Find Your Daily Voice
28°
Northeast Cities Among Most Diverse In US: Here's What A New Study Says
The US population is rapidly diversifying, with cities in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic at the forefront, according to a new study.
WalletHub released its 2025 ranking of the nation's Most Diverse Cities on Wednesday, Feb. 26. Three Maryland communities topped the list of 501 locations, which were evaluated based on socioeconomic, cultural, economic, household, and religious diversity.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 10.2 percent of Americans identified as multiracial in 2020, a sharp increase from just 2.9 percent in 2010.
"The most diverse cities demonstrate diversity in many …
White House Valentine's Day Post Playing Off 'Roses Are Red' Poem Sparks Controversy
A Valentine’s Day post from the White House social media accounts sparked controversy after featuring a rhyme about illegal immigration, drawing sharp reactions from both supporters and critics.
The post, shared across X, Instagram, and Facebook, reimagined the classic "roses are red, violets are blue" poem with a political twist:
"Roses are red, violets are blue, come here illegally, and we’ll deport you."
Set against a pink backdrop, the poem was accompanied by images of President Donald Trump and border czar Tom Homan, with the caption “Happy Valentine’s Day” followed by a red heart emo…
Ashley Bouder, PA Trained Ballerina, Bids Farewell To Nycb After 25 Iconic Years
Ashley Bouder, the powerhouse of poise and precision, is taking her final bow at the New York City Ballet (NYCB) on February 13, 2025, closing out a dazzling 25-year career, including two decades as a principal dancer.
A Carlisle, Pennsylvania native, Bouder’s ballet journey began at age six at the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet (CPYB) under Marcia Dale Weary. “I was truly a barn baby,” she reminisced, sharing childhood memories of sneaking A&W root beer from the 50¢ soda machine and clinging to her favorite barre spot—one she still favors at NYCB. Her mother, also a CPYB alum, passed…
York City Council Fails to Override Mayor’s Veto of Trust Act: President Responds
York City Council failed to override Mayor Michael R. Helfrich’s veto of the Trust Act during its meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, leaving the city’s proposed immigrant and refugee protections in limbo.
The Trust Act, officially titled Ordinance No. 47, aimed to establish policies under Article 156 “Welcoming and Access to Immigrants and Refugees.” Approved by a narrow 3-2 vote during the Dec. 17, 2024, City Council meeting, the ordinance sought to promote unity, diversity, and inclusion while ensuring fair treatment for all residents, regardless of immigration or refugee status. However, M…
