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Supreme Court: A Broken System?

December 20, 2025

The Supreme Court is in big trouble. Two smart professors, Ryan Doerfler from Harvard and Samuel Moyn from Yale, think it's too late to fix. They say the court has lost its way, especially since Donald Trump's second term. The conservative justices have been making big decisions that help Trump and

technology

Andrew Cardno: The Tech Genius Behind Gaming and Hospitality

December 11, 2025

Andrew Cardno, the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI), has been recognized as one of San Diego's most influential people for 2025. This honor highlights his significant contributions to technology, particularly in AI, data science, and enterprise intelligence.

politics

Power Struggle: Can the President Fire Federal Officials?

December 10, 2025

The Supreme Court was in the middle of a heated discussion about whether the president can fire officials from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). This isn't just about the FTC, though. If the court says yes, it could give the president more power over other independent agencies too. Justice Sonia

politics

Big Money in Politics: What's the Deal with Campaign Finance?

December 9, 2025

The Supreme Court is currently debating a campaign finance case. This case is about how much money a political party’s committee can spend while working with a political candidate. During the discussion, Justice Sonia Sotomayor brought up a big question. She hinted at Elon Musk’s huge donation to Do

religion

Local Choirs and Churches Bring Festive Vibes to the Community

December 6, 2025

Local music groups and churches are gearing up for a series of holiday events. These events promise to bring joy and warmth to the community during the festive season. First up, RCS Chamber Singers will team up with New Winter, a Celtic group from Ohio. They will perform a concert featuring bagpipe

politics

The Controversial Rise and Fall of Lindsey Halligan

November 26, 2025

Lindsey Halligan, a 36-year-old lawyer, found herself at the center of a legal storm after a federal judge dismissed cases she oversaw against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. The judge ruled that Halligan's appointment as acting U. S. attorney was unlawfu

opinion

Putin's Nuclear Threats: Why Hollywood Shies Away from the Reality

November 15, 2025

Putin's nuclear threats are a recurring theme in his geopolitical strategy, especially during the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. His words have raised global tensions to levels not seen in decades. The idea of a nuclear strike, even a small one, is terrifying. It could kill many people, harm the world

politics

Government Shutdown: What's Next for Workers, Parks, and Travel?

November 13, 2025

The government is back in action after a record-breaking shutdown. But don't expect everything to snap back immediately. Around 1. 4 million federal workers have been without pay for over a month. Half of them had to work without getting paid, while the other half were sent home. The good news is th

politics

Tariffs: Who Really Pays the Price?

November 11, 2025

The Supreme Court is looking closely at President Trump's tariffs. Experts say this is not just about trade. It's about who has the power to decide how money is collected. Marc Busch, a professor at Georgetown University, talked about this on a podcast. He said the tariffs are really just taxes. An

politics

Tariffs on Trial: Supreme Court Questions Trump's Power Play

November 6, 2025

The Supreme Court recently took a close look at President Trump's tariffs, with both conservative and liberal justices expressing doubts about the legal basis for his actions. Over nearly three hours of arguments, the court scrutinized the president's claim that he has the authority to impose tariff