Addressing Poverty Disparities in NYC

In a city renowned for its affluence, New York City (NYC) grapples with staggering poverty rates, particularly among its children, despite boasting the highest concentration of millionaires globally. The Scope of Poverty A joint report by Robin Hood, an anti-poverty philanthropy, and Columbia University’s Center on Poverty and Social Policy reveals a distressing reality: poverty […]

Biden's Loss in American Samoa Caucuses

Biden’s Loss in American Samoa Caucuses

President Joe Biden faced an unexpected setback in the American Samoa Democratic caucuses, where he was projected to have lost to a relatively unknown challenger, Jason Palmer. Despite Biden’s overall success on Super Tuesday, this defeat marks his first loss in the 2024 Democratic primary and caucus season. According to the Associated Press, Jason Palmer […]

Native Teen Suicide Rates and Social Media Lawsuits

Native Teen Suicide Rates and Social Media Lawsuits

Two tribes have filed lawsuits against major social media platforms, alleging that these platforms contribute to high suicide rates among Native teenagers by fostering addiction. Lawsuits Filed The Spirit Lake Tribe in North Dakota and the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin filed lawsuits in Los Angeles County Superior Court. Defendants include Meta, Google, TikTok, Snapchat, […]

Biden's Direct Challenge to SCOTUS Justices

Biden’s Direct Challenge to SCOTUS Justices

President Joe Biden’s State of the Union speech on Thursday took a confrontational turn as he directly addressed US Supreme Court justices regarding their decision to overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade legislation. In an unscripted moment, Biden challenged the conservative-majority court’s ruling, emphasizing the significance of women’s political power. Departing from his prepared remarks, […]

Nvidia’s AI Chip Boom: A Potential Boost for US Semiconductor Jobs

Nvidia’s remarkable success in the past year extends beyond its stockholders’ delight. The soaring demand for its high-end chips, crucial for powering AI technologies such as ChatGPT, holds the promise of generating employment opportunities across the semiconductor industry, from chip designers to manufacturers and suppliers. Reducing Reliance on Overseas Manufacturing The surge in demand for […]

Biden's Unconventional State of the Union Address

Biden’s Unconventional State of the Union Address

President Joe Biden delivered a State of the Union address that diverged from recent norms, taking a direct aim at former President Donald Trump’s administration. In a speech spanning roughly 67 minutes, Biden criticized Trump’s handling of various issues, including the COVID-19 pandemic, immigration policies, gun control, and relations with China. Seizing what could be […]

US Economy Headed for Recession, Citi Economist Warns

Citi’s chief US economist, Andrew Hollenhorst, has shattered the illusion of a soft landing, predicting a recession for the US economy by mid-2024. Data Contradicts Surface Positivity Despite positive indicators like historically low unemployment rates, robust consumer spending, and strong GDP growth, Hollenhorst warns that beneath the surface, the economic data tells a different story. […]

The Boring Company's Misstep in Las Vegas

The Boring Company’s Misstep in Las Vegas

Elon Musk’s venture, The Boring Company, faced setbacks in its Las Vegas tunnel project, leading to temporary shutdowns of the public transit system. Expansion and Violations The Boring Company, known for its underground tunnel projects, received violations from Clark County for its activities near the Vegas Monorail. These actions were deemed to have created a […]

Biden Launches Investigation into Chinese Automakers Amid Surveillance Concerns

Biden Launches Investigation into Chinese Automakers Amid Surveillance Concerns

President Joe Biden has expressed concerns about the potential for China to exploit its vehicles for espionage activities and even remotely disable their functions. In response, his administration announced on Thursday that it would initiate an investigation into automakers from specific countries, with China being the primary focus. The investigation, led by the secretary of […]

Surge in Rent History Requests Floods New York State Government Website

New Yorkers are increasingly turning to a New York State government website portal to obtain information about their rental apartments, causing a surge in requests that has slowed down response times, according to an automated email from the Division of Homes and Community Renewal (DHCR). Unprecedented Increase in Requests The DHCR spokesperson described the surge […]