In 2025, religion and politics made headlines together. The Religion News Association picked the year's top stories. Two big events shared the top spot in the U. S. : the election of a new pope and the heated debates around immigration. Pope Leo XIV, the new pope, made waves early on. On Pentecost
In a recent podcast, comedian Bill Maher and actor Tim Allen shared their thoughts on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the entertainment industry. Allen, known for his roles in "Home Improvement" and "Toy Story, " opened up about his experiences. He mentioned that many of his peers from his
Chief Justice John Roberts wrapped up the Supreme Court's 2025 report with a quote from Calvin Coolidge, the 30th U. S. president. Coolidge, known for his quiet demeanor and conservative fiscal policies, spoke these words in 1926. He was celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Declaration of Indepe
The debate about "slow codes" in hospitals has been going on for a long time. Some people think it's wrong because it's not honest. Others believe it helps doctors and families deal with tough choices. A study by Sprengholz looked at what regular people think about this practice. The study wanted to
New York City's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, made waves on Friday by undoing a bunch of executive orders from his predecessor, Eric Adams. Adams had issued these orders after being charged in 2024 with some serious allegations, including taking illegal campaign money and fancy trips from Turkish folks
Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago native, made waves early in his papacy with a powerful message on Pentecost Sunday. He emphasized the importance of openness and love, urging people to overcome prejudices and fears of those who are different. His words resonated deeply, especially in a world grappling with r
The College Football Playoff is facing a puzzling trend. Teams that get a first-round bye, a supposed reward, are losing more often than not. Over two seasons, seven out of eight top-four teams have stumbled in the quarterfinals. This has sparked a debate: is resting too long hurting these teams, or
In recent times, the debate over climate science has become a battleground. Some people say that the Trump administration is trying to silence climate science. They compare it to the Soviet Union under Stalin. But others say that the administration is just trying to stop the spread of biased informa
In 2026, Green Bay area schools are gearing up for a year packed with changes. New leaders will step in, and tough decisions about money will be on the table. Some schools might even ask voters for extra funds. First up, several school districts are on the hunt for new superintendents. Green Bay an
Donald Trump, the former president, took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to criticize actor George Clooney. Trump's post, made on New Year's Eve, was filled with harsh words. He called Clooney an "average guy" who often complained about politics. Trump also dismissed Clooney's acting car
