Author: Georgia McKoy

At Yosemite National Park, officials have encountered a recurring issue with improperly disposed of toilet paper.  In a recent Instagram post, the National Park Service highlighted this problem, noting its prevalence even in wilderness areas like Rancheria Falls. They described the scene vividly: “Picture this: Yosemite’s majestic wilderness, stunning vistas, and… surprise! Used toilet paper waving hello near Rancheria Falls—a full roll too!” Official Advice on Toilet Paper Disposal Source: Clay Banks/Unsplash In their communication, Yosemite’s National Park Service urges visitors to handle waste more responsibly under the guideline to keep things “clean and classy”.  They offer specific advice on…

There’s a buzz around Project 2025 and its bold blueprint to overhaul the U.S. tax system.  Tucked inside a detailed 900-page document aimed at the next Republican administration, these proposals aim to simplify federal bureaucracy across the board, not just taxes. Who’s Leading Project 2025? Source: Wikimedia Commons The project is spearheaded by Paul Dans and Spencer Chretien, both former members of the Trump administration and currently with the conservative Heritage Foundation.  They’re crafting a governance blueprint, fully baked and ready to launch with the next conservative president. Trump Steps Back Source: GOP/X Despite the momentum around Project 2025, Donald…

Recently, a woman’s visit to a Subway in Washington led to a heated online debate about tipping.  After being automatically charged a 20% tip on her sandwich order, she took to Reddit to express her frustration. Under the username u/CardiologistSilly926, she shared how this unexpected tip left her unsettled. An Unpleasant Surprise at Checkout Source: Wikimedia Commons During a typical family meal at Subway, everything seemed normal until it was time to settle the bill.  The woman recounted on Reddit, “When we checked out they added an automatic 20 percent tip which equaled $8.51.” This unexpected addition prompted her to…

New York’s own Democratic Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has launched a bold initiative, introducing articles of impeachment against Supreme Court Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas.  The allegations? A failure to disclose received gifts while on the bench. This daring step challenges the current GOP-led House, marking a pivotal moment in legislative pursuits. Accusations of Hidden Gifts Source: Wikimedia Commons In a striking accusation, Ocasio-Cortez charges Justices Thomas and Alito with concealing millions in gifts from parties directly involved in court cases.  She firmly states, “Justice Thomas and Alito’s repeated failure over decades to disclose that they received millions of dollars…

In the early hours of a July morning, a high-stress incident unfolded involving the security detail of Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor.  At 1:17 a.m. ET, two U.S. Marshals, stationed in an unmarked vehicle, faced a direct threat when a man from a nearby silver minivan aimed a gun at them through the window. Quick Response Thwarts Armed Threat Source: Wikimedia Commons The encounter took a dangerous turn as the armed man, later identified as 18-year-old Kentrell Flowers, threatened the officers.  Reacting under pressure, one Marshal drew his weapon and fired four times, striking Flowers, including once in the mouth,…

Rep. Burgess Owens launched a new caucus within the House, known as the Merit Caucus, which focuses on opposing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) ideologies in the educational sector.  Announced on a Wednesday, this caucus aims to maintain high educational standards and opposes the lowering of these standards in the name of equity. Owens Criticizes Current Educational Policies Source: RepBurgessOwens/X “The Left has a ‘war on meritocracy’ and is ‘lowering standards for students and teachers, discouraging achievement in the classroom, and eliminating academic excellence, all in the name of equity,'” Owens explained during the caucus launch.  His remarks were directed…

The White House recently had to issue a clarification after initial misstatements by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre.  She inaccurately described the nature of a meeting involving President Joe Biden’s health, which later needed correction. Actual Purpose of the Meeting Source: Wikimedia Commons Karine Jean-Pierre disclosed that the meeting, previously shrouded in misunderstanding, was actually part of President Biden’s annual physical check-up.  This revelation followed an embarrassing mix-up that required public correction to set the record straight. Each Visit Was For His Annual Physical Source: The White House/Wikimedia Commons Jean-Pierre has since clarified that any meeting with a doctor have been…

The House of Representatives witnessed an unusual political alignment with five Democrats joining 216 Republicans to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act.  This bill, securing a 221 to 198 victory, aims to tighten voter eligibility by requiring proof of U.S. citizenship, reflecting an ongoing national debate over voting rights. Robust Republican Support Source: Wikimedia Commons The SAVE Act garnered substantial support within the Republican Party, with 104 co-sponsors.  Prominent figures included House Majority Leader Steve Scalise of Louisiana, Majority Whip Tom Emmer of Minnesota, Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik of New York, and Republican Policy Committee Chair Gary…

This week, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez took a decisive step by filing impeachment articles against Supreme Court Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito.  On the House floor, she passionately claimed their refusal to step aside in key cases “represents an abuse of power and threat to our democracy.” A Call for Resignation Source: Wikimedia Commons In a fiery speech, Ocasio-Cortez demanded immediate action, insisting that if Justices Thomas and Alito don’t step down, Congress should remove them for compromising the rule of law.  Her words echoed through the halls of Congress, illustrating a serious crisis of integrity at the highest court.…

Recent studies have shown that as climate change progresses, the ocean’s overturning circulation is expected to weaken significantly.  This slowing circulation is predicted to reduce the ocean’s ability to absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, which could exacerbate global warming. Balancing Carbon: The Ocean’s Role Source: KAL VISUALS/Unsplash Although the ocean’s circulation is slowing, this should also mean less carbon is brought up from the deep ocean, which could have been released back into the atmosphere.  Jonathan Lauderdale, a research scientist at MIT, explains, “The ocean should maintain its role in reducing carbon emissions from the atmosphere, if at a…