In the months following Donald Trump’s indictment, an interesting phenomenon has occurred: his support among Republican voters in the presidential primary has actually increased. Despite facing multiple criminal charges, polls show that GOP voters are more likely to vote for him again. This trend has transformed Trump’s infamous statement from 2016, where he claimed he …
TikTok’s algorithm, often seen as an all-knowing entity, governs the platform’s “For You” page, curating videos based on users’ previous interactions. It seems to have a deep understanding of users’ interests, hobbies, and thoughts, even predicting aspects of their identity. However, TikTok will soon allow users in Europe to disable the personalized feed to comply …
In 1860, Anna Elizabeth Dickinson, the daughter of Quaker abolitionists, attended a public debate titled “Women’s Rights and Wrongs” in Philadelphia. Unexpectedly, she found herself speaking up against a man who believed that women were equal to men but more suited for domestic roles. Dickinson pointed out that with such a father, it was no …
The demand for Ozempic in America continues to increase, making it a sought-after drug. Novo Nordisk, the manufacturer, has even limited shipments and paused advertising to prevent shortages. The drug’s active ingredient, semaglutide, is also known as Wegovy and is used as an obesity medication. It has gained popularity, especially among teenagers, as it has …
On Mercer Island, a small community near Seattle known for its affluence, a local Girl Scout troop leader and flood safety worker named Kate Akyuz decided to run for Mercer Island City Council Position No. 6 in 2021. Despite being a political newcomer, Akyuz quickly found herself the target of what appears to be a …