Author: Georgia McKoy

Florida’s weather is taking a dramatic turn. Meteorologists warn that a mix of torrential rain amid unusually dry conditions is brewing a recipe for potential disaster in the Panhandle and Big Bend areas.  The National Weather Service in Tallahassee has released a hydrological outlook, pinpointing the heightened risk for the coming week. August’s Dry Spell Sets the Stage Source: Wikimedia Commons An unusually parched August left Florida with well below normal streamflows, as noted by the Tallahassee NWS office.  This dry backdrop, paired with upcoming storms, raises the threat level, increasing the likelihood of flash floods and escalating wildfire risks…

Trump’s tax proposals total an estimated $10.5 trillion over a decade, exceeding the combined budgets of all domestic federal agencies.  This substantial figure is derived from Trump and his running mate JD Vance’s numerous tax cut proposals, as they campaign across the country. The magnitude of this sum challenges the financial resources available to the federal government. The Challenge of Balancing the Budget Source: federalreserve/X Tax and budget specialists have initially estimated that even eliminating $9.8 trillion in non-defense discretionary spending over ten years wouldn’t cover the expense of Trump’s proposed tax cuts.  This suggests a significant shortfall in the…

Eight relatives of Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential candidate, have publicly shown their support for former president Donald Trump by donning T-shirts that read “Walz’s for Trump.”  They posed in front of a flag emblazoned with “Trump 2024: Take America Back,” signifying a political stance that contrasts sharply with that of Walz. Image Shared on Social Media by Charles Herbster Source: CWHerbster/X The photo capturing this unexpected endorsement was shared on the social media platform X, formerly Twitter, by Charles Herbster, a former Republican gubernatorial candidate from Nebraska.  Herbster highlighted the family’s support for Trump in a post, helping…

Molson Coors, the well-known producer of Coors Light and Miller Lite, has publicly announced a major rollback of its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies.  This development was shared in an internal letter to employees that was later exposed by conservative activist Robby Starbuck, signaling a significant shift in the company’s policy direction. Activist Influence on Corporate Policy Source: ZBreakingNewz/X Robby Starbuck revealed his interaction with Molson Coors on social media. He said, “Last week I messaged executives from @CoorsLight @MolsonCoors to let them know that I planned to expose their woke policies. Today they’re preemptively making changes,” indicating his…

Rancho Palos Verdes, with its scenic views over the Pacific Ocean, sits atop a shaky foundation of weak rock and slippery clay, constantly battered by ocean waves.  This underlying instability has made the area a perennial risk zone for landslides, particularly affecting homes built on these precarious bluffs. Unfolding Disaster from Past Storms Source: fyfluiddynamics/X The aftermath of two consecutive stormy years is now evident, with landslides moving land at an alarming rate, far exceeding the typical few inches per year.  This rapid movement is the result of moisture deep within the ground, a delayed response to the historic rainfall…

Scientists from Oregon State University, Arizona State University, and the Atlantic Shark Institute were monitoring a pregnant, 8-foot porbeagle shark as part of their research when it was killed by a larger predator.  This unexpected event has stirred interest in the scientific community, highlighting the presence of formidable predators even to top predators like sharks. Detailed Tracking Across the North Atlantic Source: Wikimedia Commons The research team had been tracking the movements of the porbeagle shark from New England to Bermuda.  The journey of hundreds of miles was abruptly ended by an unforeseen predator attack, revealing the harsh realities of…

Last week, California Democrats turned down a Republican-backed bill aimed at abolishing the state’s tax on tips for service workers.  Despite bipartisan support nationwide, this refusal came as a surprise, especially with a similar stance being championed at the national level by prominent politicians. Vice President’s Echo of Bipartisan Goals Source: VP/X Vice President Kamala Harris recently promised to eliminate the federal tax on tips, aligning with her Republican opponents.  This move mirrored former President Trump’s pledge at a Las Vegas rally to ax the controversial tax “right away first thing in office.” The Public’s Strong Opinion Source: Wikimedia Commons…

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the Biden administration’s move to reallocate $4.5 million in health funds previously set for Oklahoma.  The court’s decision stemmed from Oklahoma’s ban on clinics providing a crucial hotline number for abortion information, spotlighting this case as a key moment in the broader national discussion triggered by the 2022 Roe v. Wade overturn. A Trio Disagrees Source: Wikimedia Commons While the Supreme Court sided with the Biden administration, not all were in agreement.  Conservative Justices Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito, and Neil Gorsuch voiced their dissent, preferring to side with…

Robby Starbuck has been taking a stand against the DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies of major American corporations, claiming significant influence over their decisions.  Recently, he highlighted that Molson Coors made adjustments to its DEI strategies after he indicated that an exposé might be forthcoming. He made this announcement via a post on X, drawing attention to his role in influencing corporate America. Impact on Prominent Brands Source: Marcel Strauß/Unsplash The effects of Starbuck’s activism are visible across various major brands.  Following his critique, companies like Jack Daniel’s have revisited their DEI policies. This trend of re-evaluating DEI initiatives…

Progressive veterans’ group VoteVets has launched a new attack ad targeting Donald Trump, criticizing his history of remarks about veterans.  The ad, which quickly gained traction after being posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, aims to highlight Trump’s past comments that have been viewed as disrespectful to military service members. Ad Views Skyrocket Over the Weekend Source: votevets/X After its release on Friday, the VoteVets ad had attracted significant attention, amassing over 617,000 views by Monday. This surge in views indicates a strong public interest in the contents of the ad, which details several controversial statements made by Trump…