Media 31 mins ago Jim Gaffigan says comedy audiences are tired of political drama and just want to laugh again Comedian Jim Gaffigan explained to Variety on Thursday why he avoids politics in his stand-up routines, saying audiences want a break from drama and prefer non-political jokes.
Media 31 mins ago Men are crying over a 1975 shipwreck, and it says something about modern masculinity The Edmund Fitzgerald shipwreck went viral on social media as the 50th anniversary sparked trending posts and tributes across platforms.
Media 31 mins ago Death of American history? Professors warn students, even teachers show ‘shocking ignorance’ of founding docs The University of Mississippi's Declaration of Independence Center teaches students about founding documents as surveys show widespread ignorance of American history and civics.
U.S. 31 mins ago Michigan adopts sex education standards recommending students be taught gender identity, sexual orientation The Michigan State Board of Education approved new state sex education standards that include instruction on gender identity and sexual orientation despite parent opposition.
Media 31 mins ago Texas A&M sets rules for discussing race and gender in the classroom Texas A&M University has set rules regarding how professors are allowed to discuss matters like race and gender ideology with their students, which will go into effect next semester.
Media 31 mins ago Morgan Freeman threatens legal action over AI use of his voice, says he's 'a little PO'd' Morgan Freeman said that his lawyers are tackling multiple unauthorized artificial intelligence uses of his voice, saying the practice left him "a little PO'd."
Media 31 mins ago Immigrant math teacher says he was branded 'traitor' to people of color for questioning woke lessons A Chinese immigrant math teacher won an award for his memoir exposing the politicized U.S. education system. "Unbalanced" detailed his journey from finance to teaching.
Media 31 mins ago Liberal comedian tells Stacey Abrams 'civility is overrated' against MAGA right Samantha Bee appeared on Stacey Abrams' "Assembly Required" podcast on Thursday, when she called civility "worthless" and "overrated" in political comedy.
Media 31 mins ago San Francisco neighborhoods find new way to coordinate against ICE deportations San Francisco locals are reportedly using a whistle communication system to alert communities about ICE enforcement, inspired by similar efforts in Chicago and historical activism.
Media 31 mins ago Chicago sues Trump DOJ over 'unlawful' DEI restrictions on federal policing grants Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson filed a federal lawsuit against the Department of Justice on Wednesday over DEI restrictions related to a $6 million police grant.
Media 31 mins ago Jasmine Crockett gets strong endorsement for her 'phenomenal' messaging ability for Democrats Radio host Charlamagne tha God called Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett "phenomenal" and the "most effective messenger" for the Democratic Party on Tuesday.