A Lasting Impact: AIDS and the Community’s Response Forty-five years ago, a New York Times article introduced the term ‘gay cancer,’ unknowingly signaling the start of a profound public health crisis. By the 1990s, many, including young lawyer Julie E. Justicz, worked tirelessly with AIDS Legal Council of Chicago. This team assisted people living with […]
For over two decades, a unique roadside attraction in Colorado has been captivating tourists and alien enthusiasts alike. Situated in the San Luis Valley, the UFO Watchtower combines an observation platform, a campground, and alien-themed art, adding intrigue to the main site. Background Larry Messoline, a key figure behind the attraction, finds the recent Pentagon […]
Mahjong, traditionally seen as an old-fashioned hobby, is experiencing renewed interest across the United States. Recently, people of all ages have found excitement in strategizing and socializing around mahjong tables. The game, originally from China, involves drawing and discarding tiles to form winning combinations. It combines elements of strategy, skill, and chance. Mahjong offers players […]
Filmmaker Ivy Meeropol emphasizes that E. Jean Carroll is much more than the woman who accused Donald Trump of sexual assault. According to Meeropol, Carroll has been a journalist who broke barriers and shared a distinct voice in her work. In a recent episode of the podcast “Here’s the Scoop,” Meeropol discussed the challenges she […]
Controversy enveloped the planning of the nation’s 250th birthday State Fair scheduled for the Washington Mall next month. Organizers faced criticism over the musical lineup announced for the event starting June 25. Acts like Vanilla Ice and Young MC sparked mocking complaints, as critics derided the choice of performers as subpar. State fairs typically do […]
Construction crews working on a highway in Italy made a remarkable discovery when they uncovered the remains of an ancient sanctuary. This find sparked an archaeological investigation, as announced by the Italian Superintendency of Archaeology, Fine Arts and Landscape in a press release on May 19. Location and Initial Discovery The sanctuary was discovered in […]
In May 2025, France’s then-prime minister, François Bayrou, was asked a surprising question in Parliament. A member wanted to know why France had not officially revoked the Code Noir. This infamous set of laws enforced slavery in French colonies. Many were unaware that these laws still existed. Bayrou, caught off guard, promised to present a […]
As I grew up, many fathers in my neighborhood were World War II veterans. They rarely discussed their wartime experiences. Information emerged indirectly. My best friend’s father, once in the Air Force in China, taught us to say ‘hot water’ in Mandarin. Another father, an Army veteran, mentioned burning his uniform upon returning home. My […]
The Murdoch name often brings to mind the conservative editorial policies of Rupert Murdoch’s key American media outlets, including Fox News, the Wall Street Journal, and the New York Post. However, James Murdoch is forging a new path by taking control of New York magazine and Vox. This approach represents a different strategy compared to […]
Western civilization is facing a serious threat, according to author and scholar Gad Saad. In his new book, “Suicidal Empathy: Dying to Be Kind,” Saad argues that Western society has taken empathy to a dangerous extreme by valuing ideological virtue-signaling over truth and common sense. Saad says, “Empathy isn’t inherently negative. However, as Aristotle noted […]