The Cuban and Louisiana connection is a strong tie, weathered by time and the 1962 embargo. But with President Obama’s and Pope Francis’ recent actions, Mardi Gras beads will soon string across...
Superhero movies have a problem — they stopped being super.
Just a few years ago, comic book adaptations were titans at the box office capable of garnering mega sales and critical praise. But as...
The prison system destroys the lives of black men and their families.
Last week, President Obama reduced the prison sentences of 61 drug-related offenders, 21 of whom were sentenced to life.
With Obama’s...
In school, our personal goals can change how we follow advice. For example, I didn’t care about making an A in music appreciation, so I didn’t study.
The same applies to personal finance. Our...
The number of earthquakes that are directly or indirectly caused by horizontal oil well drilling is fracking ridiculous. Those who drill for oil and those who regulate their activity need to consider the...
On Thursday evening, Hillary Clinton received some much-needed street cred in the form of an endorsement from religious deity and superstar, Beyoncé.
Beyoncé gave the endorsement at a surprise...
Donald Trump has supporters so rabid that, according to him, he could shoot someone on Fifth Avenue and no one would switch votes.
When former Gov. Edwin Edwards, D-La., heard that, he chuckled slyly and...
Colleges and universities should support open communication among students rather than pandering to the loudest complainers.
Last week, some students at Emory University claimed that the chalk markings...
The Brussels attack on March 22 that reportedly killed 11 people at Zaventem Airport is a reason many Americans may refuse to travel. They are afraid of the dangers of other countries, but it shouldn’t...
Unless you spent it all on Jell-O shots and sunscreen last week, many of you will be receiving your tax refund soon if not already. Here are some wise ways spend your refund that don’t involve Tigerland.
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The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the attacks in Paris, Brussels, Istanbul and California. The United States should keep most foreign-born people out so we can prevent future attacks.
Europe...
Spring break has long been known as the time for beach vacations, partying and no reservations. However, like everything, there’s a time, place and limit for how much is too much.
Each spring, much...
