Family, Fireworks, and Economic Realities in the Year of the Snake Overview China’s Lunar New Year—often referred to as the Spring Festival—remains the country’s most celebrated and culturally significant holiday. Falling in the Year of the Snake for 2025, the festival period (running roughly from Chinese New Year’s Eve through Continue Reading
Over the past year, Xiaohongshu—known as RedNote in the United States—has experienced a roller-coaster ride. Prompted by the potential TikTok ban, American users flocked to the Chinese social media platform in search of a new community and fresh content. However, recent developments have reshaped RedNote’s U.S. user base and highlighted Continue Reading
As of January 28, 2025, Southern California continues to grapple with multiple wildfires, although recent rain has provided some much-needed relief. Here’s a rundown of the latest developments: 1. Palisades Fire (Los Angeles) Located in Pacific Palisades, this fire is one of the largest currently affecting the Los Angeles area. Continue Reading
In a significant policy shift, President Donald Trump has announced the United States’ withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO). This decision, formalized through an executive order on January 20, 2025, has sparked widespread debate among health experts and international allies. Implications of the Withdrawal The departure from the WHO Continue Reading
Throughout Donald Trump’s term (2017–2021), a series of high-profile events shaped both his public image and the broader political atmosphere in the United States. While these developments may not fit into the traditional definition of “achievements,” they played a pivotal role in defining how his administration was perceived at home Continue Reading
During his presidency (2017–2021), Donald Trump pursued multiple domestic policies that significantly impacted the United States’ legal, healthcare, and social landscape. Below is an overview of some key achievements and controversies from his time in office. 1. Criminal Justice Reform: The First Step Act 2. Judicial Appointments 3. Healthcare and Continue Reading
During his presidency from 2017 to 2021, Donald Trump pursued a variety of high-profile foreign policy initiatives that reshaped the United States’ relationships worldwide. Below is an overview of some key achievements and the controversies that accompanied them. 1. Middle East Peace Agreements (Abraham Accords) 2. Withdrawal from International Agreements Continue Reading
During Donald Trump’s first term as President of the United States (2017–2021), the administration implemented a variety of economic measures and policies that significantly shaped the country’s financial landscape. Below is a look at some of the most notable initiatives, along with their impacts and criticisms. 1. Tax Cuts and Continue Reading
This post continues on below previous post 5. What Happens Next? 6. Why This Matters to High School Students If TikTok disappears, users might switch to other platforms or use methods like VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) to access the app. However, VPNs may have legal or security risks of their Continue Reading
TikTok has become a major platform for entertainment, community, and even small businesses. However, a new law in the United States could cause TikTok to be banned. This ban is supposed to take effect on Sunday, leaving over 170 million Americans uncertain about whether they can continue using the app. Continue Reading