Culture & Society

Explore social trends, identity politics, youth culture, lifestyle shifts, and viral internet moments shaping American society. This section tackles the conversations that matter – from Gen Z to cultural movements.

Culture & Society

LGBTQ+ Identification Rises Significantly in U.S., Reaching 9.3% in 2024, Gallup Data Shows

February 20, 2025 22

New data from Gallup indicates a significant increase in the percentage of adults in the United States who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, tr...

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Catholic Bishops Sue Trump Administration Over Abrupt Halt to Refugee Resettlement Funding

February 18, 2025 206

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has initiated legal action against the Trump administration, challenging the abrupt suspension of...

Culture & Society

Federal Workforce Under Pressure: Thousands Fired Amid Trump-Musk Cost-Cutting Plans and Immigration Crackdown

February 14, 2025 0

Washington, D.C. – The United States federal workforce is undergoing significant contraction, with thousands of employees across multiple U.S. go...

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Trump Takes Swift Control of Kennedy Center, Ousting Leadership and Board

February 11, 2025 6

Washington D.C. — The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, an institution long characterized by a balance of public purpose and operat...

Culture & Society

Cultivating Connection: How Local Initiatives Are Revitalizing American Civic Culture

February 11, 2025 3

In an era often characterized by political polarization and social fragmentation, the concept of civic culture – the norms, habits, and narrative...

Culture & Society

Gallup Poll: US State of the Nation Satisfaction Stuck at Record Low of 38% Ahead of Trump’s Second Term

February 5, 2025 1

Americans' overall satisfaction with the state of the nation remained at a record low of 38% in January 2025, according to a new poll from Gallup...

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Trump Signs Executive Order 14201 Mandating Biological Sex Standard in Women’s Sports

February 5, 2025 0

Washington D.C. – President Donald J. Trump on February 5, 2025, signed a sweeping executive order titled "Keeping Men Out of Women's Sports," es...

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National Archives Hosts Yuval Levin on “American Covenant”: Exploring the Constitution’s Role in Civic Unity and Discourse

February 3, 2025 0

Washington, D.C. — On Wednesday, January 29, 2025, the National Archives in Washington, D.C., served as the prestigious backdrop for a significan...

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MSU APASO’s 22nd Cultural Vogue Navigates Identity and Diversity Amidst Shifting Climate

February 2, 2025 0

EAST LANSING, MI – The Michigan State University (MSU) Asian Pacific American Student Organization (APASO) hosted its 22nd annual Cultural Vogue ...

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White House Recognizes Black History Month Amidst Pentagon’s Move to End ‘Identity Months’

February 1, 2025 2

Washington D.C. -- On Friday, January 31, 2025, contrasting directives emerged from the U.S. federal government, highlighting a complex stance on...

Culture & Society

LGBTQ+ Identification Rises Significantly in U.S., Reaching 9.3% in 2024, Gallup Data Shows

Catholic Bishops Sue Trump Administration Over Abrupt Halt to Refugee Resettlement Funding

Federal Workforce Under Pressure: Thousands Fired Amid Trump-Musk Cost-Cutting Plans and Immigration Crackdown

Trump Takes Swift Control of Kennedy Center, Ousting Leadership and Board

Cultivating Connection: How Local Initiatives Are Revitalizing American Civic Culture

Gallup Poll: US State of the Nation Satisfaction Stuck at Record Low of 38% Ahead of Trump’s Second Term

Trump Signs Executive Order 14201 Mandating Biological Sex Standard in Women’s Sports

National Archives Hosts Yuval Levin on “American Covenant”: Exploring the Constitution’s Role in Civic Unity and Discourse

MSU APASO’s 22nd Cultural Vogue Navigates Identity and Diversity Amidst Shifting Climate

White House Recognizes Black History Month Amidst Pentagon’s Move to End ‘Identity Months’

Athens in Shock: 89-Year-Old Gunman Targets Security Office, Court

Trump Assassination Attempt Suspect Charged: Legal Fallout Follows WHCD Shooting

Europe’s AI Giant: Ineffable Raises $5.1B Seed Round

Trump Fires Entire National Science Board: A ‘Dangerous’ Blow to US Science

James Gunn Shelves ‘The Authority’ DCU Film: Here is Why

Awards Season Culminates: Previewing the 97th Academy Awards and Weekend Entertainment Options

S&P 500 Nears Record as Nasdaq Hits Three-Week High; Major Indexes Post Strong Weekly Gains on February 14, 2025

Google Introduces Premium AI Ultra Subscription Globally: Advanced Capabilities and Pricing Details Emerge

Trump Rallies GOP on Capitol Hill Amidst Doubt for Sweeping Domestic Policy Bill

Future of Telecom: How AI and 5G Convergence is Driving Innovation