The people's voice of reason
The people's voice of reason
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On March 15, three planes carrying approximately 200 Venezuelan migrants left the U.S., bound for a mega-prison in El Salvador. The Trump administration justified the deportation by saying most of the men on the planes were members of the Tren de Aragua (TdA) criminal gang. Lawyers for some of the men say their clients were misidentified as gang members, in many cases, because of tattoos unrelated to TdA. In one case, a lawyer says the tattoo may have been a reference to the logo for the...
It's no secret that building wealth is hard work. But did you know that managing wealth can, at times, cost you more than many people expect? For high-income households with complex wealth, fees tied to your investment strategies, such as Assets Under Management (AUM) fees, can compound over time—draining substantial amounts from your portfolio. Here's the good news. A 0% AUM fee structure can keep more of your hard-earned money where it belongs—working for you. Stick with Range, and we'll s...
Young Americans are redefining the American dream, trading white picket fences for mental health and financial security, according to a new study from the University of California, Los Angeles. The study reveals while 86% of young people want to achieve the American dream, 60% doubt they will ever get there. It's not a lack of ambition but worries about money that stand in their way, LA Post reports. UCLA's Center for Scholars & Storytellers asked 1,500 people ages 14 to 27 about their hopes...
Every Friday at around 6 p.m., farmers in Greensboro, Vermont, descend on Tom Hill's barn to help out with the Friday evening milking session. As udders are emptied and beers popped open, they catch up on each other's families and talk about the joys and struggles of the vocation they share. The weekly gathering is a community tradition. The bonds between these farmers, formed over many decades and spanning multiple generations, have become even more precious as farms consolidate or close—farm n...
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you. Backstage compiled a...
Jessica Maier, an art history professor at Mount Holyoke College and mother of three, realized about three years ago that something was missing—even though her days were always busy and close to bursting with tasks and responsibilities. "I felt like all I was doing was being stressed all the time, thinking about other people, like my kids, or working," she told Stacker. Remembering a pottery class she took years ago in high school, "on a whim," Maier signed up for a new class. "From the m...
Two white men in their 60s live hundreds of miles away from each other, one in Arizona and the other in Washington state. They are the same age and have identical socioeconomic backgrounds. They also have similar habits and are in roughly the same physical shape. But the man in Arizona is aging more quickly than the man in Washington — 14 months faster, to be exact. Neither man smokes or drinks. Both exercise regularly. So why is the subject living in the desert Southwest more than a year o...
Choosing a loyal companion is one of the most important decisions a pet owner can make. Each year, the American Kennel Club tracks dog registrations to see which breeds are the most popular in the United States. For 31 years straight, from 1991 to 2021, the Labrador retriever has topped the list—but recently, a new breed has been occupying the #1 spot. Stacker used the AKC's 2024 rankings, released on March 19, 2025, to compile the 100 most popular breeds out of the total 201. Data for the p...
Childbirth can be a beautiful and rewarding experience. However, even in the best of situations, it can also be traumatic for both mother and baby. That can be especially true in cases where medical professionals need to utilize special tools, like vacuum extraction tools, to help deliver a newborn. Unfortunately, these medical devices can cause significant and everlasting vacuum delivery injuries in infants, Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. notes. Learning about the risks and side effects...
We tend to think of fat as nothing more than extra baggage, something that slows us down, makes our jeans fit tighter and, if we're being honest, messes with our confidence in the gym and bedroom. At most, we acknowledge that extra weight contributes to heart disease, diabetes, and other health issues, but we take comfort in our plans to lose it 'someday.' The problem is that as we age, "someday" moves further to the horizon and what worked when we were younger—a week on Whole 30 and incline t...
Mental health concerns were front and center for office workers adjusting to fully remote work environments at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Between feelings of isolation, a never-ending news cycle, and the stress of staying safe, people sought support from their workplaces. A Society for Human Resource Management survey noted that employee benefits such as stress management, life coaching, and meditation programs increased in 2020. But, for many, it still wasn't enough. As the pandemic...
Colleen Thomas' son was born missing a part of his immune system. The Indiana mother didn't know that immediately, but there were signs. The little boy was always sick—constant congestion and respiratory infections. Thomas had to hold a breathing mask over her son's face as he slept and wheezed. "That was just for a cold," Thomas recalled. "It was horrible." Thomas' son was 3 when he was diagnosed with an immunodeficiency that made him susceptible to severe illness if he was exposed to r...
Let's talk about something that gives most of us the ick-the strong, internal cringe that signals something's off. Blame-that knee-jerk, point-the-finger reaction when things don't go as planned-is more than just an interpersonal nuisance; it's a pervasive issue in many workplaces. A survey conducted with over 1,000 U.S. workers revealed that 61% of employees have been "thrown under the bus" by colleagues, highlighting the prevalence of blame-shifting behavior in organizational cultures....
Navigating market volatility in 2025 After reaching all-time highs in February, U.S. markets have experienced notable volatility amidst a flurry of news regarding tariffs and rapid changes in the geopolitical landscape. The S&P 500 is now negative for the year, having declined nearly 9% from its mid-February peak (as of March 31, 2025), while the tech-heavy Nasdaq briefly entered correction territory in early March, and is down over 9%. This pullback has effectively erased the post-election...
Is it autism, a learning disability, or both? If you're autistic, you're more likely to have a learning disability than the general public. In fact, around 30% of autistic people also have a learning disability. But being autistic doesn't mean you're bound to have a learning disability, Rula reports. The signs of learning disabilities and autism can look similar, which means it can be tricky to recognize the differences between them. Empowering yourself with knowledge about autism and learning...
President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs on foreign goods have affordable housing developers staring down the barrel of a gun. Not only have existing tariffs on steel, aluminum, lumber, home appliances, and other construction materials prompted fears of a recession, but threats of new tariffs have made an already-hurting housing market much more uncertain to navigate. For the past decade, Monica Martinez has led the Fax Partnership in Denver, a community development nonprofit that builds afford...
Adolescents view social media as the most authentic form of media, surpassing traditional entertainment platforms in perceived genuineness, according to a new study from the University of California, Los Angeles. According to the study, social media emerged as the frontrunner for authenticity, with 31% of participants rating it higher than video games, streaming services, and live-streaming platforms, LA Post reports. UCLA's Center for Scholars and Storytellers (CSS) research surveyed more than...
Remember the glory days of the 1980s and 1990s pickup trucks? Back when your dream truck was a rugged, stripped-down, compact machine straight off the showroom floor. Roll-down windows were the only deal, and cigarette lighters and AC were luxury optional upgrades. They were the stars featured in Hollywood blockbuster movies driven by Chuck Norris, Michael J. Fox, and Steven Segal. Whether it was tearing up mountain trails, kicking up sand in the desert, or just looking cool in the school...
It probably seems like, every day, you're reading a new headline about a recalled food item, like onions on McDonald's hamburgers, baby carrots, and Boar's Head cold cuts. You're not imagining that influx. According to a February 2025 report from the compliance company Traceone, the total number of food recalls issued by the Food and Drug Administration and Department of Agriculture grew 15% between 2020 and 2024. Experts suggest this could be due to a variety of factors, including advancements...
High-dosage, in-person tutoring gets results, recent research suggests. But as federal funding for remediation dries up and schools struggle to raise students' post-COVID skills, educators have been hoping for a lifeline in the form of live, online tutoring. While virtual tutors still work directly with students in real time, they can work from anywhere, expanding the potential talent pool and lowering costs, The 74 explains. Until recently, virtual tutoring had scant evidence that it works very...
Are you a high-income real estate investor seeking to optimize your real estate portfolio? With the right strategies, you could enhance your returns, minimize tax liabilities, and secure long-term financial growth. Each year, savvy investors leave thousands of dollars on the table simply because they miss out on advanced tactics that could elevate their real estate game. Range breaks down four advanced strategies that will help you build a smart, tax-efficient, and diversified portfolio. 1....
Thinking of pursuing a healthcare career but dreading the years of school needed to get started? Many healthcare jobs are expected to see tremendous growth over the next several years, but not all of them require half a decade or more of education. If you're eager to enter the often-lucrative healthcare field without the lengthy classroom commitment, here's Vivian Health's guide to 10 of the fastest-growing careers in healthcare that get you working sooner rather than later. Top 10...
As of September 2024, over 1.8 million people were employed by the federal government of the United States. However, the federal government is far from limited just to Washington D.C. Federal workers are dispersed throughout the nation, albeit unevenly. In turn, large layoffs—whether voluntary or involuntary—may have different consequences for different communities. States with higher rates of federal government job cuts may experience more upcoming volatility in the job and housing mar...
Stress is a nearly universal experience among students, especially those in college. A World Health Organization (WHO)-supported study of over 20,000 first-year students across nine countries found that 93.7% experienced stress in at least one major area, including finances, health, relationships, family, school, or loved ones' problems. While it might just seem like a normal part of student life, stress in college students can actually have a serious impact. Data from the WHO study shows that...
Thinking about getting a business credit card? If you're like most small business owners or solo entrepreneurs, one of your first questions is probably, "What credit score do I need to get approved?" It's a fair question and one that plays a much bigger role than many people realize. Even though business credit cards are designed for company use, most issuers take a close look at your personal credit history before making a decision. That's because many small businesses and startups, especially...
