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In an attempt to address all the growing concerns Americans have of the app, Tik Tok CEO Shou Zi Chew testified before Congress on March 23 (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/ “Shou Zi Chew” by Tom Williams. March 23, 2023).

Growing security concerns of Chinese-owned social media app TikTok may lead to a national ban

By Nicole Trinkl | Apr. 8, 2023

As the social media app TikTok has grown in popularity in the United States, increased concerns about privacy and security have arisen, leading to an initiative to try to ban the app. Issues regarding whether the app is collecting Americans’ private information and manipulating users through its algorithm has catapulted Congress’s desire to remove the app entirely from U.S. devices.

Mass protests have been taking place across Israel in opposition to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s judicial overhaul plans (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Flags at Protests against Netanyahu 2020 Jerusalem” by Nir Hirshman Communications. August 1, 2020).

Judicial overhaul plans delayed after mass protests in Israel

By Gauri Patel | Apr. 4, 2023

Since January, mass protests have been taking place across Israel in opposition to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s judicial overhaul plans. Hundreds of thousands of demonstrators crowded the streets of cities, calling for the reforms to be scrapped and for Netanyahu to resign.

Former President Donald Trump is facing a slew of legal challenges, leading to possible trouble for his 2024 reelection campaign (Photo courtesy of Donald J. Trump Presidential Library via Instagram. October 18, 2020).

As Manhattan grand jury announces indictment, Former President Trump is facing other legal woes

By Mike Sherr | Mar. 31, 2023

Former President Donald Trump was indicted by a New York grand jury on March 30. While the charge has not been directly revealed at time of writing, the decision was based on a hush money scandal that occurred in 2016. The 45th president is facing other legal challenges, as well including possible interference in Georgia’s 2020 presidential election and the withholding of classified documents at Mar-a-lago.

A $1.6 Billion defamation lawsuit against Fox News by Dominion Voting Systems claims that Fox News was spreading false election claims during and after the 2020 Presidential Election (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Ballot Counting Machine” by Lance Fisher. November 7, 2006).

Dominion Voting Systems sues Fox News for false 2020 election claims

By Nicole Trinkl | Mar. 29, 2023

A $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit against Fox News by Dominion Voting Systems filed in March 2021, claiming that Fox News was spreading false election claims during and after the 2020 Presidential Election, has led to a landmark case. Dominion Voting Systems Inc v. Fox News Network LLC could significantly impact how news commentators report on the news moving forward. The case could also reinforce what news organizations will be held liable for when they spread false information.

(Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Change in Average Temperature” by NASA’s Scientific Visualization Studio, Key and Title by Eric Fisk. January 15, 2020).

The U.N. climate change report: what we should be concerned about and what we can do

By Aneri Upadhyay | Mar. 27, 2023

A new report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) provides more information on concerns, such as global warming, gas emissions and financial aid to countries in need. This new report serves not only as a commentary for the present, but also as a warning for the future.

Silicon Valley Bank collapsed and was taken over by federal regulators, marking the largest failure of a U.S. financial institution since the height of the global financial crisis of 2008 (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“3003 West Tasman Drive entrance 2, Santa Clara, California” by Minh Nguyen. March 13, 2023).

Silicon Valley Bank collapse sends shockwaves through financial industry

By Gauri Patel | Mar. 27, 2023

On March 10, California-based Silicon Valley Bank collapsed and was taken over by federal regulators, marking the largest failure of a U.S. financial institution since the height of the global financial crisis of 2008, according to AP. The financial industry, already struggling with the consequences of climbing interest rates and self-inflicted wounds, has felt the shockwaves after the collapse.

Although the 2024 presidential election process may still be a while away, the presidential candidates and political issues for the next election cycle are already beginning to emerge (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Joe Biden and Donald Trump” by Gage Skidmore, Shealah Craighead, krassotkin. November 4, 2020).

Examining 2024 presidential candidates and the election process

By Ben Gallanter | Mar. 23, 2023

American voters, attentively observing political news in their homes across the nation, are becoming curious about what the 2024 United States presidential election will entail. Although the 2024 presidential election process may still be a while away, the presidential candidates and political issues for the next election cycle are already beginning to emerge.

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court held a hearing on President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan that would cancel up to $20,000 in student debt for borrowers with limited earnings (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Text - Student loans on paper piece with a pile us dollar bills” by Marco Verch Professional Photographer. May, 25, 2021).

Supreme Court Justices holds a hearing on Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan

By Gauri Patel | Mar. 7, 2023

The Supreme Court held a hearing on President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan that would cancel up to $20,000 in student debt for borrowers with limited earnings, according to NPR. If the program is implemented, 43 million student loan borrowers will benefit, and nearly 45%, or 20 million people, can have their remaining student debt fully canceled. About 1.12 million New Jersey residents have applied for federal student loan forgiveness, according to data from Politico.

The United States Food and Drug Administration recently approved an at-home test for flu and COVID-19 (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Making a Covid 19 home self test” by Jernej Furman. September 29, 2021).

FDA approves dual at-home test for flu and Covid-19

By Aneri Upadhyay | Mar. 3, 2023

The United States Food and Drug Administration recently approved an at-home test for flu and Covid-19 on Feb. 24. This test would allow the general public to be able to determine if they have the flu or Covid-19, an important distinction due to the similar symptoms from both illnesses. The emergence of at-home tests to distinguish influenza from Covid-19 is especially important with the removal of on campus testing at the College.

The question of who is responsible for the content we see online, the user or the platform, is being raised as the Supreme Court reexamines Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act in two recent cases (Photo courtesy of Flickr/ “US Supreme Court” by Kjetil Ree. March 8, 2007).

The Supreme Court's reexamination of Section 230 may lead to the reform of the Internet

By Nicole Trinkl | Mar. 3, 2023

The question of who is responsible for the content we see online, either the user or the platform, is being raised as the Supreme Court reexamines Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act in two cases: Gonzales v. Google LLC and Twitter Inc. v. Taamneh. Section 230 focuses on big tech companies' information distribution practices and policies.

The United States’ Food and Drug Administration unanimously supported the production of Narcan, a nasal spray containing naloxone, to be sold without a prescription required (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Opioids” by K-State Research and Extension. April 5, 2018).

Narcan supported by FDA as over-the-counter medicine for opioid overdoses

By Aneri Upadhyay | Feb. 27, 2023

Opioid overdose medication may now be offered over the counter after support from the Food and Drug Administration. The United States’ FDA unanimously supported the production of Narcan, a nasal spray containing naloxone, to be sold without a prescription required.

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced in his state of the nation address that Moscow is suspending participation in New START, a nuclear arms control treaty with the United States (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Vladimir Putin” by Global Panorama. July 8, 2014).

Russia suspends nuclear arms treaty after Biden’s visit to Ukraine

By Gauri Patel | Feb. 24, 2023

On Feb. 21, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced in his state of the nation address that Moscow is suspending participation in New START, the last remaining nuclear arms control treaty with the United States, according to Reuters. Putin cited the U.S.’ support for Ukraine and the accusation that the U.S. and NATO are supposedly working for Russia’s destruction as the reason behind the announcement.

(Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Members of the UK's International Search & Rescue team at work in Hatay, Turkey, looking for survivors of the devastating earthquakes” by Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. February 8, 2023).

Earthquake kills over 46,000 and leaves Turkey and Syria in crisis

By Amber Nodes | Feb. 23, 2023

In the early morning of Feb. 6, a level 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Turkey and north-west Syria, killing many in the strongest earthquake recorded for Turkey in almost 85 years, OCHA reported on the day of the catastrophe. Another earthquake of a 6.3 magnitude devastated the Turkey and Syria border on Feb. 20, killing six people and injuring more.

On Feb. 13, a gunman opened fire on the campus of Michigan State University, killing three students and injuring five more, before fatally shooting himself (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Michigan State University in September” by VasenkaPhotography. January 28, 2012).

Three killed and five in critical condition after Michigan State shooting

By Gauri Patel | Feb. 23, 2023

On Feb. 13, a gunman opened fire on the campus of Michigan State University (MSU), killing three students and injuring five more, before fatally shooting himself, according to NPR.

An approximately 150-car Norfolk Southern freight train carrying hazardous chemicals derailed and caught fire on Feb. 3 in East Palestine, Ohio, causing a massive chemical spill. (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Ohio National Guard” by The National Guard. February 7, 2023).

Ohio train derailment results in massive chemical spill devastating local communities

By Nicole Trinkl | Feb. 22, 2023

An approximately 150-car Norfolk Southern freight train heading to Illinois from Pennsylvania carrying hazardous chemicals derailed and caught fire on Feb. 3 in East Palestine, Ohio, causing a massive chemical spill. Not only have people’s health been at risk, but the environment has suffered too.

Scientists have recently discovered a dwarf planet with rings when theoretically there should not be any, changing the way that researchers examine planetary rings (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Neptune” by Judy Schmidt. December 2, 2017).

Quaoar’s Ring: Astronomers question theory after discovering rings

By Aneri Upadhyay | Feb. 21, 2023

Planetary rings are common among our solar system. All gas giant planets have them, although Saturn’s rings are the most famous for being the largest. There are certain factors that need to be present in order for a planet to maintain its rings. Scientists have recently discovered a dwarf planet with rings when theoretically there should not be any, changing the way that researchers examine planetary rings.

The details and released footage of the Tyre Nichols incident have sparked conversations across the United States about responses of potential police reform (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“IMG_6119” by Becker1999. January 30, 2023).

The impact of the death of Tyre Nichols on the push for police reform

By Ben Gallanter | Feb. 20, 2023

Millions of Americans have watched the recently-released police body camera videos of Tyre Nichols laying in the street in handcuffs after being beaten by police officers in dread, appall and disbelief. The shocking footage has stirred up controversy across the United States and has drawn widespread attention back to a contested subject that is considered continuously, immensely prevalent for discussion in today’s society: police reform.

President Joe Biden stood before Congress on Tuesday, Feb. 7 to deliver the State of the Union address, in which he discussed political gains and called on Congress to pass certain legislation (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“IMG_7298” by Matt Johnson. July 17, 2019).

Biden called for Bipartisanship in State of the Union

By Mike Sherr | Feb. 17, 2023

President Joe Biden stood before Congress on Tuesday, Feb. 7 to deliver the State of the Union address, in which he discussed political gains and called on Congress to pass certain legislation. Biden faced some backlash during his speech from some members of the Republican Party for comments he made about various topics.

A U.S. military fighter jet shot down a white balloon over South Carolina's coast on Feb. 4, following speculation that it may have been a Chinese spy balloon (Photo courtesy of Flickr/ “USA-China” by 李季霖. Feb 11, 2021).

China-US tensions rise following Chinese Spy Balloon being shot down

By Nicole Trinkl | Feb. 16, 2023

An American military fighter jet shot down a white balloon over South Carolina's coast on Feb. 4, under President Biden's orders following speculation that it may have been a Chinese spy balloon traveling across the United States. Tensions are mounting between the two great nations making people wonder what this potential territorial aggression will lead to during this unsettling time.

With the rise of the avian flu, a new pandemic could be upon us - and eggs might be at risk (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Bird Flu shop” by Kashif Mardani. March 27, 2006).

Eggflation: How Avian Flu has impacted the price of eggs

By Aneri Upadhyay | Feb. 15, 2023

You’ve probably noticed that egg prices have increased at your local grocery store. With inflation and the recent outbreak of avian flu, they’re on the rise and other animals may be at risk — including humans.

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Growing security concerns of Chinese-owned social media app TikTok may lead to a national ban

Judicial overhaul plans delayed after mass protests in Israel

As Manhattan grand jury announces indictment, Former President Trump is facing other legal woes

Dominion Voting Systems sues Fox News for false 2020 election claims

The U.N. climate change report: what we should be concerned about and what we can do

Silicon Valley Bank collapse sends shockwaves through financial industry

Examining 2024 presidential candidates and the election process

Supreme Court Justices holds a hearing on Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan

FDA approves dual at-home test for flu and Covid-19

The Supreme Court's reexamination of Section 230 may lead to the reform of the Internet

Narcan supported by FDA as over-the-counter medicine for opioid overdoses

Russia suspends nuclear arms treaty after Biden’s visit to Ukraine

Earthquake kills over 46,000 and leaves Turkey and Syria in crisis

Three killed and five in critical condition after Michigan State shooting

Ohio train derailment results in massive chemical spill devastating local communities

Quaoar’s Ring: Astronomers question theory after discovering rings

The impact of the death of Tyre Nichols on the push for police reform

Biden called for Bipartisanship in State of the Union

China-US tensions rise following Chinese Spy Balloon being shot down

Eggflation: How Avian Flu has impacted the price of eggs

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