Gratitude’s Power to Transform Physical and Mental Well-being

We are currently experiencing a prolonged mental health crisis. Unprecedented levels of anxiety, depression, and burnout are impacting workplaces, educational institutions, and homes. While these challenges often feel overwhelming, moments of tranquility can arise from unexpected sources. Each Thanksgiving, as families share what they are thankful for, a profound change occurs within the brain. The […]

The American Tradition of Military Voting: Let’s Preserve It

As the U.S. military marks its 250th year, honoring the sacrifices made to safeguard freedoms and democracy, ensuring service members and their families can freely participate in elections is paramount. However, the Supreme Court’s consideration of a case poses a potential threat to the voting rights of military personnel and their engagement in the democracy […]

Trump Envoy Steve Witkoff’s Russia Ties Face Examination: What You Need to Know

President Donald Trump seemingly remains unperturbed that one of his envoys reportedly provided counsel to the opposing party in ongoing foreign-policy discussions. This development follows a report published by Bloomberg on Tuesday, which unveiled a purported transcript. The transcript allegedly captures U.S. Special Envoy for Peace Missions Steve Witkoff, known for his role in mediating […]

Thanksgiving Storms: Past Events and Future Implications

Widespread storms are anticipated to affect a significant portion of the U.S. this week, possibly causing disruptions to holiday travel for millions. Today, precipitation, specifically rain, is projected for the Midwest, Southeast, and East Coast. Snow is also predicted for areas of Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York throughout the week. In New York […]

Why a Federal Initiative Is Promoting Proper Attire and Civility for Thanksgiving Air Travelers

With Americans traveling home during what is projected to be the busiest holiday period in 15 years, a Transportation Department official is advocating for civility and appropriate dress to ease the experience. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) recently launched a pre-Thanksgiving campaign encouraging travelers to “restore civility and manners” by “dressing respectfully” and remembering […]

Trump’s Ukraine Proposal: A Call to Action for Europe

The proposed peace agreement for Ukraine, which was leaked to the media, has caused considerable alarm. The proposal echoed many of the points previously made by the Kremlin, and the language used seemed to be directly translated from Russian. This confusion was compounded after U.S. lawmakers claimed that Secretary of State Marco Rubio described it […]

Community Health: An Investment That Delivers

In 1989—the year of our birth—the world appeared to be descending into chaos. The U.S. initiated an invasion of Panama. Thousands were massacred in Tiananmen Square. The Exxon Valdez caused a massive oil spill in Alaskan waters. The Berlin Wall crumbled. It was an turbulent period, characterized by significant unrest, debt crises, economic stagnation, and […]

The Curious Evolution of the White House Turkey Pardon

The yearly presidential turkey pardon, held in November, has evolved into a tradition as distinctly American as the itself. Annually, during the week of Thanksgiving, the President stands with one or two live turkeys, given amusing names such as Butter and Bread or Corn and Cob, officially sparing them from becoming part of a holiday […]

Emphasizing Indigenous Futures Over Solely Indigenous Histories

Conceptions of Indigenous culture frequently revolve around themes of loss. The Trail of Tears, for instance, serves as a prominent example. This involved the forcible displacement—orchestrated by the US government between the 1830s and 1840s—of from their ancestral lands in the southeast. Up to Cherokees perished during this ordeal. It represents a narrative of utter […]

Republican Lawmaker Breaks Silence After Mark Kelly Points to GOP Quiet on ‘Sedition’ Row

President Donald Trump and Republicans have been outspoken regarding issues of increasing , particularly following the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Yet, when Trump himself a group of Democratic lawmakers, alleging sedition, Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona, one of those Democrats, highlighted his GOP colleagues’ subsequent silence. “We’ve heard very little, basically crickets, from […]

Mark Kelly Pushes Back on Pentagon Inquiry: ‘It Won’t Work’

The Pentagon declared on Monday its intention to investigate Democratic Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona for potential violations of military law. This inquiry concerns his involvement in a video that urged U.S. military personnel to defy “illegal orders” from their superiors. The [source/report] indicates that Kelly, a retired U.S. Navy captain, is facing “serious allegations […]

How Climate Change Affects Your Thanksgiving Dinner

Across the U.S., Thanksgiving provides an opportunity to savor the bounty of the autumn harvest, including items like sweet potatoes, pumpkin, turkey, and green beans. However, rising temperatures affecting growing seasons and severe weather events destroying crops mean that farmers nationwide are encountering increasing difficulties in cultivating produce and raising animals. Marcus Coleman, a Tulane […]

Weight-Loss Medications Show No Apparent Efficacy Against Alzheimer’s

GLP-1 medications, including Wegovy and Zepbound, have seen a surge in sales as scientists continue to uncover their broader effects on the body, extending beyond mere weight reduction. However, Novo Nordisk announced on November 24 that a highly anticipated study investigating these drugs’ influence on Alzheimer’s disease revealed no significant benefit. Novo Nordisk, the manufacturer […]

How Patriarchy Contributed to the Roman Republic’s Collapse

The collapse of the Roman Republic is often attributed to a failing government, political self-interest, and constitutional breakdown, with key figures like Cicero and Caesar frequently highlighted. However, this historical period also reveals a crucial, often neglected lesson about the significant impact of women’s history on broader societal developments, a fact worth remembering. Upon his […]