Archive for 2026
Reflections on 9/11: 25 Years Later
Striking a balance between remembering September 11 and overemphasizing it can be challenging. Excessive reminders can seem distasteful, while too little can feel disrespectful. Even after 25 years, conversations with those who experienced the events
President George W. Bush’s Visit to Booker Elementary on 9/11
On the morning of September 11, 2001, President George W. Bush visited Emma E. Booker Elementary School in Sarasota, Florida. The visit was to acknowledge a rise in reading scores. Teacher Kay Daniels’ second-grade class
Understanding Postpartum Psychosis: A Rare But Severe Mental Health Issue
Ten years ago, Meghan Cliffel was a working mother in New York City. In December 2015, she had resumed work eight months after the birth of her second daughter. She described feeling overwhelmed with work
Gander’s Response to 9/11 and Its Legacy in ‘Come From Away’
Gander, a small town on Newfoundland, Canada, was thrust into an unexpected role on September 11, 2001. Its position in the northeast made it an essential landing spot for grounded flights. On that day, 38
Donald Trump’s Ideal Venue
On September 6, 2026, readers reflect on President Donald Trump’s vision for a grand ballroom. A suitable venue is conveniently close to the White House. The Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium sits on Constitution Avenue, right
China’s Progress in AI Raises Concerns in the U.S.
Bridget Bean, previously the executive director at CISA, highlights the swift pace at which China is closing the gap in artificial intelligence. Her concerns point to China’s potential development of ‘dystopian’ AI models and the
AVP League Championship Highlights: Aces and Palm Beach Passion Dominate
Kristen Cruz lunged to the left, aiming to place the ball on an open area of sand. After an intense rally at Oak Street Beach, she needed a breather and hoped for a point in
Hasan Piker’s Role in Politics: A Divisive Figure
Hasan Piker addresses criticism from Democrats over his provocative remarks, emphasizing his independence from the party’s image. The Twitch streamer’s support for socialist candidates contrasts with his potential to disrupt Democratic strategies during the midterms.
Andrew Garfield Criticized for Comments on Billionaires
Andrew Garfield faced criticism on X after calling out ‘billionaires’ during a discussion about his new movie, ‘The Uprising,’ at a Los Angeles screening. The film, directed by Paul Greengrass, portrays England’s 1381 Peasants’ Revolt,
Cyclists Gather for Annual Bike the Drive Event in Chicago
Jess Audey traveled from Columbus, Ohio, to Chicago with her 10-year-old daughter Darcy Evert to participate in Bike the Drive. It was the year’s only chance to bike DuSable Lake Shore Drive without cars. On