Author: Gist It

  • Republican Jeff Landry wins the Louisiana governor’s race, reclaims office for GOP

    Jeff Landry, a Republican backed by former President Donald Trump, has won the Louisiana governor’s race, helping the GOP reclaim the governorship after eight years. The big win: Landry’s victory returns the governor’s office back to GOP control after eight years under Democrat Gov. John Bel Edwards. * Landry surpassed the needed majority votes, avoiding […]

  • Actor Piper Laurie, known for roles in ‘Carrie’ and ‘The Hustler,’ dies at 91

    Oscar-nominated actor Piper Laurie, known for her roles in ‘Carrie’ and ‘The Hustler,’ has passed away at her home in Los Angeles at the age of 91. Celebrated Career: Piper Laurie enjoyed a prominent acting career, receiving acclaim for several roles. * Starting her Hollywood career in 1949 as Rosetta Jacobs, she quickly secured a […]

  • As Northern Gazans flee, Israel prepares for an expected ground assault

    Israel is preparing for a ground assault in northern Gaza, causing thousands of Palestinians to flee the area following an evacuation order. Evacuation in progress: Thousands of Palestinians are leaving northern Gaza in response to an Israeli military evacuation order. * The order is in anticipation of Israel’s next counterattack focused on northern Gaza, the […]

  • Criminal mastermind or hapless dude? A look into Sam Bankman-Fried’s trial so far

    Cryptocurrency mogul Sam Bankman-Fried stands trial on several criminal counts, accused of funneling money from customers into his investment firm and using it for personal gains. His defense argues he was overwhelmed and trusted his deputies. The Prosecution’s Strategy: The prosecution paints Bankman-Fried as an intentional criminal. * Bankman-Fried faces seven criminal counts, including defrauding […]

  • Australia votes against creating an Indigenous panel to advise Parliament

    Australia rejected a referendum that would have created an Indigenous advocacy committee to advise Parliament on policies impacting Indigenous people. The vote tally: Early counting showed that 57% of voters opposed the Indigenous Voice, a proposed advocacy committee, and it was rejected in New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania, and South Australia. * The referendum needed […]

  • Conservative former businessman wins New Zealand election, set to be prime minister

    Conservative former businessman, Christopher Luxon, will be New Zealand’s next prime minister after a decisive election victory. Election results: Christopher Luxon’s National Party won about 40% of the vote. * Luxon will form an alliance with the libertarian ACT Party, as per New Zealand’s proportional voting system. * Chris Hipkins’ Labour Party received just over […]

  • Left behind, in an assaulted Israeli town

    Sderot, an Israeli town with over 35,000 residents, has been largely evacuated following attacks from Hamas militants, with a few survivors deciding to stay amid the chaos. Current Scene: Sderot and neighboring areas along the Gaza border have been largely evacuated following attacks conducted by Hamas militants. * Survivors who have remained include a Ukrainian […]

  • In ‘Blackouts,’ one writer brings America’s hidden queer history to the forefront

    Justin Torres’ new book, ‘Blackouts,’ brings America’s hidden queer history to the forefront by blending fact and fiction, and is a finalist for the National Book Awards. The author: Torres, a writer, novelist, and associate professor at UCLA, first gained prominence thanks to his award-winning 2011 novel, ‘We The Animals.’ * His newest book, ‘Blackouts,’ […]

  • Americans strongly support Israel, but there are generational and racial divides

    Two-thirds of Americans believe the U.S. should publicly support Israel amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict; however, this sentiment reveals broad generational and racial divides, according to a recent NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll. Support for Israel across parties: The poll found that 65% of Americans believe the U.S. should publicly support Israel. * Both major political parties reflected […]

  • LeVar Burton to replace Drew Barrymore as host of National Book Awards

    Actor LeVar Burton is set to host this year’s National Book Awards, replacing Drew Barrymore. The Change: Drew Barrymore was originally supposed to host this year’s National Book Awards, but Drew was replaced after announcing her intention to return to her talk show amidst the Writers Guild of America’s strike. * The National Book Foundation […]