The movie industry has long been a boys' club. It's no surprise that this affects how films are reviewed. A recent study found that reviews of movies with female leads or directors often have more sexist language than reviews of male-led films. This can hurt actresses' and female directors' careers
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has taken a significant step, stripping former Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Mark Milley of his security detail and clearance. This move comes with an order for the Defense Department's inspector general to review Milley's conduct. The goal? To determine if Milley's m
The Federal Reserve is about to make a big call on interest rates, and President Trump might not be happy about it. The Fed is expected to pause on rate cuts this week, mainly because inflation hasn’t made much progress lately. This move aligns with a strong economy and low unemployment, but some th
On Wednesday, the White House Office of Management and Budget reversed a memo that froze federal grants. This memo, sent on Monday evening, caused confusion and legal challenges. The goal was to review spending that might not align with Trump's recent executive orders, like those targeting diversity
Imagine this: you're among the millions of Americans who rely on Medicaid for healthcare. Now, picture the Republican Party proposing major cuts to this lifeline, aiming to fund tax cuts and immigration policies. Democrats warn these changes could strip 22 million people of their health coverage, br
On Wednesday, U. S. stock indexes are floating around as traders anxiously await the Federal Reserve’s interest rate call and results from major tech firms. The S&P 500 dipped slightly, while the Dow rose slightly. The Nasdaq, however, slipped a bit. This comes after a week of market shifts due to q
President Trump has sparked controversy again by trying to ban transgender people from the military. This time, he says it's because they're not focused enough on training and winning wars. Critics argue that trans troops have been serving successfully for years. The new order says anyone with gende
Ever had a skin problem and thought, "Let's go to urgent care"? It seems like a good idea, right? But hold on! A recent study found that doctors at urgent care centers might not be skin specialists. Imagine trying to fix a plumbing issue when you're actually an electrician. The study looked at over
You might think social participation is key for older adults, but have you ever considered how political, economic, and social factors play a role? It's time to dive into how these contexts can marginalize aging and disabled bodies. By using critical gerontology and critical disability studies, we c
Everyone's talking about artificial sweeteners these days. They're supposed to replace sugar without the weight gain, but what's really happening inside your gut? Let's dive into the science! First off, these sweeteners are everywhere. From diet sodas to sugar-free snacks, they're meant to appease
