Author: Alyssa Miller
Alyssa Miller
Alyssa Miller is a writer, editor, and educator with a passion for entertainment and pop culture. She graduated from the University of San Francisco with a Bachelor of Arts in English and a minor in Communications. Before graduating, Alyssa worked as a freelance entertainment and film education writer, contributing to a variety of publications, including Britain’s First Frame Magazine. She also continued to write short stories and screenplays in her free time.
Airbnb and other vacation rental sites are having a tough time in Florida as the state’s senate passes a legislative proposal that gives state authorities regulatory powers over the short-term rental market. However, local officials in Florida fear that this measure won’t resolve the main conflict that has existed for years in their communities. Florida’s New Short-Term Rental Bill Source: Bruin79/Wikimedia The Florida State Senate passed a measure (SB 280) that regulates short-term statewide vacation rentals approved since 2016. Any rentals that pre-existed on that date would remain unaffected. This legislative action aims to standardize regulations across the state on…
Last year’s investigation into the off-the-benches lives of the Supreme Court Justices revealed that Justice Clarence Thomas may be guilty of tax evasion and questionable ethics over decisions. Conservative mega donors allegedly funding Thomas’ lavish lifestyle have heightened public awareness of the influence on the U.S. justice system. However, this hasn’t stopped the questionable ethics of the Supreme Court Justice. Justice Thomas’s Controversies Source: Earl McDonald/Wikimedia Justice Thomas, who is the longest-service Supreme Court Justice and arguably the most conservative, has received yacht trips and private jet travels through conservative mega-donors throughout his time on the bench. Some argue that…
The 100-year-old Ohio college, Notre Dame College, has declared that it will shut its doors this year. This is just one of several small Catholic colleges closing in recent years. The Roman Catholic institution has faced financial challenges over the last several years, but the rising costs and declining enrollment contributed to the school’s closure. This is a challenge that many other institutions will be facing in the upcoming year. Why Notre Dame Closed Its Doors Source: Wikimedia Commons Following the resignation of President J. Michael Pressimone in November, Notre Dame’s decision came as a shock to the community. Speculation…
As the economy shifts and people tighten their purse strings, certain everyday luxuries are the first to get cut from the budget. One of these luxuries includes some of your favorite fast-food chains. Since 2020, hundreds of fast-food franchises have closed their doors, but why are these popular restaurants filing for bankruptcy? Let’s get into it. The Promises of Operating a Fast Food Franchise Source: Marcel Heil/Unsplash Running a fast-food chain is not an easy feat, even when times are good. While franchising has been largely successful over the last 75 years, some owners were not able to live up…
New calculations reveal that the Federal Republic of Germany has exceeded its CO2 consumption limit, endangering the global effort to achieve the 1.5 degrees Celsius (or 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit) target. The Expert Council for Environmental Issues (SRU), which has long advised the German government, warns that immediate action is necessary to prevent further environmental damage. The Paris Climate Conference Source: Wikimedia Commons In 2015, the world’s nations committed to limiting the rise of man-made global warming at the Paris Climate Conference. This agreement outlines a CO2 budget that specifies the allowable amount of greenhouse gas emissions that can be released…
Throughout the past year, both minor and major businesses have faced financial challenges, leading to an increasing number of commercial bankruptcies. In 2023, hundreds of corporations grapple with the aftermath of rising interest rates, persistent inflation, and mounting debt. Now, a significant consumer finance company joins the ranks, filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as it confronts a staggering billion-dollar deficit. Major Companies File for Bankruptcy in 2023 Source: Wikimedia Commons Bed Bath & Beyond and Rite Aid were some of the top retailer bankruptcies that shocked everyone in 2023. The two companies filed Chapter 11. While Rite Aid is continuing…
In the unique landscape of Joshua Tree, California, an architectural marvel stands as the most expensive listing in the area. Known as the Invisible House, this $18 million property is distinguished by its mirror-clad exterior, which creates an illusion of the building blending seamlessly into the surrounding desert. Its innovative design has not only set a new standard in modern architecture but also positioned it as a standout property in Joshua Tree. A Top Contender on Airbnb’s Wishlist Source: theinvisiblehouse/Instagram The Invisible House has achieved notable recognition as one of Airbnb’s most wish-listed properties in 2023. Through a combination of…
The stocks for former president Donald Trump’s social media company, Truth Social, rose to nearly 50 percent by Tuesday afternoon on its first day on the stock market. The parent company of Truth Social–Trump Media & Technology Group–went public on Tuesday morning under the ticket DJT (short for Donald J. Trump). After Trump Media merged with Digital World Acquisition, a special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC), Truth Social was able to make a public listing and sell stocks to the public. Digital World’s shareholders voted in favor of the merger Friday, and Trump Media took Digital World’s place on the Nasdaq. Truth…
New York couple Susana and Joseph Landa discovered that they were not alone after moving into their newly purchased $2 million dream home in the New York City suburb of Douglaston, Queens in October 2023. Within the walls, a man was squatting there, and, according to New York law, had a right to be there. Who Is the Squatter Source: Jsme MILA/Pexels Brett Flores is the squatter who has been living inside the walls of the Landas’ home. The former owner of the house hired him as a caretaker and paid him $3,000 a week for his service. Unfortunately, the…
California lawmakers and Senator Bernie Sanders are proposing a bill that would change working hours for millions of Americans. The introduced bill would establish a 32-hour workweek across the U.S. This would be the first time in 84 years that Americans’ 40-hour workweek would change, and many other lawmakers are in support of this change. What Is the 32 Hour Workweek Act Source: Andrea Piacquadio/Pexels Known as the 32-Hour Workweek Act, the bill aims to redefine the full-time workweek from 40 hours to 32 hours without reducing workers’ pay. California’s Senator Laphonza Butler and Representative Mark Takano stand at the…