Guest opinion: Bill de la Cruz: How to fix a divided planet and a disconnected populace
The divisive nature of our political discourse has trickled down to everyday interactions whereby admitting fault or apologizing is increasingly rare. People double down on their positions, contributing to a societal atmosphere of hostility and dehumanization. In a world that prizes being "right" over being kind, an apology can be a revolutionary act.
Investigate Midwest wins top honor for uncovering environmental impact of Nebraska governor’s global hog empire
No paywall, just great journalism. Subscribe to our newsletter. Delivered every Thursday. At Investigate Midwest, we dig deeper to bring you the facts behind agriculture, climate change, and policy decisions affecting rural America and beyond. Our collaborative series with the Flatwater Free Press on Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen’s global hog...
Nostradamus: 2025 Predictions For Global Conflicts
In the realm of prophecy, few names are as widely recognized as that of Nostradamus. His cryptic quatrains have fascinated and puzzled scholars for centuries, with many claiming that his predictions have accurately foretold major historical events. As we approach the year 2025, a time frame often cited in Nostradamus's prophecies, there is heightened interest in what the future may hold in terms of global politics and wars.
Opinion: The expansion of BRICS signals shift away from the West, not a turn against it
The BRICS group — named after its five founding members, Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa — has become a broader grouping of non-Western countries that wants to stay out of growing U.S.-China competition and hopes to reset the world order. The inclusion of the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Ethiopia and Iran in the…
Social media’s impact on political landscape
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR) — As Election Day gets closer, Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are using every method at their disposal to get out their campaign messages. Social media is one of the major tools that the candidates are using to reach potential voters. Apps, such as TikTok, X, and Facebook, […]