North Port, FL — Dust off your cowboy boots and round up your loved ones for the Boots & Bows Sweetheart Ball, a Western-themed evening of family fun coming to the George Mullen Activity Center on October 11, 2024. This…
As the civil war in Sudan drags into its second year, a complex mix of power struggles, regional tensions, and humanitarian disasters continues to escalate, turning the country into one of the world’s most critical zones of conflict. Since April…
When Hurricane Helene struck North Carolina, leaving behind devastation, an extraordinary group of civilian pilots rose to the occasion. These unsung heroes, volunteering their time and aircraft, became a lifeline for communities isolated by floodwaters, mudslides, and impassable roads. Their…
Nigeria celebrated its 64th Independence Day on October 1, 2024, marking over six decades since gaining independence from British colonial rule in 1960. The day holds deep significance for Nigerians, serving as a moment for reflection, national pride, and a…
Framing the Narrative: How Media Consolidation Shapes Public Opinion ( Part 3) In the rapidly evolving media landscape, media consolidation has emerged as a central issue with profound implications for news framing, journalistic independence, and political polarization. As fewer corporations…
Algorithms and Influence: The Role of Big Tech in Shaping News Consumption (Part 2) The way people consume news has shifted dramatically with the rise of social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. These platforms, equipped with powerful…
Big Tech and the Future of Media Regulation: Adapting to a Digital World. ( Part 4) The transformation of the media landscape by Big Tech giants such as Google, Facebook (now Meta), Amazon, Apple, and Microsoft has fundamentally altered the…
Part 1: The Corporate Grip: How Media Conglomerates Control the News You See The media, often regarded as the “fourth estate,” plays a crucial role in shaping public opinion and holding power to account. However, in recent decades, the media…
In 2016, the world saw an alarming rise in government-ordered internet shutdowns, with over 50 instances documented globally. This marked a sharp increase from the 20 shutdowns reported the previous year. These shutdowns, often imposed during politically sensitive periods such…
The ongoing crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) is one of North America’s most pressing, yet largely overlooked, human rights issues. Despite the scale of violence Native women face, their stories often remain untold, their cases…
