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CBS News and 60 Minutes: A Clash Over a Critical Story

December 22, 2025

A recent dispute at CBS News has brought attention to the challenges of reporting on sensitive topics, especially those involving the Trump administration. The conflict revolves around a "60 Minutes" story that was pulled from the lineup just before it was set to air. The story, reported by correspo

politics

Wisconsin's Gerrymandering Fight: A Judge's Misquote

November 27, 2025

Wisconsin's political landscape is a battleground, with Republicans and Democrats locked in a power struggle over voting districts. The state's congressional map, drawn by Republicans after the 2010 census, heavily favors the GOP, despite the state's nearly even split between the two parties. This i

education

Are Psychology Books Getting Their Facts Right?

November 23, 2025

Psychology books for beginners have been under the microscope lately. It turns out, they've had some problems with getting the facts straight. These books often make psychology studies seem more solid than they really are. They also tend to push ideas that lean towards progressive politics. Some we

politics

Journalists and Controversial Figures: Where Do We Draw the Line?

November 15, 2025

In the world of journalism, maintaining a clear boundary between reporter and source is crucial. This became evident when emails surfaced, revealing interactions between journalists and the late Jeffrey Epstein. One such exchange involved journalist Michael Wolff, who advised Epstein on how to handl

opinion

Why Do Trump Cartoons All Look the Same?

November 5, 2025

There's a lot of talk about how political cartoons are one-sided. Many people feel like they've seen the same Trump cartoon over and over. It's always the same idea: Trump as a angry, foolish figure. Sometimes he's in a tank, like he's attacking cities. Other times, his supporters are shown as unedu

politics

Climate Science Debate: Who's Really Cherry-Picking Facts?

October 30, 2025

A recent report by the Department of Energy (DOE) has sparked a heated debate, with some critics accusing it of cherry-picking data and ignoring mainstream climate research. However, a closer look at the report reveals a different story. The DOE report acknowledges that global temperatures have bee

politics

A New Twist in Vaccine Policy: Politics Over Science

July 9, 2025

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the US health secretary known for his strong anti-vaccine stance, recently made waves by replacing all 17 members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). This committee, which advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has historically b

politics

Tariffs, Inflation, and the Fed: What's the Deal?

June 26, 2025

Jerome Powell, the head of the Federal Reserve, spoke up about tariffs and inflation during a recent chat with senators. He said that the new tariffs might make prices go up in the coming months. This means that everyday items could cost more. Powell also mentioned that most Fed officials think cutt

celebrities

Reality Stars Set for Presidential Pardon

May 28, 2025

The Chrisleys, a couple known for their reality TV show, are on the verge of receiving a presidential pardon. This move comes after they were convicted of serious financial crimes. The couple, Todd and Julie Chrisley, were found guilty of defrauding banks and evading taxes. Their lavish lifestyle, s

technology

How Machines Might Misread Our Feelings

April 12, 2025

In the world of technology, there are tools that try to guess how people feel. These tools are called emotion inference models. They work like a black box, meaning we can see what goes in and what comes out, but we don't know exactly how they make decisions. This can be a big problem, especially whe