Imagine living in a world where the ability to express your thoughts and opinions is slowly being eroded away. It's not a reality from a dystopian novel, but our current reality. The erosion of free speech is happening, and it's not a single, dramatic event, but rather a thousand tiny cuts. From th
As the sun rises over the World Trade Center, the 9/11 anniversary commemorates the lives lost and reshaped by the devastating attacks. But this solemn occasion is also forever intertwined with presidential campaign politics. This year, President Joe Biden, former President Donald Trump, and Vice
Rep Jerrold Nadler the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee faced criticism and ridicule after appearing to doze off during an emotional hearing on the border crisis The committee was hearing from family members of victims who had suffered at the hands of violent illegal immigrants Did Na
Imagine if Social Security's sacred guarantee wasn't on the chopping block, but rather, it was fully funded for decades to come. Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) claims that cracking down on mega-rich tax dodgers could keep the New Deal program whole until the end of this century. Wyden estimates that the ul
As the Supreme Court's ban on race-conscious affirmative action in college admissions takes effect, elite universities are grappling with the consequences. Harvard University, for instance, has reported a decline in Black freshman enrollment, from 18 percent to 14 percent. Experts are divided, with
The warning signs of loneliness are finally being recognized as a serious threat to our physical and mental health. But could it also be a ticking time bomb for our finances? What if I have no one to rely on as I age? The Surgeon General's 2020 report highlighted the alarming rates of loneliness
In today's fast-paced world, staying fit and healthy has become a top priority. But for communities of color, equal access to fitness opportunities is a luxury few can afford. That's why Bevel's $25,000 grant to Double Dutch Aerobics, an innovative fitness business based in Atlanta, comes as a breat
The world of music is often romanticized as a realm of creativity and passion, but the harsh reality is that performing arts health is a relatively new field, and musicians are often left to suffer in silence. UW-La Crosse assistant professor Kourtney Austin is working to change this narrative by
Are Americans finally feeling more comfortable talking to their doctors about their health concerns? A recent survey suggests yes, but not without some lingering anxieties. What if this comfort is just a facade, and there are still substantial concerns lurking beneath the surface? Take a closer look
The highly anticipated debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump took center stage on Tuesday night. While opinion was divided on the outcome, one thing was clear - the reactions from celebrities were as fiery as the debate itself. Dionne Warwick set the tone w
