🎧 The hosts examine how personalized feeds amplify conflict, bury progress and leave citizens exhausted and polarized, reinforcing a distorted picture of society that feels broken and perpetually on edge.
The Nonpareil writes in an editorial that the Sex Pistols would call this a ‘fascist regime,’ but scholars debating the terms "kleptocracy" versus "oligarchy."
Why is Congress protecting untraceable weapons?
Progress is being made in combatting sex discrimination in the workforce, but there are concerns gender-affirming care for minors. Learn more on the Utterly Moderate podcast.
DeSantis tried to out-Trump Trump in Florida,
only to get stuck with potential $1 billion bill
Congratulations to the Service Employees International Union-United Healthcare Workers West and other trade unions for gathering the signatures necessary to put a 5% billionaires’ wealth tax on the California ballot this November.
It’s happening. California looks likely to put a “one-time” tax of 5% on wealth above $1 billion on the ballot in November, and polls suggest it could pass — despite opposition from some economists (not so surprising) and Democratic politicians (more so).
🎧 Classrooms feel calmer without devices, yet research shows little academic gain. This conversation explores attention, belonging and why deeper cultural shifts matter more.
Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16
Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31 (UI Athletics)
Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...
Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...
"This Earth Day should be recognized as a time to begin the concerted effort to make our home planet ... healthier. Without a healthy planet, nothing else can be sustainable."
Bring wind energy to Fremont County
Shenandoah has the nicest people
Fly Iowa creates memorable day for Clarinda