ESPN discloses its efforts to persuade Jason Kelce to refrain from using one disputed word
It seems that “we” really should stay in the stands, not up in the booth. Jason Kelce, the former center for the Eagles who has transitioned to an ESPN commentator, is still figuring out his new role, and ESPN appears to recognize that challenge. In a recent discussion with the Philadelphia Inquirer, Jeff Dufine, a […]
Anthropic Aims to Persuade Religious Leaders that AI Possesses Consciousness
Anthropic’s Efforts to Engage Religious Thinkers on AI Consciousness In April, executives from the AI startup Anthropic held a dinner for a group of religious scholars at an upscale restaurant. This gathering was part of the company’s broader initiative to persuade theologians, philosophers, and academics that AI could be a conscious entity, akin to humans. […]
Three Upset Elderly Women Could Not Persuade The Sole Juror
Good morning, everyone. So, I might have brought this up in earlier editions, but one of my favorite bits about my family history is that I’m related to someone who ran the very first witch trials … in a bar. Lieutenant Nathaniel Ingersoll was quite the figure—owned businesses, was involved in the militia, and led […]
Video: Sunny Hostin Attempts to Persuade Police Against Arresting Her Son
Sunny Hostin, a host on ABC’s talk show The View, was recently filmed in a moment with police as she tried to dissuade them from arresting her son for trespassing. Gabriel, her son, was taken into custody on June 16 for “trespassing” near the Metro-North Railroad tracks in Westchester County. Hostin arrived shortly after his […]
Kate Middleton is unable to persuade Prince William to stop riding motorcycles.
Prince William’s Love for Motorcycles Sparks Concerns The Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, has been struggling to prevent Prince William from riding his motorcycle, a situation that resonates with couples everywhere, says author Christopher Andersen. He noted that William’s passion for biking is somewhat relatable, especially since many partners deal with their loved ones’ hobbies, […]
Michael Jordan and Adam Silver couldn’t persuade James Dolan to lift Charles Oakley’s ban from MSG.
Knicks Owner Keeps Grudge Against Oakley Despite Finals Return James Dolan, the owner of the New York Knicks, still holds a grudge against former player Charles Oakley. This tension remains, even as the Knicks celebrate their return to the NBA Finals for the first time in 27 years. Interestingly, even Michael Jordan’s intervention couldn’t mend […]
This is how the CDC attempted to rely on flawed science to persuade people to wear masks during COVID.
As June 2026 nears, it’s striking—almost alarming—how many people are still devoted to wearing masks. There’s this post on social media where a guy proudly described donning a mask while visiting the British Museum in London, claiming it was for his health and to prevent lowering his IQ. Seriously? It feels like anyone still masking […]
What can be done to persuade Jerome Powell to step down from the Fed? Remove his parking space.
This week, Jerome Powell confirmed that he won’t be leaving the Federal Reserve next month after ending his term as chairman. However, some of his critics appear to be exploring ways to change his mind, according to On the Money. “A good idea would be to revoke his parking privileges at the Fed building,” suggested […]
Trump claims Israel did not persuade him to go to war with Iran.
Trump Dismisses Claims of Israeli Provocation in Iran Conflict President Donald Trump has denied suggestions that Israel influenced the decision to engage in conflict with Iran. In a recent post on Truth Social, he asserted that the results of this conflict “will be amazing.” He highlighted the brutal Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, […]
‘How Could You Not Know?’: Swalwell’s Close Friend Attempts to Persuade Media That He Had No Idea
Gallego Reacts to Swalwell’s Resignation Amid Misconduct Allegations On Tuesday, Arizona Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego was questioned by a reporter regarding the sexual misconduct allegations against former Democratic California Representative Eric Swalwell. Swalwell announced his resignation from the Legislature on Monday, just a day after launching his gubernatorial campaign, following public allegations from multiple women, […]