Tuesday, July 1, 2025
U.S. officials have pushed back the ban on TikTok for government devices for another 75 days while they look more closely at potential risks. The extension was announced on April 4th, and it means that government workers cannot use or download TikTok on their work devices for at least 75 […]
House Health Care Budget Subcommittee members spent over two hours Wednesday questioning representatives from the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration over funds given to the Hope Florida Foundation. The legislators, led by chairman Rep. Robert Alexander “Alex” Andrade, R-Santa Rosa, raised concerns about the ambiguity over the process of […]
The Appropriations Committee on Higher Education met on Thursday for a Senate confirmation hearing to discuss appointments for different boards of trustees members across the state’s university system. During the committee meeting, appointees were asked about their universities’ initiatives and their goals for joining or rejoining the university’s board […]
In an era where algorithms shape our opinions, timelines dictate our moods, and going viral can make or break reputations, the question remains: Should social media platforms be more regulated? For some, the answer is a resounding yes. Critics argue that unchecked digital powerhouses like Meta, X (formerly Twitter), and […]
Recent shifts in federal policies are sending ripples through universities nationwide, including Florida A&M University, as diversity, equity and inclusion programs face funding cuts and restructuring. For many students at FAMU, a historically Black university, these changes are more than political; they’re personal. Federal rollbacks on DEI initiatives, aimed at […]
Disney’s latest live-action adaptation, “Snow White,” has ignited a spectrum of reactions from critics and audiences alike. Starring Rachel Zegler as Snow White and Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen, the film reimagines the 1937 animated classic for a modern audience but not without controversy. Despite the divided critical response, […]
We’re seeing a trend that deserves our attention: fewer Black men are enrolling in college, and those who do face challenges in completing their degrees. Social media, particularly TikTok, has amplified this discussion surrounding Black men and higher education. Some highlight successful careers straight out of high school, offering financial […]
The “soft life” movement is emerging as a countertrend to the relentless hustle culture long promoted by traditional corporate and social media narratives. This growing movement advocates for balance, boundaries and a focus on mental health as the way to a more sustainable and fulfilling life. Advocates of the soft […]
A bill in the Florida Senate, SB 1318, or “Bill Hands-Free Driving,” is moving forward after the Rules Committee recently gave its approval. The bill would broaden current texting-while-driving laws to ban the use of handheld wireless devices while driving. The bill also incorporates enhanced penalties, although not all drivers […]
Historically Black colleges and universities have long been recognized as incubators of talent, nurturing gifted Black students nationwide. Security and support from these communities set the perfect foundation for entrepreneurs and artists to thrive. At Florida A&M University, one student’s drive turns passion into purpose with every lyric she writes. […]