Sen. Lisa Murkowski's recent speech about the government shutdown highlighted a troubling trend in politics: broken promises and bad faith. It's clear that many politicians, including the president, say one thing to get what they want but do another when it's convenient. This kind of behavior erodes
The Supreme Court has decided to tackle a big question: Can states count mail-in ballots that arrive after Election Day? This isn't just about one state; it could change how elections work across the country. Mississippi is in the middle of this debate. The state allows mail-in ballots to be counte
In South Africa, a big change is coming to the environment ministry. Dion George, who has been in charge of fisheries, forestry, and the environment, might soon step down. His party, the Democratic Alliance, has suggested replacing him with Willie Aucamp, their spokesman. This shift comes after Geo
The NFL's Week 10 brought some surprising results and record-breaking plays. The Houston Texans made an incredible comeback, overcoming a 19-point deficit to beat the Jacksonville Jaguars. This win was historic for the Texans, as they had never won a game when trailing by 19 or more points entering
Two Cleveland Guardians pitchers, Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, are in hot water. They're accused of taking money to throw specific pitches that would help gamblers win big. This isn't just about bad pitches; it's about breaking the rules and trusting the wrong people. Clase and Ortiz allegedly th
In the heart of California, the Coachella Valley is known for its stunning desert landscapes and political leanings. This area has been a haven for conservative retirees and vacationers, with a history of supporting Republican presidents. However, recent political changes are causing concern among l
Hedge funds had a strong month in October. Citadel's main fund, Wellington, saw a 1. 8% increase. This brought its yearly performance up to 6. 8%. Citadel's other funds also did well. The Tactical Trading fund gained 2. 7% in October and 13. 4% for the year so far. The Global Fixed Income fund rose
Taiwan's film scene has seen some progress, but there's a big issue: people aren't into long movies anymore. Each Other Films, a company run by Jacqueline W. Liu and Tiffany Yu-Chia Chen, is trying to figure this out. The co-founders think the real problem is that people don't want to watch long st
Martha Nolan, a young Irish immigrant, dreamed of making it big in the Hamptons fashion scene. She and her business partner, Dylan Grace, started East x East, a beachwear brand. They had one big investor, Christopher Durnan, who put in a lot of money. But the business wasn't growing fast enough, and
In the wake of a major Democratic victory, a vocal group of Republicans, led by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene from Georgia, is challenging President Trump. They want him to prioritize issues like the cost of living and affordability for everyday Americans. This shift in focus comes as a surprise to ma
