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 […]
Radio host criticizes Knicks fans as the most annoying in American sports
Knicks Fans: A Mixed Reputation When you think of Knicks fans, “patient” usually comes to mind. But one Chicago sports radio host has thrown a curveball into that perception. Lawrence Holmes, who co-hosts a show on “104.3 The Score,” recently claimed that Knicks fans are actually the “most obnoxious” in American sports. It’s an interesting […]
Baseball Hall of Famer John Smoltz pursuing victory at the American Century Championship
John Smoltz: A Golfer with a Pitching Legacy While many recognize John Smoltz as a Baseball Hall of Famer, it turns out the 59-year-old is also an impressive golfer. Smoltz made it to the U.S. Senior Open in 2018, and he’s looking to compete again this year. He claims his game has never been in […]
Missing American college student discovered deceased in Japan following search
Search for Missing Auburn Student Ends Tragically The family of James “Weston” Higginbotham, a 20-year-old Auburn University student who went missing during a family trip to Japan in late May, announced on Saturday that he has been found deceased. Higginbotham’s mother, Nancy, shared the heartbreaking news in a Facebook statement, revealing that a volunteer search […]
After twenty setbacks, a non-profit founder realizes the American Dream.
Until July 4th, the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream is showcasing U.S. citizens sharing what the American Dream means to them in 2026. One of the featured individuals is Kilimanjaro Robus, who co-founded the Hidden Genius Project in California, aimed at mentoring young Black men in tech and entrepreneurship. It’s interesting how we […]
Human brains kept ‘alive’ for drug testing by a controversial American company
Reviving Human Brains for Drug Testing Recently, researchers have taken a controversial leap forward. After successfully reviving pig brains for experiments a few years back, they’re now diving into a new frontier: human donor brains. This team aims to restore functionality to these brains and use them to test experimental therapies. Enter Bexorg, a biotech […]
Today Marks a Victory for Trump’s Trade Policies — American Factories Are Thriving Again
Manufacturing Productivity Rises Amid Record Tariffs, Challenging Common Beliefs There’s something worth noting: the long-held beliefs about trade tariffs and their effects on the economy might be facing some serious scrutiny. Perhaps it’s time for a cultural shift, one that could lead to a new understanding of economic realities. Maybe museums should start thinking about […]
Hannah Harper, winner of ‘American Idol’, impresses in her Grand Ole Opry debut with support from a special guest.
Hannah Harper’s Grand Ole Opry Debut It seems like a remarkable moment has come full circle. Hannah Harper, the winner of “American Idol,” marked an exciting milestone by making her debut at the iconic Grand Ole Opry in Nashville last night. Harper’s audition became one of the most popular moments in the history of the […]
The importance of incorporating financial literacy into the American dream
Caroline Pham on the American Dream Until July 4th, the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream is showcasing U.S. citizens sharing their perspectives on what the 2026 American Dream means to them. Among those featured is Caroline Pham, who serves as the Chief Legal Officer at MoonPay and was formerly a Commissioner of the […]
Funding is a hidden advantage for American communities
Many people have a misconception that grants are merely free money given out without much thought or only awarded to large nonprofits with good connections. In truth, subsidies play a significant role in the American economy. They are carefully structured to align capital with specific goals, benefiting both donors and recipients when objectives are met. […]