Author: Alyssa Miller

The prestigious Princeton University is under fire from the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) and the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) over alleged free-speech violations. How tight is Princeton’s grasp on limiting free-speech to its students? Let’s get into it and what outside sources are trying to do to reiterate the free-expression policies put in place by the university. How Did Princeton Limit Free-Speech on Their Campus? Source: Alex Wong/Getty Images According to FIRE, a non-profit organization that defends and sustains the individual rights of Americans to free speech and free thought, reports that Princeton University is allowing the weaponizing…

In the United States and most parts of the world, Apple products reign supreme. However, Apple is facing a major challenge in one of the company’s biggest markets. Huawei is one of the largest competitors to Apple in China. Now, the company is about to get a huge tech boost to help their smartphones compete with iPhones. How exactly? Let’s get into it. China Is Solving Its Semiconductors Problem Source: Jacobs School of Engineering, UC San Diego High-end semiconductors have been a challenge for Chinese smartphone makers to get their hands on. High-end semiconductors are crucial for smartphones because they…

Elon Musk’s innovative company Tesla is recalling nearly 2.2 million vehicles sold in the United States. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration revealed on Friday a safety issue present in nearly all Tesla vehicles produced by the electric car maker. If you are a Tesla owner, you should keep reading this and discover why you might be returning your Tesla soon. Why Are Tesla Vehicles Being Recalled?  Source: Matt Weissinger/Pexels In an updated 2023 investigation into the Tesla steering problems, engineering analysis, and other safety issues, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that some warning lights on the instrument…

Jordan Peterson, a University of Toronto psychology professor and bestselling author, appealed a ruling from the College of Psychologists of Ontario that ordered him to undergo “social media training” after he posted his opinion on issues online. Why is Peterson being “sentenced” to social media training? Let’s get into it and what he is doing to push back against the ruling. Jordan Peterson Is In Opposition for “Woke” Subjects Source: Pixabay/Pexels Peterson posted online his beliefs, which include his opposition to the “climate change” hysteria, the use of gender pronouns, gender change, and other “woke” subjects. Peterson, who was battling…

This last year has been tough on people’s bank accounts. Luckily, there might be a break coming to married couples. Married couples filing a tax return jointly might get a tax cut bill thanks to a group of four New York House Republicans. The discussion around the bill is set to be discussed in the chamber in the coming days. This is everything we know about the bill. A Call to Reform the SALT Deduction Bill Source: Rawpixels According to Newsweek, the New York House Republicans held a procedural vote on unrelated bills on Tuesday after the GOP failed to…

Making $10 billion in sales is a pretty big accomplishment for any company. Sephora, a makeup company with chains across the United States, hit this milestone in 2023. As a token of appreciation for the store workers’ role in achieving the company goal, the stores received deliveries of stale cookies. The sprinkled individual treats have a “Thank You” sticker attached to the plastic wrapping, but the treat doesn’t feel very sweet. Sephora’s “Infamous Cookie” Source: Mike Mozart/Flickr Sephora store employees were treated last week with cookies that came wrapped in a label saying: “We did it! $10 billion.” This was…

The post-pandemic financial woes have caused a lot of problems for small businesses and big-name retailers. While established giants might be able to weather the storm, smaller chains are struggling to survive. This beloved Michigan chain is now choosing to close its doors rather than file for bankruptcy. The Struggles of a Post-Pandemic World Source: Polina Tankilevitch/Pexels The biggest restaurants and retailers that embrace the digital infrastructure to adapt to the changing landscape of the post-COVID world. Chains like McDonald’s and Starbucks adapted by building up their drive-through and delivery capacity. Chains that did not update their digital channels due…

After noticing an error on their side, the state Department of Education and the superintendent of public schools demanded that an Oklahoma teacher return the $50,000 bonus they gave her. The teacher responded by filing a lawsuit against them. Why is this teacher suing? Who is right or wrong in this situation? Let’s get into it. Superintendent of Public Instruction Want the Bonus Back Source: Andrea Piacquadio/Pexels Kay Bojorquez, a special education teacher for Epic Charter Schools in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, received a bonus of $50,000 in November after applying for Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters’s Teacher Signing Bonus…

As the risk of wildfire increases in California, homeowners are trying to protect their possessions with the state’s fire insurer of last resort, FAIR PLAN. As more and more homeowners try to renew their plans, the response times from the company are becoming increasingly worrisome. Many are waiting to hear if their policies will be renewed on time, according to Newsweek. But what happens if they don’t hear anything back from the fire insurer? Californians Scramble to Find Fire Insurance  Source: Josh Fields/Pexels Wildfires have become an increasingly regular issue in California. Warmer temperatures, drier conditions, changes in rainfall patterns,…

What do you think is a comfortable salary for the average American? Well, your answer will vary depending on where you live. Some cities in the U.S. are far more expensive than others, which means your dollar won’t go as far as you would like it to. In a new report, GoBankingRates discovers how far a six-figure salary can go in each of the 50 states in America. While some states allow you to save, others will put you in debt. Let’s get into it. What Is the Study? Source: Pixabay/Pexels Researchers set an imaginary person’s salary to $100,000. Then,…