WNBA Season Attention Spikes in Search and Social
Late August feels loud and bright. Timelines glow. Group chats buzz. Search bars fill with team names, player clips, and “how to watch” notes. The WNBA is everywhere. The build-up to the stretch run pulls us in and holds us there. We feel it in our feeds and in our fingers. We feel it in…
The Build-Up to the 2025 U.S. Open: Why Late August Belongs to Tennis
Late August always hums. The nights get a little cooler. The days still glow. And the sports world turns its eyes to New York. The build-up to the U.S. Open takes over our feeds, our small talk, and even our plans. We hear the ball pop. We see the blue courts. We feel that buzz…
U.S.–India Tensions: What the Late-August Talk Breakdown and Tariff Moves Mean for All of Us
Trade talks were set for late August. Then they were called off. Soon after, both sides signaled tougher tariff moves. That one-two punch changed the tone between two of the world’s biggest democracies. It also raised real worries for companies, workers, and families on both sides of the ocean. This deep dive breaks down what…
Jackson Hole, Powell, and the Path of Interest Rates
Every late summer, the world of money looks west. We look to a small town in Wyoming. We look to Jackson Hole. We listen for the words that follow. And we watch for what they mean for interest rates, for jobs, for savings, and for our everyday lives. This guide walks you through the Jackson…
Fallout From the Trump–Putin Meeting—and How U.S. Policy on Ukraine Is Shifting
The Alaska summit is over. The cameras are gone. But the aftershocks are only starting. In the days since President Donald Trump met with President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, the ground has moved under the war in Ukraine—and under U.S. policy. We felt it. Europe felt it. Kyiv felt it most of all. In this…
Extreme Weather Update: Midwest Flooding and Wisconsin Event Disruptions
Here’s a clear, calm snapshot of what’s going on—and how to plan the next few days. What’s happening In other words, the weather moved quickly, and so did the impacts. Floodwater may drop unevenly, so some areas will improve sooner than others. What this means for travel Safety first: quick checklists During flooding After water…
Western Michigan Hockey: A Powerhouse on Ice
Hockey is a fast, thrilling, and action-packed sport. And when you talk about college hockey, Western Michigan University (WMU) has a team that knows how to deliver all that excitement and more. In this article, we’re diving into the story of Western Michigan hockey—where it started, where it’s going, and why fans all over the…
Major News Stories of 2024
As the calendar flips to 2025, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on the major events of 2024. This past year was packed with transformative moments that shaped global politics, economics, and culture. From environmental crises to political shifts and groundbreaking innovations, 2024 left a mark we won’t soon forget. Political Shifts and Leadership…
A New Chapter in Global Conflict? Analyzing the U.S. Response to North Korea’s Support for Russia
The echoes of history weigh heavy as the Biden administration faces a pivotal moment in its foreign policy. Recent developments reveal North Korea’s deployment of troops to bolster Russia, a move that shakes the already fragile balance of the ongoing war in Ukraine. As global tensions escalate, this decision could sway the outcome of the…
Digital Wake-Up Call: What the OCC’s Intervention in the SVB Cyber Breach Means for Online Banking
In an age where nearly everything can be done with a click or a tap, our reliance on online banking has never been stronger. But what happens when the systems we trust suddenly go silent? That’s exactly what customers of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) experienced after a shocking cyber breach froze their accounts. For many,…