The U.S. State Department’s Global Engagement Center (GEC), an agency tasked with fighting foreign propaganda, has been shut down after Republicans voted to cut its funding. The GEC, which employed around 120 people and had a budget of $61 million a year, was created in 2016. Its main goal was
Manfred Genditzki, a man who was wrongfully convicted of murder in 2010, has finally been freed after spending 13 years in prison. But instead of receiving just compensation and an apology, he was handed an unexpected bill worth €100,000 ($104,000), sparking outrage and disbelief. Back in 2010, Genditzki, who worked
Elon Musk has made a surprising offer: he’s willing to pay $1 billion if Wikipedia changes its name to “Dickipedia.” This bold proposal comes after Musk criticized Wikipedia for being too biased, especially when it comes to political views. Earlier this year, Musk accused the site of having a left-leaning
In 2024, Russians have spent a staggering amount of money on mystical services like astrology, numerology, and fortune telling—almost as much as they spent on food. According to the newspaper MK, the market for these “magical” services has grown rapidly, with income in the occult industry increasing by 20% last
Stephanie, a tech worker from San Francisco, thought riding in a robotaxi from Waymo was the safest way to travel. Without a human driver, she felt more secure, especially as a woman. She didn’t have to worry about getting into a car with a stranger. Waymo’s self-driving cars take people
2024 has been a year full of unforgettable events, and Google searches give us a glimpse into what grabbed the world’s attention. Let’s take a look at the biggest trends that shaped the year. 1. The U.S. Election Dominates Searches The U.S. election topped the trending searches this year and
A recent program at the University of Minnesota has sparked a lot of attention and controversy. The university, through its National Center for Gender Spectrum Health (NCGSH), tried to get children involved in an initiative that involved “transgender dolls.” These dolls were designed to teach children about gender identity in
As 2024 winds down and the world looks ahead to 2025, there’s one big story you might have missed – and it’s not about war, elections, or artificial intelligence. While everyone’s eyes are on these loud, global events, there’s something far more important unfolding in the background. It’s called The
Russia is facing a serious issue with its declining population and low birth rates. To address this, a top government official has proposed a bold idea: the country needs to focus more on its traditional values. These values, such as patriotism, strong families, and a belief in spiritual over material
