Infinite Jest has been a game-changer for many readers, and it's easy to see why. The novel's predictions about entertainment and society feel eerily accurate today. Instagram Reels, for instance, is a perfect example of what Wallace called "The Entertainment. " The book's readability is another sur
Phil Murphy stepped into the governor's role with big promises and a lot of money behind him. But after eight years, what does he leave behind? He wasn't as flashy or controversial as his predecessor, Chris Christie. Instead, he brought a calm and competent vibe, which was a breath of fresh air for
Southern California's waterways might soon see less protection. The EPA is redefining what counts as "waters of the United States" under the Clean Water Act. This change could mean more pollution in the region's flood control channels, which might no longer be seen as protected waters. The EPA's ne
Emily Weber, an educator at Edgar Martin Middle, is one of three early-career teachers in the Lafayette Parish School System nominated for the Education All-Stars awards. This honor was a surprise for her, delivered by students, cheerleaders, administrators, and representatives from Love Our Schools
Mercury is a sneaky pollutant. It lurks in water, causing harm to plants and animals. Humans aren't safe either. To fight this invisible enemy, scientists have turned to an unlikely ally: tiny bits of silver. These aren't your average silver bits. They're engineered with special ingredients like ci
The East Coast is breathing a sigh of relief as three major offshore wind projects get the go-ahead to resume construction. This comes after a series of court rulings that shot down the Trump administration's attempts to halt work on these projects. The projects in question are Revolution Wind off R
Bob Weir, the beloved guitarist and co-founder of the Grateful Dead, left a lasting impact on music lovers around the world. His recent passing at 78 years old brought thousands of fans together in San Francisco to honor his legacy. The event was held at the Civic Center, where people of all ages ga
Donald Trump has been talking about using the Insurrection Act. This is a law from 1807. It lets the president send in the military to stop riots or rebellion. But experts say there is no real rebellion happening. Instead, there are small protests against Trump's immigration policies. Michael Wolff
Janice Dickinson, the well-known model and TV star, is back to her cheerful self after a rough patch. She was seen out and about in Los Angeles, looking stylish and happy. This is a big change from the photos that surfaced earlier, showing her with some serious injuries. Those injuries, she says, h
In a swift trial, a man was found not guilty of aiming a laser at a presidential helicopter. The jury took just 35 minutes to decide. This case involved Jacob Winkler, who was accused of pointing a red laser at Marine One, the helicopter carrying Donald Trump. The charge was serious, a felony that c
