These days, it’s not unusual that many of us feel helpless given the state of the planet. However, the key to some relief is that while there are issues out of our control, i.e. the weather, political corruption, organized…
The aftermath of the anti-abortion frenzy is taking a toll — on the survival rates of pregnant women; Food inflation is a real threat to the thousands who can’t afford to buy food AND pay their bills. Now, the…
Russia and China are teaming up against the ‘West.’ The us-against-them mentality has existed since before the Cold War of the 50s, 60s and 70s and you might say, what’s new? Well, these two obviously see an opportunity and…
A new poll surveying Americans’ worst fears highlights the depth of selfishness that permeates our society. The top 2 ‘fears’: opioids and obesity are issues that shouldn’t be issues because both depend on personal choice. Taking drugs or binging…
Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, California and Colorado are facing a grim future, perhaps before the rest of North America. According to a new study, these states are already starting to suffer from one of the most dire…
The Georgia indictment delivered overnight against Trump is the fourth indictment against the former president, and the most challenging for him and his legal team to defend the assumption of his innocence. After all, every charge in this indictment…
Though I don’t have a headline regarding the devastating Maui fire that is proving to be the deadliest fire in America in modern history, the tragedy and message of the event should weigh heavy on all of us. In…
The pictures of the devastation on Maui are heartbreaking and ominous. It’s another example of just how climate change impacts everyday people’s everyday lives. In a chart, scientists show how this year’s wildfires are more widespread and deadlier; Wait,…
It’s official now: GOP-driven policies and laws have made our country less safe, less healthy and less prosperous. It’s bad enough that the party has fallen victim to a charlatan passing himself off as the Great Wizard of Business…
On the surface, yesterday’s vote in Ohio on how many votes it takes to change the state’s Constitution, appeared to have nothing to do with the hot-button issue of abortion. At least, that’s what the state’s GOP party was…
We don’t need a study to show us that the nation is getting more politically divided. We see it and hear it everyday, whether on cable news or in our own communities. The issue is: Are we reaching a…
How long will it be before the ‘white majority’ becomes an urban myth? Some argue we’re already there; Tensions between China and the US seem to be escalating on a daily basis. Did you hear about the joint naval…
In an inflation-racked economy, you would think that things couldn’t get any worse. However, if you live in a particular state, you’re not only suffering the consequences of inflation but you’re also getting a dose of added insult with…
As globalism encompassed the world, the planet seemed smaller. What affects one part of the world, affects us all in some fashion. Take Africa. The rising violence in Niger, that many predict will spread quickly throughout the African continent,…
The research is in: teens should be encouraged to care about issues and become activists. Why? Involved youth grow up to be better critical thinkers and we sure need more critical thinkers in these times; Hear about what Fitch…
Student borrowers sinking deeper into debt, as repayment on school loans looms overhead, are being thrown a lifeline that the White House hopes will SAVE them; Interesting news coming out of China that has everyone flocking to a Chinese…
NATO countries are getting nervous. Not because of Russia but because of the mercenaries who dared to challenge Putin and now appears to want to do the same to other countries; Will we have a recession or are we…
Is the Day of Reckoning descending on us in ‘waves’ of heat, water, earthquakes? It would seem so. Scientists have been warning lawmakers and businesses for years that this time would come. A former Vice President of the United…
Bienvenidos to our new reality! In acknowledgement of the sweltering temps, the Biden administration has issued the first-ever alert of its kind. Unfortunately, it’s an alert already cemented into our vernacular; So, what were North Korea, Russia and China…
In these inflationary times, it’s not surprising that an alternative people chose to save money is now falling victim to higher prices. I’m talking about streaming services. The old saying, “you can’t live with them, can’t live without them”…
The proof is irrefutable: climate change is responsible for current extreme weather events. From heat domes to flooding rains to stronger hurricanes, more ‘supercell’ tornadoes and blinding blizzards, climate change is the reason for the increase in intensity and…
Maybe a new study will show that companies, as usual, are shooting themselves in the foot when it comes to productivity, worker retention and morale boosting strategies all while reducing their carbon footprint. A new study unveils (though workers…
Political pundits are (prematurely) declaring the demise of FL Gov. DeSantis’ presidential campaign. I say prematurely because like any other politician greedy for power he’s not quitting – just yet. In fact, he’s doubling down in showing the rest…
Believe in climate change yet? Just ask the 80 million people facing temps above 105 degrees if this is still the natural progression of Mother Nature; The appeal of nationalism is something that has fueled conflicts throughout history. So,…
As the 2024 election campaigning ‘heats up,’ countless polls are appearing claiming to show how voters feel about the candidates and the issues. The one thing people forget is that polls are only a snapshot into voters’ sentiment. It…
