Author: Zoe Mislee

Former Republican Governor Asa Hutchinson, who is contemplating running for president as a GOP candidate, has urged former President Donald Trump to end his bid to recapture the White House if he is indicted. Hutchinson believes that an indictment would be a “distraction” that would make it difficult for Trump to run for the highest office in the land.Hutchinson’s Stance on Trump’s Presidential CampaignHutchinson has expressed that Trump should not have run again, and the numerous investigations into him are all the more reason he should not pursue a second term. Hutchinson believes that there is a lot of turmoil…

Blye Allen, a Christian Academy of Knoxville sophomore, has been crowned Miss Tennessee Teen USA and will represent Knoxville and Tennessee at the national competition later this year. Allen has only been participating in pageants for two years, but she is already determined to use her platform to raise awareness about teen mental health.Advocating for Teen Mental HealthAllen recognizes the importance of addressing the current mental health crisis among teens. She aims to spread awareness about teen mental health and wants to help schools identify ways to support students who may be struggling. She hopes to work with principals, counselors,…

On March 11, 2023, Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) collapsed, becoming the second-largest bank failure in US history. The collapse sent shockwaves through the US banking system, raising concerns about the stability of the financial system.Why did SVB collapse?As SVB grew to become the 16th largest bank in America, it invested its funds in long-term bonds when rates were near zero. When interest rates rose, those long-term bond prices fell, leading to a loss of $1.8 billion after-tax. SVB urgently needed to raise more capital to address depositor concerns, but the market reacted sharply, and SVB lost over $160 billion dollars…

SVB’s Collapse Triggers Run on DepositsThe collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, the 16th largest bank in America, has sent shockwaves through the US financial system. SVB’s demise was caused by a series of missteps, including investing in long-term bonds when interest rates were near zero. When interest rates rose, the value of these bonds plummeted, leading to a $1.8 billion after-tax loss.On Wednesday, SVB announced its losses and the need for additional capital to address depositor concerns. The announcement triggered a sharp market reaction, leading to a loss of over $160 billion in value in 24 hours. Depositors began withdrawing…

USA Wrestling Breaks Membership Records, the national governing body for wrestling in the United States, has broken several membership records for the 2022-2023 season. As of March 14th, 2023, the total membership has surpassed the previous record of 252,509 set during the 2018-2019 season. The new record includes both athlete members and Wrestling Leader members, such as coaches and officials. With five-plus months left in the membership season, the organization is on track to set even more records.Record-breaking Membership NumbersUSA Wrestling has exceeded its previous record for total members and surpassed several other membership records. As of the time of…

The 95th Academy Awards in 2023 saw some of the most stunning celebrities grace the red carpet, dressed in some of the most breathtaking ensembles. Among the best-dressed celebrities was Janelle Monáe, who arrived in a custom Vera Wang look featuring a bright orange skirt and plunging crop top. Sabrina Dhowre Elba turned heads in a bright green draped gown by Stella McCartney, while Brian Tyree Henry wore a white double-breasted jacket with floral embellishments. Rihanna displayed her baby bump in a sheer black form-fitting Alaïa dress and stunning Moussaieff jewelry. The men also looked incredibly dashing, with Riz Ahmed’s…

The Plot of “65”Dinosaur Adventure: Anna Hathaway’s upcoming movie “65” follows the story of Mills, played by Adam Driver, who finds himself transported 65 million years back in time. Stranded in a prehistoric world full of dinosaurs and other ancient creatures, Mills must navigate the dangerous terrain while searching for a way back to the present day. Along the way, he encounters a group of survivors, including a scientist named Dr. Sarah Jenkins, played by Hathaway, and a soldier named Sgt. Jackson, played by John David Washington.The Cast of “65”In addition to Driver, Hathaway, Washington, and Lupita Nyong’o, who plays…

A rare and stunning Northern Lights display was witnessed in several US states between Thursday night and Friday morning, leaving skywatchers in awe. The aurora borealis, a natural phenomenon that is usually only visible in the far north, was reported in more than half a dozen states, including Montana, Wyoming, Minnesota, Wisconsin, South Dakota, North Dakota, and New York.The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Space Weather Prediction Center had predicted a strong chance of the Northern Lights being visible, but the display was even more impressive than anticipated. Officials have described the event as “exceptional” and unlikely to be repeated…

TransLogic Adapts to Domestic Manufacturing: TransLogic, a Swisslog Healthcare company, has announced that it has adapted to maintain its supply chain and manufacturing offerings domestically. The company’s solutions are now “Made in the USA,” resulting in improved quality of systems, reduced lead times, and reduced costs for sourcing and engineering.According to Cory Kwarta, President of TransLogic, the company’s products are now offered at a higher quality with significantly fewer supply chain issues, resulting in faster, easier, and less expensive North American distribution and implementation.Maintains 90% On-time Delivery Rating Despite COVID-19 ChallengesDespite challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic, TransLogic has maintained…

PepsiCo has announced a new logo for its flagship soft drink brand, Pepsi, ahead of its 125th anniversary. The new logo features a bold “PEPSI” in a black-bordered circle over red, white, and blue stripes, and replaces the leaner font and globe design used since 2008.The Rebranding ProcessPepsiCo had been considering a rebranding for a few years, with focus groups expressing a preference for past logos from the ’70s and ’80s. The challenge was to take elements from the brand’s heritage and past and update them for the present and future. The new logo aims to infuse “great energy and…