Hollywood Worried After Trump Suggests 100% Tax on Films Made Outside the U.S.
President Donald Trump has addressed the trend of film production moving abroad by suggesting imposing 100% tariffs on many movies produced outside the US, particularly impacting Hollywood. For over a decade, the film industry has gradually been shifting away from Hollywood to cities in Georgia, Louisiana, New Mexico, New York, and Chicago. Filmmakers are increasingly […]
17 states led by Democrats file a lawsuit against Trump’s actions against wind energy.
Seventeen states, led by Democrats, are taking legal action against the Trump administration concerning restrictions on wind energy development on public lands and in waters. On his first day as president, Trump signed an executive order that prohibited the government from auctioning rights for offshore wind farms and restricted new wind rights on public land. […]
Brown student who emailed administrators about DOGE says “it’s uncertain what they truly do”
Brown University Student Pushes for Bureaucratic Efficiency Alex Shee, a sophomore at Brown University, is advocating for greater efficiency within the university’s administration. To start, he reached out to thousands of school officials to inquire about their daily activities. “I really believe in cutting down unnecessary expenses,” the 20-year-old said. “This is similar to what […]
Marc Short says Trump’s comments on dolls are “very harmful messaging.”
President Trump might be risking some public backlash if he keeps discussing the topic of dolls, particularly in reference to Mark Short, who was a key aide to then-Vice President Mike Pence during Trump’s first term. The former president, known for his wealth and reality TV background, has come under fire recently for remarking that […]
Sam Altman’s OpenAI abandons its goal to turn into a for-profit business
On Monday, CEO Sam Altman announced that OpenAI is stepping back from its contentious plans to transition into a for-profit entity. This decision comes as somewhat of a surprise, especially following significant criticism from Elon Musk, a former employee and notable state figure. Previously, OpenAI had signaled intentions to create a public benefits company to […]
Israel Attacks Houthis in Yemen; Major Airstrikes on Hodeidah Port
The Israeli Air Force (IAF) launched a series of major retaliatory strikes on Hodeida, a Yemeni port city, following a missile attack from Iran-backed Houthi rebels that hit Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion airport on Sunday. On Monday, US forces in the Red Sea targeted the Houthis, concentrating on the capital, Sanaa. The Israeli aircraft need […]
Teens Linked to TdA Arrested for Clashing with NYPD
The suspects are reportedly linked to the violent Tren de Aragua (TDA) gang, involved in a confrontation with police in Times Square last Friday. According to police sources, these individuals were part of an altercation after a boxing match when they attempted to attack officers and steal from them. Three suspects were apprehended on Sunday, […]
Reasons LeBron James won’t be at the 2025 Met Gala, even though he’s a co-chair
LeBron James announced that he won’t attend the 2025 Met Gala, as revealed during Game 5 of the Lakers’ playoff series last Wednesday. He sustained a knee injury during the Lakers’ last game against the Timberwolves. This year’s Honorary Chairperson, who holds the record as the NBA’s all-time scorer, shared that his wife, Savannah James, […]
Vanity Fair criticized online for attributing ‘undeniably gendered’ ‘protein mania’ to MAGA
A Vanity Fair writer faced criticism for suggesting that Donald Trump’s supporters were responsible for the rising trend of “protein enthusiasts” in the U.S. In her article, Keziah Weir connects the “Make America Great Again” movement with a growing demand for protein products that have been promoted over many years. She highlights figures like podcaster […]
Gregg Popovich takes on new position in his first Spurs game since his stroke in November
Greg Popovich is stepping into a new role while maintaining his trademark humor. After resigning as head coach of the Spurs on Friday, Popovich made his first public appearance since early April, as the team unveiled their new coach, Mitch Johnson. During the event, Popovich took to the podium to pass the reins to Johnson, […]