In a recent court hearing, a federal judge expressed strong disapproval of the Justice Department's handling of the case against former FBI Director James Comey. The judge, William Fitzpatrick, criticized the prosecutor, Lindsey Halligan, for what he saw as a backward approach: indicting first and i
A former Iowa health official, Polly Carver-Kimm, has secured a $600, 000 settlement from the state after claiming she was fired for doing her job during the COVID-19 pandemic. She alleged that her bosses wanted her to ignore public records requests, but she chose to fulfill them anyway. Carver-Kim
Luminate has teamed up with Tencent Music Entertainment (TME) to bring Chinese music data into the global spotlight. This is a big deal because it's the first time music streaming and sales from China will be included in global charts. The partnership means that data from TME's popular platforms li
Winter is coming, and it's not just about cozy sweaters and hot cocoa. It's also about making sure your home is ready to face the cold. With energy costs going up, keeping your house warm can be tough. But don't worry, there are some easy and smart ways to prepare your home for the winter chill. Fi
In the early 1970s, a famous couple, John Lennon and Yoko Ono, watched the world from their small New York apartment. They saw wars, protests, and social issues that seemed familiar. A new documentary, "One to One: John & Yoko, " shows how they reacted to these events. The film focuses on a concert
Money talks, but not everyone is comfortable with the conversation. A recent survey shows that a big chunk of Americans, about 61%, feel uneasy discussing their bank account balances with family or close friends. It turns out, talking about money is more awkward than discussing politics or religion.
Democrats celebrated a series of wins in recent elections, marking a positive start to Trump's second term. New faces like Zohran Mamdani, the youngest mayor-elect of New York City, brought fresh energy to the party. Victories in New Jersey, New York, and Virginia showed Democrats can still attract
The transatlantic slave trade was a dark chapter in history. From 1450 to 1888, European nations forcibly transported 12-15 million Africans across the Atlantic. This brutal system fueled Europe's industrial growth and colonial expansion. Yet, when slavery ended, the focus was on compensating slave
The world is facing a tough climate crisis. The most ambitious goal of the Paris Agreement, to limit global warming to 1. 5C, seems out of reach. Many countries have missed deadlines to set new emissions-cutting plans. However, there's a silver lining. Over $10 trillion has been invested in clean te
Agencies often face a tough crowd when pitching new clients. Many brands have had bad experiences with other agencies, leading to mistrust. Kristin “KJ” Jones, SVP of integrated media at Rise, a Quad Agency, has seen this firsthand. She loves the moment when clients realize they’re dealing with a di
