America’s Coffee Love Amid Trade Tensions

US adults drink 516 million cups of coffee daily, despite rising prices. The country is the world’s largest coffee importer and Brazil its biggest supplier. However, trade tensions are escalating due to President Trump’s threat to impose 50% tariffs on Brazilian goods if former leader Jair Bolsonaro faces a legal inquiry. This could lead to … Read more

Marcus Smart Signs with Lakers After Waiver Clearance

Guard Marcus Smart has agreed to a two-year, $11 million contract with the Los Angeles Lakers after clearing waivers, sources told ESPN on Saturday. Smart, the 2022 Defensive Player of the Year and three-time All-Defense first-team member, will have a player option in his new deal for more lucrative free agency opportunities in 2026. The … Read more

NASA Launches TRACERS Mission to Study Sun’s Impact on Earth

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is set to launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base this Tuesday, carrying the Tandem Reconnection and Cusp Electrodynamics Reconnaissance Satellites (TRACERS). The mission aims to study how the Sun’s solar wind affects Earth’s magnetic field. TRACERS will monitor the interaction between the solar wind and Earth’s magnetosphere, capturing near-simultaneous measurements … Read more

Billion-Dollar Fed Renovation Sparks Trump Allies’ Fury

The Federal Reserve’s headquarters renovation has exceeded $2.5 billion in cost, prompting criticism from President Donald Trump’s allies who are calling for an investigation into the project. The high price tag has drawn comparisons to a “swamp” where special interests thrive. White House officials have hinted at potential wrongdoing by Fed Chair Jerome Powell, fueling … Read more

Superman’s Problematic Legacy in the Age of Identity Politics

The recent debate over James Gunn’s assertion that Superman is an “immigrant” highlights the complexities of cultural symbolism in America. Gunn, now headlining DC’s cinematic future, stated that Superman’s inherent kindness is a political statement, and he spoke plainly about the film’s themes. However, his comments triggered outrage, with some accusing him of politicizing the … Read more

Destiny 2 Desert Perpetual Raid Loot Table and Rewards

Bungie has officially released the Desert Perpetual raid in Destiny 2, as part of the Edge of Fate expansion. The new raid is themed around the Vex and the Nine, continuing the story right where the Edge of Fate campaign left off. The Desert Perpetual raid features six legendary weapons, a Whirling Ovation exotic rocket … Read more

Flu Shots Benefit Unvaccinated Too, Study Finds

A new study published in JAMA Network Open has found that vaccinated individuals can indirectly benefit from living in a highly vaccinated population, reducing their risk of acquiring the flu virus. Researchers used an agent-based model to estimate the impact of influenza vaccination on both directly vaccinated and unvaccinated populations. Influenza seasons vary widely, with … Read more

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Social Security COLAs May Get Boost in 2026 Due to “Trump Bump”

For millions of retirees, Social Security is more than just a monthly check – it’s a foundational puzzle piece to their financial well-being. The annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) announcement in October is always closely watched, and this year’s reveal may bring a boost in benefits due to President Trump’s tariff and trade policies. Social Security’s … Read more