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The Department of Justice’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case continues to fail the very people it should protect—the survivors. On January 30, thousands of documents related to Epstein were released, once again bringing attention to one of the most horrible sex-trafficking cases in history. But as these documents came out, survivors were harmed by the Justice Department’s actions and silence. Important details identifying survivors were not properly redacted in the rele

I have long wished to attend a local yoga class, but my schedule didn’t allow it at the time. By the time I was free, I was deep into holiday activities, leaving me little time for much else. Finally, I was able to participate, and I forgot how challenging it could be. I used to practice yoga regularly over 10 years ago. As I became busier, yoga was unfortunately pushed to the wayside. This was not a smart choice for me, as I started experiencing more issues with my body. Th

I don’t even know what reality I’m living in anymore with all the insanity happening in the world. Everything is moving so fast that it’s hard to process—from what’s happening in Venezuela to the ICE shooting in Minneapolis. It’s all maddening for so many reasons. But this one caught me completely off guard: why would we even want to buy a country? Russia wants Ukraine. Trump wants Greenland. One has already led to war, and the other raises uncomfortable questions. The cont

Most people have their own preferred footwear, whether it’s sandals in the summertime or sneakers in the spring, but when fall comes around, I always reach for my knee-high boots. I’ve always loved a good pair of black leather boots—preferably with the lowest heel possible, because I don’t do heels. I wore my old pair constantly, and, as well-worn shoes do, they eventually started falling apart. While searching for a new pair, I came across some gray boots and found myself r

It’s that time of year—time for the annual banished word list—and I bet you know which annoying word took the top spot! Lake Superior State University Announces 50th Annual Banished Words List It’s time for a golden anniversary. Celebrating five decades of linguistic commentary, Lake Superior State University (LSSU) presents the 50th annual Banished Words List, a tradition highlighting the importance and evolution of language. What began as a whimsical New Year’s Eve party

The month of chaos has finally come to a close, and with it, another year slips into the history books. Many people will say 2025 was a dumpster fire of epic proportions. I won’t argue that it was easy—but I also won’t say it was entirely terrible. Violence continues in Gaza. The war between Ukraine and Russia grinds on. Mass shootings still scar communities. Fires, floods, and storms remind us daily of nature’s raw power. It’s unfortunate how this is our “normal.” But it wa

In the blink of an eye, Christmas is here. The past few weeks have been a blur—busy schedules, endless errands, and the familiar realization that I’m still shopping for gifts. This time of year always makes me think about where our traditions come from and how they change over time. When that curiosity mixes with my love of mythology, folklore, and the paranormal, it leads me to stories far older—and far darker—than the holiday season we know today. Long before Santa’s sleig

The final book club selection of the year was Mad Honey, co-written by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan. The novel centers around Asher, an 18-year-old accused of murdering his girlfriend, Lily. The story unfolds through two perspectives: Asher’s mother, Olivia, in the present as she navigates the trial, and Lily’s voice in the weeks leading up to her death. This is not a clear-cut case. Asher is the one who discovers Lily’s dead body and is quickly identified as the

December 1-7 is Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week—an annual reminder of a daily reality millions of people quietly live with. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, the two main forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), are often invisible. They don’t always come with symptoms the world can see, and because of that, many people underestimate how serious and unpredictable these conditions can be. I know this firsthand. I have Crohn’s disease, and while I’m fortunate to be in

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! I hope your holiday is filled with fun, laughter, and safety! Travel for this Thanksgiving is expected to be the highest in 15 years. The Transportation Security Administration anticipates screening nearly 18 million people from the Tuesday before Thanksgiving to the Tuesday after the holiday, while the Federal Aviation Administration projects this will be the busiest Thanksgiving for flights in at least 15 years. However, most people will be tr