Live Nation Meets Its Match In Landmark Antitrust Ruling
Live Nation Meets Its Match In Landmark Antitrust Ruling

On April 15, a jury in the Southern District Court of New York found Live Nation Entertainment, the leading enterprise in the live event space, guilty of violating antitrust laws. Live Nation’s consolidation of market power allowed the company to achieve extremely high profits at every stage of the live event production process. The recent District Court ruling ultimately brings a glimmer of hope for concertgoers, as there is now increased pressure on Live Nation to end dynamic pricing and enact structural changes to its business model.

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NationalJaya NadellaLive Nation, TicketmasterComment
Trump Considers NATO Withdrawal as Member States Withhold Support for Iran War
Trump Considers NATO Withdrawal as Member States Withhold Support for Iran War

Despite President Trump’s threats to withdraw from NATO, there are significant legal barriers he must go through, making such a move unlikely in the near future. Still, his remarks have heightened tensions with NATO allies who are cautious about supporting US military operations in Iran. As the United States expands its presence in the Middle East, the cohesion among NATO member states may be compromised, with international lawmakers monitoring whether or not Trump’s rhetoric will manifest itself in the form of policy.

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NationalKhadija MohammedIran War, Donald Trump, Trump, NATO, Trump NATOComment
A Republican Win, but a Democratic Warning Shot in Georgia’s 14th District
A Republican Win, but a Democratic Warning Shot in Georgia’s 14th District

With Clay Fuller’s win, Republicans will maintain their slim majority in the House for the time being. And while Shawn Harris himself admitted that his district is “not going to turn blue,” the large swing towards Democrats in this election could have major implications come November.

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NationalRobert FanRepublican, Shawn Harris, Georgia, Georgia Special Election, Clay Fuller, Democratic PartyComment
What Shapes Success in the Tennis World?
What Shapes Success in the Tennis World?

Attending the Mutua Madrid Open revealed more than just high-level competition. While professional tennis is often framed as a meritocratic, individual sport, its structure reveals how access to resources, financial, institutional, and social, plays a defining role in shaping who can compete. The tournament raises broader questions about who gets to participate in tennis and what ultimately determines overall success.

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Columns, OpinionEleanor GoldsteinTennis, Madrid Open, Mutua, Mutua Madrid OpenComment
Does the Retreat of the US from the Global Order Mean the Rise of China?
Does the Retreat of the US from the Global Order Mean the Rise of China?

Since World War II, the US and China have been the key players in the international system. The US-led reconstruction of Europe through the Marshall Plan shaped the world's order through security and containment approaches. China, during the late 20th century, began to grow as a new regional player. The first quarter of the 21st century has seen shifts in the balance of power. Will this be a zero-sum game between the two key players in the coming decades?

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Columns, Opinion, FellowsShahid S. KhanChina, United States of America, World War II, President XiComment
The Power of SuperPACs on the NC Senate Race
The Power of SuperPACs on the NC Senate Race

The ongoing North Carolina Senate race has made the use of Super PACs salient, with candidates receiving large amounts of money from these organizations to fund their political campaigns. The use of these committees has raised questions about the representation of public interest in government, the impact of wealthy donors, and the potential for corruption.

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LocalSamrita SriramPACs, SuperPACs, Thom Tillis, North Carolina, NC Senate Race, Senate, Roy CooperComment
Private Equity Isn’t Driving the Housing Crisis
Private Equity Isn’t Driving the Housing Crisis

The answer lies less in investors’ behaviors and more in the rules governing what can be built in the first place. In many of the country’s most in-demand cities, local zoning laws often partially ban the construction of multi-family housing or severely limit building height, artificially constraining the supply of available units.

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Opinion, ColumnsAbram GregoryHousing Crisis, Affordable Housing, Zillow, Housing System, Private EquityComment
Italy’s Latest World Cup Failure Sparks Administrative Turmoil
Italy’s Latest World Cup Failure Sparks Administrative Turmoil

Italy’s struggles are nothing new. Their recent loss marks their third-straight World Cup qualification failure despite a history as one of the most successful national teams in World Cup history. The turmoil has set off a string of administrative changes, including the resignation of Italy soccer federation president Gabriele Gravina and the removal of coach Gennaro Gattuso.

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Global, Editor's PicksSamrita SriramItaly, Soccer, World Cup, 2026 World Cup, Italian FootballComment
Orbán Under Pressure: Pipeline Incident and Rising Opposition Shake Hungary’s Elections
Orbán Under Pressure: Pipeline Incident and Rising Opposition Shake Hungary’s Elections

Ukraine has denied involvement in an incident where explosives were found near a pipeline in Serbia, and experts have asserted that the incident was rather an attempt by Russia to influence Hungary’s election. Given that incumbent Viktor Orbán’s party is falling behind in polls, there have been accusations that this was a “false flag” operation by Orbán and Russia to drum up support.

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GlobalAbby LudwigUkraine, Viktor Orbán, Russia, EUComment
Anti-Government Protests Erupt In Prague Calling for the Prime Minister’s Resignation
Anti-Government Protests Erupt In Prague Calling for the Prime Minister’s Resignation

Mass protests have erupted across Prague in recent weeks, as tens of thousands of citizens rally against Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and his coalition government, citing fears of democratic backsliding as governmental policies begin to shift from a traditional progressive to a more far-right stance. With protests being organized by the Million Moments for Democracy NGO, many state that these have been the largest protests since the Velvet Revolution of 1989.

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GlobalJacob DokulilPrague, Czech Republic, Czechoslovakia, Andrej Babiš, CzechiaComment
Why the United States Is Returning to the Moon with Artemis II
Why the United States Is Returning to the Moon with Artemis II

In the decades following Apollo, the absence of a clear rival to the United States has reduced the urgency of lunar exploration, while domestic priorities focused on lower-cost missions in low Earth orbit made sustained investment in Moon expeditions difficult. In the 2020s, however, China’s growing space capabilities have reintroduced external pressure, creating the conditions under which multiple administrations have supported a consistent lunar strategy.

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National, Editor's PicksAbram GregoryArtemis II, NASA, North Carolina, Christina Koch, Space, Artemis IV, Space Race, ChinaComment
Deadly Strike on Iranian Elementary School Sparks Investigation into Humanitarian Law Violations
Deadly Strike on Iranian Elementary School Sparks Investigation into Humanitarian Law Violations

The strike on the girl’s elementary school in Minab occurred on February 6, 2026, in the wake of escalating military tensions between Iran, the United States, and Israel. Early evidence suggests that a Tomahawk cruise missile may have been used, pointing toward possible United States involvement, given that these weapons are primarily used by the U.S. military. Under International Humanitarian Law (IHL), the deliberate targeting of civilians constitutes a war crime, placing an attack of this scale well within the scope of potential prosecution.

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Opinion, ColumnsMina KimUnited Nations, Iran, United States of America, Gaza, Israel, Donald TrumpComment
Primary Night in North Carolina and Texas Raises Questions for Democrats
Primary Night in North Carolina and Texas Raises Questions for Democrats

On March 3, voters cast their ballots for the North Carolina and Texas primaries, with heated races for both Democratic and Republican candidates. These primary elections have been among the most closely watched across the states, as incumbents, former state officials, and left and right-leaning challengers gear up for the November midterms. In Texas and North Carolina, Democratic results have raised major questions about party values, with Chapel Hill’s own District Four as a prime example.

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NationalCole JonesFoushee, North Carolina, ElectionComment