Pornography has a big impact on how young adults see sex and gender. It can shape their views and actions, sometimes reinforcing unfair power dynamics. While many studies look at porn's general effects, few explore how young adults handle these influences in their own lives. A recent study dug into
Queer theory often overlooks the role of mothers. It suggests that having kids is not something queer people should do. This idea links being a mother to being straight and following traditional norms. But queer moms are changing this narrative. Some people think that mothers pass down straight, tr
New Jersey is in a bit of a stir. The state's incoming governor, Sherrill, has asked long-time government workers to hand in their resignation letters. This isn't typical. Usually, only top officials get this request when a new governor comes in. But this time, it's different. People who have worked
Chuck Schumer, the top Democrat in the Senate, is making a strong case to undo recent budget cuts and even boost funding for key programs. He shared his plans at a recent event hosted by the Center for American Progress. Schumer's focus is on reversing the cuts made by the Department of Government
In a surprising move, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) revealed that federal agencies have canceled or reduced 42 contracts worth $1. 5 billion over just five days. This action saved taxpayers $269 million. One of the contracts was for $1. 2 million to hire a full-time director for gen
New Orleans is in a tough spot. It's got money problems, climate issues, and crumbling infrastructure. The city needs smart leaders who can handle these challenges without making things worse. But lately, it seems like some leaders are repeating old mistakes instead of learning from them. Take Mayo
The East Coast is breathing a sigh of relief as three major offshore wind projects get the go-ahead to resume construction. This comes after a series of court rulings that shot down the Trump administration's attempts to halt work on these projects. The projects in question are Revolution Wind off R
Treating patients with serious illnesses who also struggle with substance use is a tough job. Doctors often face a big challenge. They need to manage pain while also preventing misuse of medications. This is especially true when patients have a history of not following agreed-upon rules for taking o
In the rugged cliffs of West Africa, a humble plant named Virectaria stellata has sparked a scientific puzzle. This plant, found in Guinea, has unique star-shaped hairs that don't belong to its family. This discovery is shaking up what we thought we knew about how plants evolve and pass on traits.
In a recent military operation, the U. S. targeted and eliminated a key figure linked to a deadly attack in Syria. Bilal Hasan al-Jasim, an Al-Qaeda affiliate, was killed in a strike on January 16th. This individual was connected to the ISIS gunman responsible for the deaths of two U. S. soldiers an
