hea

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