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Ronnie Radke, the frontman for the eclectic band Falling in Reverse, dropped a merch sale of a new shirt earlier in June which serves as an affront to his critics while also benefitting a non-profit organization intent on addressing the indoctrination of youths in the realm of the extreme edges of LGBTQ lifestyles and identities….
American history is often a tale of valor and heroism, yet the narratives that dominate our textbooks and public commemorations can be surprisingly selective. In the southern states, monuments and memorials to Confederate generals—men who fought to preserve the institution of slavery—are still prevalent. Meanwhile, figures like General Gordon Granger, who played a pivotal role…
A dinner hosted by UC Berkeley law professors Erwin Chemerinsky and Catherine Fisk, well-known advocates for civil liberties, has sparked controversy following an interruption by a pro-Palestine protester. The incident, which took place at the home of the law school dean, has ignited a debate on free speech and accusations of racism. The Incident Back…
The Oscars, formally known as the Academy Awards, are perhaps the most prestigious accolades in the film industry, embodying glamour, excellence, and, occasionally, controversy. One intriguing aspect that has fascinated historians, cinephiles, and the public alike is the origin of the name “Oscar” for the iconic statuette. Over the years, multiple theories have emerged, intertwining…
In a move that has sparked heated debate, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) recently announced a name change intended to be more inclusive of transgender children and the broader LGBTQ community. As a former Boy Scout and Cub Scout, I find this change utterly ridiculous, particularly in light of the organization’s already existing efforts…
LOS ANGELES, CA – A female photographer, with a sizeable profile and following, is currently facing criticism over what some online are claiming is a libelous characterization of a male peer in her field, with her teeing up unsubstantiated Me Too-style rumors to malign the male photographer in question. On May 14, noteworthy photographer Ashley…
In a recent viral TikTok video, Asa Blanton, a prospective nursing student at Indiana State University, ignited a firestorm of controversy and outrage due to her overtly racist remarks that appear to have stemmed from the debate over pop star Beyoncé entering country music. Blanton’s video not only reflects the persistence of racism in society…
The University of Southern California (USC) has stirred controversy after canceling the valedictorian speech of a Muslim student, citing campus safety concerns over her support of Palestine amidst the ongoing conflict abroad whilst also facing backlash from Jewish student groups at the university. Asna Tabassum, a standout student and the valedictorian of USC’s graduating class,…
BALTIMORE, MD – According to recent reports surrounding the vessel responsible for the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge earlier in March, the cargo ship in question apparently was enduring “severe electrical problems” days before the catastrophic impact with the bridge. There are currently six people presumed dead following the bridge’s collapse which occurred…
In the shadowy realm where corporate accountability intersects with personal integrity, the tragic saga of John Barnett unfolds like a plot ripped from the pages of a Robert Ludlum thriller. Barnett, a former quality control manager at Boeing, transformed from diligent employee to whistleblower extraordinaire, only to meet a fate shrouded in suspicion and intrigue….