Struggling College Graduates Face Unemployment Crisis in US Economy

A recent college graduate, Solomon Jones, faces an uncertain future as he navigates the high unemployment rate among young adults. Jones earned his bachelor’s degree in sports communication with a minor in psychology this May, but is still looking for a full-time job. As of March, 5.8% of recent college graduates aged 22 to 27 … Read more

Block Joins S&P 500, Replacing Hess Ahead of July 23 Trading Date

Fintech giant Block is set to join the S&P 500 index as of July 23, replacing oil producer Hess, following Chevron’s $54 billion acquisition of Hess. The move comes after Block reported disappointing quarterly results and a weak forecast in May due to concerns over the macro environment. Despite underperforming the broader U.S. market this … Read more

Trump’s Attempt to Fire Powell Could Spark Supreme Court Battle

President Donald Trump’s plan to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell could lead to a contentious courtroom battle that may reach the Supreme Court. If Trump proceeds with his intention, Powell would likely sue, and the case would head to court. The issue of whether Trump has the authority to remove Powell as Fed chair … Read more

Flesh-Eating Bacteria Claims 4 Lives in Florida So Far This Year

A type of flesh-eating bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, has claimed four lives in Florida this year, according to the state’s health department. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that a total of 11 people have contracted the bacteria so far in 2025. Vibrio vulnificus typically thrives in warm, brackish seawater and can enter … Read more

DR Congo Rebels Sign Qatar Deal to End Fighting

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebel group have signed a declaration of principles in Qatar to end fighting in eastern Congo. The agreement, reached on Saturday in Doha, follows weeks of talks between representatives of both sides. The decades-long conflict has roots in the 1994 Rwandan genocide and has killed thousands … Read more

Ari Aster’s Eddington Falls Short

Ari Aster’s new film “Eddington” is a poorly executed attempt at tackling contemporary politics and social issues. The movie follows a small New Mexico town as it navigates the summer of 2020, with a cast of characters including sheriffs, mayoral candidates, and conspiracy theorists. By setting his film in this time period, Aster tries to … Read more

EscaPADE Mission Delayed Again as New Launch Date Announced

Blue Origin has confirmed that a pair of EscaPADE probes will launch into space as part of the second mission of the New Glenn rocket, but the exact date remains uncertain. The EscaPADE mission aims to study Mars’ magnetosphere and atmosphere, as well as its interaction with the solar wind. Originally scheduled for October 2024, … Read more

National Ice Cream Day 2025 Deals & Discounts Galore

National Ice Cream Day is just around the corner, and many popular ice cream brands are celebrating with sweet deals and discounts. Here’s a scoop of the best offers to enjoy on July 20: Dairy Queen: Free Dilly Bar with any order over $1 through the DQ App. Baskin-Robbins: $5 off orders over $20 in … Read more

US Allies Face ‘Enshittification’ Under Trump’s Rule

The United States is reaping its benefits from decades of maintaining global dominance, but for its allies, life has become increasingly difficult. The term “enshittification” was coined by author Cory Doctorow to describe a cycle that has played out in the online economy, where platform owners start squeezing their users and vendors for everything they … Read more