Everyone, Everyday: Talking About What Matters
President Joe Biden recently announced his 2025 budget proposal, which includes a roadmap for expanding free community college nationwide, following in the footsteps of similar programs in New York, Connecticut, and Denver. If you’re intrigued, read on to see how it could affect you. Biden’s Commitment to Education Biden has already been particularly strong on … Read more
The global refugee crisis continues to deepen, with millions of individuals forced to flee their homes due to persecution, conflict, and violence. However, the journey to safety is fraught with numerous injustices that refugees encounter along the way. From discrimination to lack of access to basic rights, these injustices exacerbate the already dire situation for … Read more
Despite significant progress in LGBTQ+ rights in many parts of the world, queer individuals still face invisibility and discrimination in various aspects of their lives. From legal protections to healthcare access and representation in media, there are numerous areas where LGBTQ+ rights are overlooked, perpetuating systemic inequalities and erasing queer experiences. 1. Legal Recognition of … Read more
Discover essential insights and actions for fostering a more affirming and equitable world for transgender and non-binary individuals. From recognizing the complexity of gender identity to advocating for inclusive spaces, this primer offers valuable guidance for allies. 1. Gender Identity is Internal Gender identity refers to an individual’s deeply felt sense of being male, female, … Read more
Bitcoin just hit a new peak, soaring past the $70,000 mark to reach past $72,269. This milestone comes amidst a flurry of market expansion and aligns with some interesting shifts in regulatory attitudes in the UK and the US. However, even with this growing institutional approval, the caution due to cryptocurrency unpredictability hasn’t faded from … Read more
Reddit is getting ready to join the New York Stock Exchange, eyeing a $6.4 billion valuation. They’re listing themselves on the exchange as “RDDT,” offering 22 million shares at $31 to $34 each. Joining the Stock Exchange Redditt, one of the world’s largest and most popular social media sites, is looking to become a publicly … Read more
The Senate passed a $460 billion spending package ahead of a deadline to prevent a partial government shutdown. Despite the challenges and bipartisan criticism, the package aims to fund essential departments through fiscal year 2024, but with another budget deadline approaching, negotiations are far from over. Passing the Package In a last-second move to avoid … Read more
JetBlue Airways and Spirit Airlines have called off their $3.8 billion merger after a federal court ruling raised significant antitrust concerns in January, marking a victory for the Biden administration’s stance against mergers that could harm competition. The decision comes as both airlines recognized the insurmountable legal challenges they faced, with JetBlue agreeing to pay … Read more
The national average credit score has dropped for the first time since 2013 – and while it may not be a cause for national concern yet, it is an indication of growing financial stress for the average American. Average Credit Score Drops For the first time in ten years, the national average FICO credit score … Read more
Elon Musk’s involvement with OpenAI began with visions of a nonprofit promoting beneficial AI for the public, but as funding demands grew, disagreements emerged over shifting to a for-profit model. This led to Musk’s legal battles against OpenAI for deviating from its foundational mission, adding to the growing list of legal troubles Musk is facing. … Read more