80 years after the development of the first nuclear bomb in New Mexico, the success of the film Oppenheimer has brought attention to the untold stories of the local communities affected by radiation from the Trinity Test. Tina Cordova, a resident of Albuquerque, and a “Downwinder,” shared her family’s history of cancer, connecting it to…
A sea corridor to Gaza is set to open this weekend, with European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen announcing plans to boost aid to the territory. This comes in the wake of President Biden’s announcement that the US intends to construct a floating pier to Gaza’s shoreline, though this project may take up to…
Social media influencer Bootlegger, also known as Karl Phillips, recently spoke out about what he claims to be unpaid funds from his collaboration with Wrexham Lager. The partnership between Bootlegger and Wrexham Lager resulted in the creation of Bootlegger 1974 Pilsner in 2020. In a video posted by Bootlegger, he expressed frustration at not receiving…
Purdue University has been making headlines this week, from celebrating another Big Ten men’s basketball championship to offering a new online Master of Science in artificial intelligence degree. Here are five things you need to know from Purdue: 1. Raise in Hourly Wages and Basketball Championship: Undergraduate workers at Purdue are receiving a raise in…
The NBA Foundation recently announced its 11th round of grants, totaling over $100 million distributed since its inception in 2020. Among the recipients is the Dream Defenders, a Miami-based organization dedicated to ending the criminalization of Black and brown youth and advocating for community resources over policing. Formed in 2012 in response to the tragic…
An Army spy operating within the IRA during the Troubles in Northern Ireland likely cost more lives than he saved, according to a report by Operation Kenova. The investigation focused on the agent known as Stakeknife, who was later identified as Belfast man Freddie Scappaticci. The report debunked claims that Stakeknife had saved hundreds of…
Trinity Celebrates Women’s Contribution Throughout History On International Women’s Day 2024, Trinity College Dublin is taking the opportunity to honor the remarkable women who have been an integral part of the university’s workforce over the years. From the first female students who arrived on campus in 1904 to the diverse roles women have held in…
A long-awaited report on the investigation into the Army spy known as “Stakeknife”, who infiltrated the IRA during the Northern Ireland Troubles, is set to be released. The probe, which lasted seven years and cost £40 million, focused on Belfast man Freddie Scappaticci, who denied being the notorious agent. Scappaticci, rumored to be Stakeknife, played…
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King Charles is meeting face-to-face with the Chancellor ahead of the Budget. In other news, the Palace has addressed rumors about Kate Middleton’s health as she takes time off from her royal duties to recover from surgery. Kate’s uncle, Gary Goldsmith, has also made headlines for his comments about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Stay…
