Susan Wright

Romania’s electoral commission has officially banned Calin Georgescu, a right-populist candidate, from competing in the upcoming presidential elections set for May. This decision comes after a series of controversial events surrounding the elections, including the annulment of the first round last year, which Georgescu had won. The constitutional court claimed that Russian interference, specifically through … Read more

A Columbia University professor is making headlines for her involvement in pro-Hamas protests and her controversial research linking brain health to racism. Jennifer J. Manly, a neuropsychologist, has reportedly been associated with over $100 million in research grants over the past two decades. This funding comes from various sources, including the National Institutes of Health. … Read more

President Donald Trump has stirred up a pop culture phenomenon, turning the classic song "YMCA" into a viral dance trend. Even NFL players have joined in, showcasing their own versions of Trump’s dance moves during touchdown celebrations. This shift in the cultural landscape marks a significant change from Trump’s first term in office, when Hollywood … Read more

The Trump administration has launched investigations into over 50 universities regarding their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. Officials claim these policies may discriminate against white and Asian students. The Department of Education announced the investigations on a Friday, just a month after urging universities to eliminate their DEI programs or risk losing federal funding. … Read more

Russian President Vladimir Putin has shown cautious support for a new ceasefire proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This proposal, put forth by the United States, is intended to last for 30 days and has already been accepted by Ukrainian officials earlier this week. During a press conference, Putin emphasized that while … Read more

This past weekend, Romania’s electoral commission disqualified Calin Georgescu, a leading nationalist candidate, from running in the upcoming presidential election scheduled for May. This decision is part of a larger controversy that began when last December’s presidential elections were unexpectedly canceled. Critics, including U.S. politicians like Vice President J.D. Vance and Director of National Intelligence … Read more

President Donald Trump is pushing for a bold move to regain control of the Panama Canal, a key waterway that the U.S. once operated. Reports suggest that he has instructed the military to explore various options for retaking the canal from Chinese influence. This comes amid growing concerns about China’s presence in the region. The … Read more

Rep. Maxine Waters, a Democrat from California, raised alarms on Thursday about the potential for civil unrest in the United States, specifically linking her concerns to former President Donald Trump. Speaking at a press conference for the Congressional Black Caucus, Waters expressed her worries that Trump is "on the edge of creating a civil war." … Read more

A prominent member of the “Squad,” Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), is challenging Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer after he announced he would not vote against a Republican-backed stopgap bill aimed at preventing a partial government shutdown. This announcement has sparked significant tension within the Democratic Party. Ocasio-Cortez is rallying her fellow Democrats against Schumer’s decision. … Read more

Donald Trump has recently stirred the pot with his ambitious ideas about expanding U.S. territory. His suggestions, which include acquiring Greenland and making Canada the 51st state, have sparked a mix of amusement and frustration. However, a more serious opportunity seems to have slipped under his radar: the Chagos Islands, also known as the British … Read more