Author: Georgia McKoy
Georgia McKoy
Georgia is an experienced writer from London, England. With a passion for all things politics, current affairs and business, she is an expert at crafting engaging and informative content for those seeking to expand their knowledge of the current marketplace. Outside of work, Georgia is an avid tennis player, a regular attendee of live music shows, and enjoys exploring London’s diverse culinary scene, always on the hunt for a new restaurant to try!
Speaking CNN’s “State of the Union,” Senator Marco Rubio spotlighted a constitutional snag that could trip up a potential vice-presidential bid by Gavin Newsom alongside Kamala Harris. He pointed out that the Constitution bars electors from casting votes for both a president and vice president from their home state. Rubio’s Vice Presidential Dilemma Source: Wikimedia Commons As a rumored potential vice presidential candidate for Donald Trump, Rubio faced probing questions about whether he’d relocate from Florida or step down from the Senate to pursue the opportunity. His answers shed light on the tough choices faced by those in the running.…
Chris Vermeulen, the expert mind behind The Technical Traders, is ringing alarm bells over a potential crash that could reshape the U.S. property market. He’s predicting a dramatic decline that could slash prices by 30% in both the home and commercial sectors over the next three years. Such a shift suggests a major upheaval ahead. Housing Doomsday Jose Rago/Unsplash One of the current issues the housing market is facing, which has been dubbed as a “housing doomsday” by real estate expert Kirsten Jordan, is the amount of housing available. It is currently an issue of supply and demand, as there…
House Democrats are putting up a unified front against a Republican election bill that insists on voters proving their citizenship. This battle heats up as both sides draw lines in the sand, with Democrats pushing back hard against what they see as a restrictive move. The SAVE Act Unpacked Source: Erik (HASH) Hersman /Wikimedia Commons The GOP calls it the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, aiming to amend the National Voter Registration Act. Their goal? Make sure every voter proves they’re American before casting a ballot, stirring a fiery debate on voter rights. Democratic Resistance Heats Up Source: Wikimedia Commons…
California has taken a pioneering step by mandating that credit card companies use a unique four-digit code for gun stores, a first of its kind in the nation. This move, effective from July 1, aims to track transactions at gun stores and coincides with similar but opposing actions in other states, highlighting a national divide in handling gun sales. Decoding the Merchant Category Codes Source: Wikimedia Commons Merchant Category Codes (MCC) help credit card companies classify businesses for various reasons, from tax reporting to determining transaction fees. Specifically, for gun stores, the MCC won’t detail what’s purchased but will categorize…
Frank Figliuzzi, a seasoned ex-FBI official, didn’t mince words on MSNBC this weekend. He blasted the Supreme Court’s decision on presidential immunity, saying it’s time to “look back in history.” History Repeats? Supreme Court’s Controversial Decision Source: Wikimedia Commons Chief Justice John Roberts, in a striking 6-3 majority, declared former President Donald Trump has “presumptive immunity” for actions in office. This ruling connects directly to allegations of Trump interfering in the 2020 election. Trump’s Troubles: From Charges to Claims of Witch Hunts Source: Wikimedia Commons Back in August 2023, Trump faced indictment over attempts to overturn the 2020 election results.…
Hidden for millennia, a civilization lost to time has been unearthed in South America, casting new light on ancient cultures. According to lead researcher José Miguel Pérez-Gómez, who spoke with DailyMail.com, this discovery in Venezuela’s remote mountains unveils vibrant ancient drawings, a first of its kind for the region. Mystical Art on Mountain Walls Source: José Miguel Pérez-Gómez/Proyecto Arqueológico Canaima The rock art found includes colorful dot patterns, leaf motifs, and stick figures, possibly used in age-old rituals. “Previous studies found no signs of human activity here, suggesting a previously unknown civilization,” Pérez-Gómez revealed to the Daily Mail, making every…
Scientists have confirmed a significant reversal in the movement of Earth’s core, observing that it has slowed to the point of moving backward. This surprising phenomenon marks a crucial development in geophysical research, providing new insights into the dynamic processes at Earth’s center. Historical Discovery and Ongoing Research Source: Wikimedia Commons The solid inner core of the Earth, discovered by Danish seismologist Inge Lehmann in 1936, rotates independently from our planet. Its behavior has been the subject of scientific scrutiny and debate for decades, leading to various theories about its speed and direction of rotation. Techniques in Studying the Earth’s…
Real estate mogul Jorge Pérez is not holding back his thoughts on Governor Ron DeSantis’s recent decision to slash arts and culture grants. “A horrible message to send,” Pérez stated about the cuts, emphasizing the negative impact on Florida’s cultural landscape. Miami’s Real Estate King Defends the Arts Source: Wikimedia Commons Jorge Pérez, Miami’s real estate titan and a renowned art collector, has voiced his displeasure. Having donated massively to the arts, including $80 million to a Miami museum, he understands the stakes. “We want to be a serious city,” he argued, linking culture directly to a city’s stature. New…
A visitor at Yellowstone National Park found herself in a precarious situation when she got too close to a bison during the peak of rutting season. Despite numerous signs warning of the dangers, she approached the massive animal, known for its unpredictability during this time. Caught in the Act Source: touronsofyellowstone/Instagram Aimee Lopez, watching safely from her car, caught the whole scene on camera. As the tourist edged closer to the bison, snapping photos, Lopez took to the internet to share her disbelief: “These were taken in Yellowstone yesterday. It got worse, she tried to pet it.” Turning Her Back…
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has urged his colleagues to consider a challenge to the authority of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), which has led to widespread reaction on social media. This follows the Supreme Court’s decision not to hear an appeal from Allstates Refractory Contractors after a lower court dismissed the company’s lawsuit against OSHA. The Origin of the Controversy Source: Wikimedia Commons The lawsuit initiated by Allstates Refractory Contractors challenged the constitutionality of OSHA’s powers as outlined by the 1970 federal law, arguing that it infringes on Article 1 of the U.S. Constitution. This article delegates…