Ben Cohen, co-founder of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, announced that Jerry Greenfield is quitting the company he started in 1978 due to a dispute with British owner Unilever. In his statement, Greenfield accused Unilever of limiting the brand’s ability to speak out on social and political issues, which has become synonymous with the brand’s … Read more
Nonprofit organizations across North Texas are reeling from devastating funding cuts due to the federal government’s efforts to reduce “waste, fraud and abuse” from the budget. CoAct, a social design studio focused on developing strategic responses to societal challenges in Fort Worth, is not immune to these cuts. The North Texas Community Foundation, Communities Foundation … Read more
The Federal Reserve is facing controversy over its monetary policy decisions. Recently, the Fed cut interest rates for the first time since December by 0.25 percentage points. However, some governors are questioning the decision due to potential politics involved. Governor Lisa Cook was only able to attend a meeting because of a court ruling that … Read more
FBI Director Kash Patel faced criticism from lawmakers on Wednesday for his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Lawmakers claimed that the FBI is withholding information about powerful individuals involved in Epstein’s alleged sex trafficking. Patel defended the agency’s actions, stating that court orders prevented the release of some evidence and that he had not … Read more
Co-creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker announced that the fifth episode of season 27 has been canceled due to not meeting its deadline. The episode was set to air on Comedy Central, but instead, fans will have to wait three more weeks for episode six, which airs on October 15. This is not an unusual … Read more
FBI Director Kash Patel faced intense scrutiny from Democrats over the handling of Jeffrey Epstein’s files, with some accusing him of creating a cover-up. The Justice Department’s handling of the Epstein case has been a major focus during Patel’s testimony before the House Judiciary Committee. During the hearing, Patel was repeatedly pressed on why more … Read more
A Houston-based company that owns over 60 strip clubs across the US has been charged with bribing a New York state auditor to avoid paying $8 million in sales taxes. The executives allegedly offered free trips, private dances, and other perks to influence the auditor’s decisions in exchange for reduced tax liabilities. Source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/strip-club-execs-bribed-tax-auditor-private-dances-charges-say
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray removed a post from his social media accounts after facing backlash over a photo shoot with his dog wearing a Michael Vick jersey. The former NFL player’s career was marred by controversy, including a prison sentence for participating in dog-fighting. Despite this, Murray apologized and said he admired Vick as … Read more
Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Jerry Greenfield has quit his role as “brand ambassador” at the company after a public feud with parent Unilever, citing that he can no longer remain an employee due to being silenced for speaking out on progressive issues. Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/ben-jerrys-co-founder-exits-after-feud-with-unilever-over-gaza-2025-09-17
A family in Mississippi is seeking answers after their son, a black college student named Demartravion “Trey” Reed, was found hanging from a tree on the campus of Delta State University. The university’s police chief says Reed died by suicide, but concerns are growing as the case brings up painful memories of the state’s history … Read more