Long Island basketball player upholding family tradition in college sports
In 2021, Gianna Santacroce marked the last Southold women’s basketball player to head to college, just after her sister Francesca committed to Ave Maria, the same institution. “When I was scouted and learned my sister was already there, they said, ‘We definitely want you here to keep this tradition alive,’” Francesca shared. She added, “They […]
Kamala Harris describes herself as a ‘historic figure’ and emphasizes the tradition of marble busts.
Kamala Harris Declares Herself a “Historic Figure” On Tuesday, former Vice President Kamala Harris referred to herself as a “historic figure” while discussing the upcoming unveiling of her marble bust in Congress. This declaration came during an interview with The New York Times, where she also shared insights about her forthcoming book, titled “107 Days.” […]
Taylor University supporters rush onto the basketball court during the well-known ‘Silent Night’ Christmas tradition.
Indiana’s Exciting Tradition Things got lively in Indiana! On Friday night, a sea of Taylor University supporters crowded onto the basketball court as part of the beloved yet wild annual “Silent Night” Christmas event at the esteemed Christian institution. A mere three and a half minutes into the game, after the Trojans overwhelmed Moody Bible […]
NORAD’s Santa tracking tradition spans 70 years of military service
Tracking Santa: A Military Tradition In a fascinating twist on its usual operations, the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) dedicates part of its advanced command center, every December, to track Santa Claus. Yes, you read that right. The same radar systems normally on duty to safeguard North American airspace are repurposed to follow Santa’s […]
The evolution of NFL football as a Thanksgiving holiday tradition
The Evolution of Thanksgiving Football Tradition Even before the NFL introduced three Thanksgiving games, the concept of Thanksgiving games was already alive in certain regions of the country. The Northeast is seen as the birthplace of this Thanksgiving tradition, but interestingly, it wasn’t the New York Giants or Jets that started it. The roots can […]
The ‘Drinksgiving’ tradition gains popularity on Thanksgiving Eve
Thanksgiving’s Alternative Tradition: Drinkgiving While many Americans look forward to Thanksgiving, a surprisingly popular tradition has emerged in recent years: “Drinkgiving.” This event, sometimes referred to as “Blackout Wednesday,” takes place on the night before Thanksgiving. It’s a time when people gather at bars, often to unwind before the holiday and catch up with old […]
UC Berkeley’s tradition of free speech broken by Antifa violence and lack of response
UC Berkeley Faces Criticism Over Recent Free Speech Violations The University of California, Berkeley, which is historically known for its role in the modern free speech movement back in 1964, is now grappling with incidents that clash with those very ideals. Recently, a peaceful Turning Point USA event was disrupted violently by Antifa members, who […]
Paramount reduces expenses, SoftBank sells its Nvidia shares, Warren Buffett starts a new tradition and more in Morning Squawk.
Traders are seen working on the New York Stock Exchange on November 10, 2025, in New York City. Here are five key points investors should consider to kick off their trading day. 1. Trading Resumes Investors were optimistic following the Senate’s approval of a deal to end the government shutdown. All three major stock indices […]
Thailand’s central bank leader departs from tradition with a straightforward ‘hello’
On a Tuesday night, Bank of Thailand Governor Vitai Rattanakorn surprised over 100 journalists involved in the bank’s media group chat with a casual message: “I just came to say hi.” This direct outreach marks a significant shift in the bank’s usually reserved communication style. Since taking office, Vitai has made it clear that he […]
Continuing the tradition of first ladies supporting important causes, Melania Trump highlights the needs of Ukrainian children.
Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine began in 2022, over 19,000 Ukrainian children have been forcibly taken. Recently, some have been returned, a development that owes, in part, to the efforts of Melania Trump. Mrs. Trump has expressed her outrage about the exploitation of these innocent children. She even wrote a personal letter to President Putin […]