DeSantis hopes Florida’s property tax proposal will provide an advantage over Texas.
Florida’s Tax Proposal: A Competitive Edge or a Risky Gamble? Florida and Texas have become appealing options for those escaping high-tax states, primarily due to their lack of personal income taxes and business-friendly environments. Now, Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis is considering whether reducing property taxes could give the Sunshine State a new competitive edge. The […]
How Gregg Popovich guided Mike Brown of the Knicks to this moment
Mike Brown Reflects on Journey from Spurs to Knicks Although Knicks coach Mike Brown learned a great deal during his time as an assistant under Gregg Popovich with the Spurs, he didn’t quite find the courage to reach out to him ahead of the NBA Finals. Is it fear? Perhaps sabotage? Before Game 1 against […]
Child of a migrant farm worker becomes principal: ‘My dream’
Until July 4, the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream is showcasing stories from U.S. citizens about what the 2026 American Dream represents for them. Today, we’ve got a story from Rubilinda Zikafoos, who is the principal at Ola Elementary School in Florida. Her parents were migrant farm workers. Interestingly, her mother had only […]
Woman in Florida killed by neighbor’s pit bulls; dog owner taken into custody.
Florida woman seriously injured after being attacked by dog A woman in Florida faced a deadly dog attack that resulted in her passing away, prompting an arrest of the dog’s owner. This tragic incident occurred after locals reported that the dogs had been causing fears in the community. The county’s animal services have taken custody […]
Eastern NATO members increase defense spending more than Western Europe.
NATO’s Defense Spending: Eastern Allies Rise to the Challenge This is the sixth part of a series examining the challenges facing the world. As President Donald Trump urges NATO allies to take on a greater share of Europe’s defense responsibilities, nations closer to Russia are making quick strides, while some larger Western European economies are […]
New Jersey approves girls flag football as a varsity sport after 15 years
New Jersey Sanctions Girls Flag Football as Official Varsity Sport On May 4, the New Jersey Interscholastic Athletic Association announced that girls flag football has become the state’s 35th officially sanctioned varsity sport. The process took just a few minutes of voting, but behind it lay 15 years of hard work. By recognizing women’s flag […]
My Top Vanguard ETF to Invest in June for Growth Stock Investors Wanting to Steer Clear of SpaceX
SpaceX’s Upcoming IPO Draws Interest The buzz around SpaceX’s initial public offering (IPO) is quite significant. It’s not just any IPO; it’s poised to be the largest in history. If the company successfully raises $75 billion, it would be valued at $1.77 trillion, landing it among the top ten most valuable companies in the world. […]
The American dream is accessible to all, according to the child of immigrants.
Until July 4th, the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream has U.S. citizens sharing their interpretations of the 2026 American Dream. One of them is Chinweze Ahagotu, who heads Portfolio Management at Galderma, a global pharmaceutical company, where he oversees investments in the research and development of new dermatological treatments. My parents immigrated from […]
‘We ended their lives again’: Ex-pro-Palestine activist shares with Glenn Beck her reasons for leaving the movement
Activist Taryn Thomas Questions Her Beliefs Taryn Thomas has long supported Black Lives Matter (BLM), even becoming a pro-Palestinian activist during her time at Stanford University. However, after years of this active involvement, her views began to shift. A mix of ideological contradictions and a visit to an exhibition memorializing the Nova Music Festival victims […]
My favorite beauty choices for Prime Day are more exciting than a great hair day.
Exciting News: Amazon’s Early Prime Day Sale So, I’ve got to say, I’m really looking forward to Amazon’s early Prime Day sale this year. I get it; it feels like there are sales all the time. But Prime Day is, well, a bit special. Mark your calendars! It’s scheduled for June 23rd to June 26th. […]