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Are We Going Into Recession?

Based on historical trends, it is likely that the United States is heading into a recession or is currently in one. A common sign that a recession occurred or is occurring is marked by two consecutive quarters of negative GDP growth. Today, the Bureau of Economic Analysis has just released its data for the lastContinue reading “Are We Going Into Recession?”

Do Heat Waves Cause More Climate Change?

The United States is currently experiencing record heat waves with some states like Oklahoma and Texas expected to reach a high of 115℉. The cause of this heat wave has largely been blamed on climate change. The IPCC has reported that since 1970, global temperatures have been rising at 1.7℃ (~3.06℉) a century due inContinue reading “Do Heat Waves Cause More Climate Change?”

What Has The Jan. 6th Committee Uncovered So Far?

The Jan 6th committee started its hearings on June 9, 2022, in response to the riot, sometimes referred to as an insurrection, that occurred on January 6, 2021, at the US Capitol building. Rioters were able to break down the doors of the capitol building while the official election tally was being counted. An importantContinue reading “What Has The Jan. 6th Committee Uncovered So Far?”

Short Term Rentals, Are They Worth it?

Short-term rentals, sometimes referred to as transient lodging or vacation homes, are full or partial homes that are rented out by the homeowner for generally less than 30 days. With the uptick in usage of connectors apps such as Airbnb or Vrbo, advertising and profiting off of a short-term rental could be a viable optionContinue reading “Short Term Rentals, Are They Worth it?”

How Unhealthy is the Average American?

The United States has long been mocked as an obese nation where according to a 2016 survey, only 2.7% of Adults live a completely healthy lifestyle. This healthy lifestyle is defined as a good amount of exercise, a healthy diet, no smoking, and a body fat percentage of less than 20% for men and less thanContinue reading “How Unhealthy is the Average American?”

Majority Opinion in Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization Key Points

As everyone is no doubt aware, the Supreme Court has announced its decision last Friday in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson’s Women’s Health Organization. The decision effectively overturns the landmark case Roe v. Wade which established a constitutional right to privacy and by extension, abortion. Although the decision eliminates the right to an abortion,Continue reading “Majority Opinion in Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization Key Points”

Inflation and US Response Explained

Inflation and the resulting government response has been at the forefront of recent news yet some people may be wondering: what does it all mean? Inflation is the devaluing of a currency over the course of time. Put simply, inflation is when money can be used to purchase less and less goods and services becauseContinue reading “Inflation and US Response Explained”

Five Ways to Predict an Election

We are currently in the midst of primary election season where the winner(s) of the primaries will move on to the general election. Most states have what is called a closed primary, where voters can only choose between candidates of their own preferred party. Conversely, there is what is referred to as an open primary,Continue reading “Five Ways to Predict an Election”

Will There Be a Red Wave in November?

History says yes Once again, it is the election year where the voters decide who will be making our country’s decisions for the next two years. There are all 435 House seats up for grabs as well as 35 Senate seats. For the past 100 years, the party opposite of the president has gained a netContinue reading “Will There Be a Red Wave in November?”

The legal battle between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard has come to a close

After seven weeks of televised trial proceedings in the Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard trail, both sides have finally rested their case and jury deliberations have begun. For the past 4 years, Amber Heard and Johnny Depp have been suing and counter-suing each other for libel and defamation. It all started after a brutish divorceContinue reading “The legal battle between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard has come to a close”