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The former New York mayor and lawyer to Donald Trump, , erupted in court on Tuesday, telling a judge: “I can’t pay my bills!” Sketches by court room artists, who for the media to use when cameras are not allowed in court, such as federal courts, showed a furious Giuliani, 80, pointing at the judge in his case, Lewis Liman. The hearing in federal court in Manhattan concerned a near-$150m judgment won by Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss, two Georgia elections workers while advancing Trump’s lie that in 2020 cost him victory . Liman said Giuliani had not been complying with . Giuliani said on Tuesday: “The implications you are making against me are wrong. I have no car, no credit card, no cash, everything I have is tied up, they have put stop orders on my business accounts, and I can’t pay my bills!” Giuliani’s fall has been spectacular. After making his name as a hard-charging prosecutor who took on organized crime, he was mayor for two terms, in office on and widely praised for his leadership after the terrorist attacks on the US. His 2008 presidential run flopped but Giuliani enjoyed a successful consulting and speaking career before allying himself with Trump when the property magnate entered Republican politics in 2015. Giuliani missed out on a cabinet appointment but became Trump’s personal attorney – work that fueled Trump’s , in 2019 for blackmailing Ukraine for political dirt. Giuliani then became a prime driver of Trump’s failed attempt to overturn the 2020 election – work which produced criminal charges, to which he , the huge defamation judgment, and disbarments in and . In New York on Tuesday, Giuliani’s lawyer told the judge his client had turned over assets including a Mercedes Benz sports car once owned by the film star Lauren Bacall. An attorney for Freeman and Moss said Giuliani had turned over the car but not the title to it. Attorneys for the two women have also said they have to Giuliani’s $5m Upper East Side apartment in Manhattan, but have not secured “the keys, stock, or proprietary lease”. In court, the judge told Giuliani’s lawyer: “A car without a title is meaningless ... your client is a competent person. He was the US attorney in the district. The notion that he can’t apply for a title certificate –” Giuliani cut him off, saying: “I did apply for it! What am I supposed to do, make it up myself? Your implication that I have not been diligent about it is totally incorrect.” He then launched his outburst about financial problems. Giuliani’s lawyer asked Liman to extend deadlines, given he had only just started on the case after previous attorneys withdrew. Liman denied the request, saying: “You can’t restart the clock by firing one counsel and hiring another. He has already received multiple extensions, and missed multiple deadlines.” Trial is set for 16 January regarding whether Giuliani must also give Moss and Freeman his Florida home and four New York Yankees World Series commemoration rings. On Tuesday, Giuliani’s lawyer asked if the trial could be pushed back, so his client could attend inaugural events for Trump, who will be sworn in as president in Washington DC on 20 January. Liman said no. Outside court, Giuliani told reporters Liman was “going to rule against me. If you were sitting in the courtroom and couldn’t figure it out, you’re stupid.” He also said the judge’s “background is serious leftwing Democrat ... about as leftwing as you get” – even while acknowledging Liman was by Trump. Giuliani said he did not regret defaming Freeman and Moss. “I regret the persecution I have been put through,” he said.PM Modi invites Indian diaspora in Kuwait to join global development effortsExpion360 Announces Departure of Chief Financial OfficerLOGAN ENERGY CORP. ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC MONTNEY ASSET ACQUISITION, $35 MILLION EQUITY OFFERING AND PRO FORMA GUIDANCE FOR THE REMAINDER OF 2024 AND 2025
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ATLANTA — On Jan. 18 and 19 the AT&T Playoff Playlist Live! will be held at State Farm Arena in advance of the College Football Playoff national championship on Jan. 20. The star-studded lineup was announced Thursday at a news conference at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Performances will include Lil Wayne and GloRilla on Saturday; and Camila Cabello, Myles Smith and Knox on Sunday. On game day, the Allstate Championship Tailgate, taking place just outside Mercedes-Benz Stadium in the Home Depot Backyard, will feature country acts on the Capital One Music Stage, including global superstar Kane Brown and iHeartCountry “On The Verge” artist Ashley Cooke. The concerts are just two of the festivities visiting fans can enjoy in the days leading up to the big game. The fan experience for both ticket holders and the general public has been a focus for event planners. All weekend long, an estimated 100,000 people from across the country are expected to attend fan events preceding kickoff. “It will be an opportunity for fans of all ages to come together to sample what college football is all about, and you don’t have to have a ticket to the game to be a part of it,” said Bill Hancock, executive director of the CFP in a press release. “We’ve worked closely with the Atlanta Football Host Committee to develop fan-friendly events that thousands will enjoy come January.” On Saturday, Jan. 18, Playoff Fan Central will open at the Georgia World Congress Center in downtown Atlanta. The free, family-friendly experience will include games, clinics, pep rallies, special guest appearances, autograph signings and exhibits celebrating college football and its history. That day, fans can also attend Media Day, presented by Great Clips, which will feature one-hour sessions with student-athletes and coaches from each of the College Football Playoff national championship participating teams. ESPN and social media giants X, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok will be taping live broadcasts from the event. On Sunday, Jan. 19, the Trophy Trot, both a 5K and 10K race, will wind its way through the streets of downtown Atlanta. Each Trophy Trot participant will receive a T-shirt and finisher’s medal. Participants can register at atlantatrackclub.org . On Sunday evening, the Georgia Aquarium will host the Taste of the Championship dining event, which offers attendees the opportunity to indulge in food and drink prepared by local Atlanta chefs. This premium experience serves as an elevated exploration of local cuisine on the eve of the national championship. Tickets to the Taste of the Championship event are available on etix.com . Atlanta is the first city ever to repeat as host for the CFP national championship. The playoff was previously held in Atlanta in 2018. “We are honored to be the first city to repeat as host for the CFP national championship and look forward to welcoming college football fans from around the country in January,” said Dan Corso, president of the Atlanta Sports Council and Atlanta Football Host Committee. “This event gives us another opportunity to showcase our incredible city.” The College Football Playoff is the event that crowns the national champion in college football. The quarterfinals and semifinals rotate annually among six bowl games — the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic, Vrbo Fiesta Bowl, Capital One Orange Bowl, Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, Rose Bowl Game presented by Prudential and the Allstate Sugar Bowl. This year’s quarterfinals will take place on Dec. 31, 2024 and Jan. 1, 2025, while the semifinals will be Jan. 9-10, 2025. The CFP national championship will be Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. For additional information on the College Football Playoff, visit CollegeFootballPlayoff.com . Get local news delivered to your inbox!
Oilers turn to Plans B, C and D to address injuries, underperformance on wingsPackers star RB Josh Jacobs gifts offensive line with custom diamond chains for Christmas READ MORE: Ex-NFL star mocks Brock Purdy after gifting his o-line with trucks By LEOCCIANO CALLAO Published: 21:56, 24 December 2024 | Updated: 21:57, 24 December 2024 e-mail View comments Green Bay Packers star running back Josh Jacobs was not afraid to splurge while gifting his offensive linemen for the holidays. Hours after the team clinched their playoff spot with the sixth seed in the NFC, Jacobs took to Instagram to show his flashy gifts for his offensive line. Jacobs panned through several custom pendants with each lineman's number bedazzled in diamonds. He tagged his o-lines Instagram handles on the bottom left corner and also included jeweler ZoFrost & Co. The Jewelry and watch manufacturer has worked with NFL stars such as Lamar Jackson, Earl Thomas, Kyler Murray, and Deebo Samuel. They have also made pieces for NBA stars Trae Young and Kyle Kuzma. Packers RB Josh Jacobs gifts diamond chains to his offensive line for Christmas pic.twitter.com/E0BNAX8AIs — Daily Loud (@DailyLoud) December 24, 2024 Josh Jacobs gifted his offensive linemen with custom diamond necklaces for Christmas Read More Fans all make the same cynical comment as star quarterback gifts Toyota trucks to his offensive line Jacobs' pricey presents for his comrades come as he is enjoying a bountiful season on the field. So far this season, the former Crimson Tide star has 278 carries for 1,216 yards and 13 touchdowns. He also made 35 receptions for 340 yards and a touchdown. The sixth-year veteran is tied for third in the NFL in carries and rushing touchdowns and is fourth league-wide in rushing yards. Jacobs joined Green Bay this year after five years with the Raiders, including their final season in Oakland. He arrived in Green Bay after signing a four-year, $48million deal in free agency. His deal also included a $12.5m signing bonus and $12.5m guaranteed. The Packers are 11-4 sitting third in the NFC North and are riding a two-game streak into their penultimate game of the season against the Vikings on the 29th. Green Bay got eliminated in the divisional playoff after losing to San Francisco, who went on to win the NFC. Green Bay Packers NBA Share or comment on this article: Packers star RB Josh Jacobs gifts offensive line with custom diamond chains for Christmas e-mail Add comment
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Harris’ campaign leaders say there was a ‘price to be paid’ for shortened campaign against TrumpLiverpool and Real Madrid combined XI: Reds dominate central defence, Mohamed Salah and Jude Bellingham are shoo-ins, but which Champions League-winning Anfield star misses out?Arsenal defender Gabriel kept Viktor Gyokeres quiet — then had the audacity to steal the in-demand Sporting Lisbon striker's trademark goal celebration. After heading in Arsenal's third first-half goal in the Champions League on Tuesday, Gabriel linked the fingers of his hands and placed them over his eyes, before laughing with his teammates. It was most likely a dig at Gyokeres, the Sweden striker who has quickly become one of European soccer's hottest properties . Because that is how Gyokeres celebrates his goals. “It's fun that he likes my celebration,” Gyokeres told Viaplay after the match. “He can steal it if he cannot come up with his own.” Gyokeres has scored 24 goals for Sporting in all competitions and was coming off netting four for Sweden in a Nations League match against Azerbaijan. Earlier in the first half, Gabriel had enjoyed tackling and dispossessing Gyokeres near the Arsenal area — waving both his arms in a gesture to the crowd. Gabriel's goal made it 3-0 to Arsenal at halftime and the English team went on to win 5-1, with Gyokeres failing to score. He did hit the post with a shot late in the game, however — after Gabriel had gone off with an injury. “Today he wasn't that dangerous,” Arsenal striker Kai Havertz said of Gyokeres, “but I think it's because we defended very well.” AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer
( MENAFN - EIN Presswire) NextBee welcomes solar expert Steve Kohn to expand renewable energy solutions. He brings a decade of experience from work with Nordstrom, Pepsi & major brands. SAN MATEO, CA, UNITED STATES, December 21, 2024 /EINPresswire / -- NextBee today announced two significant developments in its sustainability initiatives: the launch of Practice Green, a revolutionary employee engagement platform, and a strategic partnership with Steven Kohn, C+I Solar/Water/Startup Consultant, to expand its presence in the solar power and renewable energy sectors. The Practice Green platform combines powerful gamification features with comprehensive sustainability tracking, enabling organizations to reduce their environmental footprint while achieving significant cost savings. Through customizable challenges, rewards systems, and integration capabilities with major HR platforms, Practice Green offers a unique approach to making sustainability engaging and measurable. Through this strategic partnership, NextBee strengthens its position in the solar power industry, helping organizations align their internal sustainability practices with their market offerings. The addition of Kohn to the consultant partner network marks a significant step in NextBee's expansion in the renewable energy sector. Kohn brings over a decade of experience in solar, water, compost, and energy efficiency solutions, and will focus on helping NextBee expand its Practice Green platform to commercial and industrial clients in the renewable energy sector. His extensive work with industry leaders like Jackson Family Wines, Nordstrom, and Pepsi in the solar space demonstrates the potential for combining sustainability initiatives with employee engagement programs. Key features of Practice Green include: Process adoption checklists and sustainable practice challenges Gamification elements including badges, leaderboards, and reward points Integration capabilities with major HR systems including SuccessFactors, Workday, and Oracle HCM Cloud Comprehensive sustainability reporting and analytics Employee-driven innovation through sustainable idea submissions Volunteer hour tracking and recognition systems Practice Green is available immediately for organizations across all industries, with particular benefits for technology companies, healthcare organizations, manufacturers, retailers, and financial institutions. Through this new partnership, NextBee will offer specialized implementations for solar power companies and renewable energy providers, leveraging Kohn's expertise in creating sub-4-year payback periods for solar investments. About NextBee NextBee Corporation, based in San Mateo, CA, is a leading provider of engagement solutions that help organizations drive meaningful participation in key initiatives. Through innovative technology and proven engagement strategies, NextBee helps companies achieve their strategic goals while building stronger relationships with their employees. About Steve Kohn Based in Orlando, FL, Steve Kohn is a sustainability professional with over 10 years of experience in renewable energy solutions. Through his work with OnSwitch Energy, he has helped numerous commercial and industrial clients implement successful solar initiatives with significant cost savings and environmental impact. Media Contact: Rohit Singh ... NextBee 1668 Yorktown Road, San Mateo, CA, 94402 Rohit Singh NextBee +1 800-547-1618 ... Visit us on social media: Facebook X LinkedIn Instagram Other Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above. MENAFN21122024003118003196ID1109020091 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.
OpenAI’s Crucible Year: How 2024 Is Reshaping The Future Of AI"Finest Cultural Gifts from China" Cultural and Tourism Trade Promotion Activity (Special Session for Leisure Journey) Held in Sanya, Hainan 12-20-2024 09:34 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: Getnews / PR Agency: Stones_PR On December 19, the "Finest Cultural Gifts from China" Cultural and Tourism Trade Promotion Activity (Special Session for Leisure Journey), organized by the Department of Industry Development, Ministry of Culture and Tourism, took place in Sanya, Hainan. The event was conducted both online and offline, with live coverage through text, images, and video on domestic and international platforms, reaching a total audience of over 1.5 million, including 740,000 viewers from abroad. Image: https://www.globalnewslines.com/uploads/2024/12/10a449bd76a4767bb1edd7e2262aaa12.jpg Event Snapshot (Photo Provided by the Sponsor) Sponsored by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television and Sports of Hainan Province and undertaken by China Tourism News and the Institute of Creative Industries Technology of Renmin University of China, the event was held in tandem with the 2024 (9th) Hainan World Leisure Tourism Expo. It aimed to explore and showcase unique cultural and tourism products, premium performance programs, and travel routes across regions, enhance cultural richness and appeal, and build an effective platform for international exchange and cooperation on distinctive tourism products. Through these efforts, it sought to provide Chinese and international tourists with a richer and more diverse travel experience. This event featured 33 cultural and creative products, 4 leisure tourism destinations, and 12 leisure travel routes. A corresponding product manual was also prepared. At the event, 6 related organizations conducted roadshow presentations, introducing offerings such as the AI Magic Screen Camera for Travel Photography, Unique Dream of Red Mansion-themed cultural products, the Sanya International Yacht Center, and Atlantis Sanya. A special "Leisure Journey" exhibition area was set up on-site, showcasing and selling distinctive cultural and tourism products, premium performance programs, and travel routes across China. It gave consumers a chance to experience the unique charm of Chinese culture up close. The event captured widespread attention from audiences at home and abroad, with many marveling, "Every cultural and tourism product has its own unique charm and cultural significance" and "It's amazing to enjoy a leisure trip that feels like living inside a Chinese landscape painting". They also hoped to explore China's magnificent landscapes and vibrant civilization during their travels. Various guests were present at the event, including officials from the Department of Industry Development of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the Trade in Services Administration of the Ministry of Commerce, some provincial (district and municipal) administrative departments of culture and tourism, and local governments, as well as representatives from related tourism associations, cultural and tourism enterprises, cross-border e-commerce platforms, financial institutions, national bases for international cultural trade, national cultural export bases, experts, and media outlets. It is understood that by integrating domestic and international resources as well as online and offline resources, the "Finest Cultural Gifts from China" Cultural and Tourism Trade Promotion Activity seeks to showcase, promote, and trade high-quality cultural and tourism products with distinct Chinese characteristics and styles that are well-received in the international market. It strives to build a platform for exchange and cooperation between Chinese and foreign enterprises, expanding the cultural trade scale and optimizing the structure. Ultimately, the campaign aims to boost the international competitiveness and popularity of Chinese enterprises and brands. Over ten special sessions have been held for the "Finest Cultural Gifts from China" Cultural and Tourism Trade Promotion Activity. They have received an overwhelming response and produced remarkable results. Media Contact Company Name: Globalnewsonline Contact Person: Luayy Alkilani Email: Send Email [ http://www.universalpressrelease.com/?pr=finest-cultural-gifts-from-china-cultural-and-tourism-trade-promotion-activity-special-session-for-leisure-journey-held-in-sanya-hainan ] Country: United States Website: http://www.globalnewsonline.info/ This release was published on openPR.
The Chicago Cubs added starter Matthew Boyd to their rotation on a two-year deal. The signing could mean one of the Cubs' starters from last season could be out of a job, and resultingly traded. FanSided's Jordan Campbell noted that the signing of Boyd could mean the Cubs may have to move on from Javier Assad. Assad made 29 starts last season and could be included in a trade for a high-end starter. "Javier Assad continued to defy expectations during the 2024 season. In 29 starts with the Cubs last season, Assad posted a 3.73 ERA. It was an impressive season for Assad, no doubt, but his expected ERA of 4.97 and expected FIP of 4.61 do suggest there was a tremendous amount of luck involved with his success," wrote Campbell. "Assuming the Cubs look to the trade market to add a high-end starting pitcher, Assad could be included as part of the package going the other way." Assad posted the best ERA of his young career after his first full season as a starter. The Cubs clearly want to beef up their rotation. Adding Boyd is a good start, but they could go after a star as well. Garrett Crochet is on the trade block and the Cubs could include Assad in a deal for him. Assad will not be a free agent until 2029 and could be an attractive trade target. The Cubs signed Boyd to a two-year, $29 million deal. Boyd has played in just 23 games in the last two seasons so the Cubs may want to hang on to Assad. More MLB: Matthew Boyd signing could mean Cubs dump young pitcher following career yearSearing guitar riffs, primal drums, and electronic textures collide with impassioned vocals to create a chaotic yet precise sonic storm that blurs the lines between human aggression and mechanical force. That’s industrial rock, and for fans of German band KMFDM, it is the sweet spot between the freedom to express individuality and rebelling against a system of political corruption and injustice. But in 1999, when the band’s lyrics were cited by the perpetrators of the Columbine High School massacre in Colorado, which resulted in 13 deaths, their message of resistance was suddenly eclipsed by the violence they had long condemned. In January, a song by the band was featured in a TikTok video posted moments before a 17-year-old unleashed gunfire at Iowa’s Perry High School, killing two and wounding others. And now, the band has once again been thrust into the spotlight by photos of 15-year-old freshman Natalie Rupnow , who on Monday killed a teacher and student at her private school in Madison, Wisconsin. The images show her wearing a black KMFDM band shirt while at a shooting range. Band says music stands against violence KMFDM issued a statement condemning the Columbine massacre, expressing sympathy for the victims and explaining its music was intended to stand against violence. “KMFDM are an art form — not a political party. From the beginning our music has been a statement against war, oppression, fascism and violence against others,” read the statement at the time. KMFDM told CNN on Saturday it has been “distressing” to be in a similar situation again, after “how unfairly maligned KMFDM was by the media during Columbine, in what was tantamount to a witch hunt.” “We stand by these words as strongly now as we did back then,” KMFDM said in its statement. “We don’t believe Natalie Rupnow wore a KMFDM T-shirt because she’s necessarily a fan of the band, but instead because she glorified the Columbine shooters. Sadly, there’s a subculture of sick individuals who do have an obscure fascination with the Columbine massacre, and our band’s acronym will forever be associated with it.” KMFDM said the concern should not be its music but the ubiquitous, with a persistent rise in gun-related deaths and mass shootings that have killed hundreds of children and school staff in classrooms. “In a culture that is obsessed with guns, people will always try and blame someone or something else for these tragic events, rather than the abundant and easy access to firearms,” KMFDM said. The history of industrial rock The first decade of industrial music was recognized as being “very experimental and very hard to listen to,” said industrial music expert Alexander Reed. It started with combining noise samples – ranging from vacuum cleaners, power tools or banging on metal – with drum beats and turning them into songs. “It was very interested in turning noise into music and music into noise. That’s tied into their idea of flipping notions of the powerless versus the empowered, or good versus evil,” Reed, a professor of music at Ithaca College, told CNN. Industrial music originated in the 1970s in northern England, Germany, and, to some extent, San Francisco before spreading all over the world. Around the mid-1980s, Reed says, industrial musicians began incorporating influences from dance music and rock ‘n’ roll, leading to KMFDM’s rise. The band was founded in 1984 as a performance art project. KMFDM is its original German name, which is intentionally grammatically absurd and stands for “Kein Mehrheit Für Die Mitleid,” translated and interpreted as “No pity for the majority.” The name, KMFDM told CNN, was inspired by Dadaism, the early 20th century antiestablishment art movement which rejected nationalism and war. KMFDM surged to success in the late ’80s and early ’90s, alongside fellow industrial pioneers Nine Inch Nails and Ministry, who helped bring the genre into the mainstream. Themes of dominance and military violence come up all over the history of both industrial and electronic music. They are expressed through the melodic differences between electronic instruments and acoustic rock, Clara Latham, an assistant professor of music technology at The New School in New York City told CNN. Electronic instruments, like drum machines, synthesizers, and keyboards, have a machine precision that lacks the nuance that a drummer or guitar player conveys with fluctuations in tempo. When these elements collide, Latham says, they create a cacophony of melodic chaos. “The sound gets associated with a kind of oppressive quality in comparison, and that became part of the industrial aesthetic,” Latham said. “Compare a crazy guitar solo where the guitar sounds like it has a mind of its own, with an electronic artist at a console turning knobs – it has a totally different connotation.” The combination of the aesthetic sound differences projects the anti-violence messages behind the music: “There is a very, very clear anti-authority, anti-capitalism, anti-establishment political message that’s trying to be shouted,” Latham said. “One of the reasons why they have an enduring sort of legacy among young people is they really make people feel listened to,” Reed said. “They stand for the side of the oppressed, so their politics and their music seem to say, ‘Hey, if you are marginalized, if you are pushed to the side, we will listen to you.’ And some of that sort of earnest fist pumping power that comes through their rock influences is acting as a way to empower their listeners.” KMFDM has released 24 studio albums and related projects and continues to release music. The band had a 40th anniversary tour around the world in October. “KMFDM’s fans are incredibly dedicated, outspoken and loyal, without them, it would be unbearable to continue to exist through times like these,” KMFDM said. Underlying theme of school shootings is gun violence, not music, experts say It is unclear if Rupnow was inspired by the Columbine shooters or if her interest in KMFDM stemmed from Columbine shooter Eric Harris wearing the band’s shirt and citing its lyrics. But whether an individual has a particular musical preference likely has no effect on their decisions to carry out violence, Indre Viskontas, neuroscientist and associate professor of psychology at the University of San Francisco, told CNN. “When people are in a state of anger or very heightened emotions, they often listen to music to help them regulate their emotions, to blow off steam, get that anger out in a healthy way, so that they don’t act aggressively, or ways in which they wouldn’t want to,” Viskontas said. “A person who is going to go into a school and murder children has a lot of issues. That is not healthy behavior, so there’s obviously a lot of failures that have led up to that particular behavior, but I don’t see any evidence that their particular style of music would lead to or enhance that behavior.” Reed, who wrote the book “Assimilate: A Critical History of Industrial Music,” points to examples of how people misinterpret music to fit their own ideas. “People are going to mishear things. Paul Ryan thought that Rage Against the Machine was a right-wing band, and they clapped back saying ‘You are the machine against whom we rage,’” Reed said. One alt-right founder and white nationalist “claimed Depeche Mode is the official band of the alt right when they had been wearing literal Karl Marx beards unironically in their previous video.” It may also be likely that the Columbine shooters misinterpreted the messages in KMFDM’s music, Reed said, since the band consistently denounces violence and uses lyrics that critique social and political issues. “KMFDM was one of a bunch of bands that they listened to and music was only one of a bunch of things that they were into, a lot of which was a lot less savory,” Reed said. “But the most important thing that Columbine kids were into were guns.” The past year has continued to see a rising number of school shootings and a lack of legislation to curb gun violence . There have been at least 83 school shootings in the US so far this year as of December 16, according to CNN’s analysis of events reported by the Gun Violence Archive, Education Week and Everytown for Gun Safety. “After every school shooting, we outsource our conversations, difficult decisions, policies, and our sense of societal guilt to symbols, so we can point to them and say, ‘Oh, well, they listen to this rock band’ and we no longer have to have a conversation about gun control, or the degree to which we are raising our adolescents through screens and algorithms that veer their screens toward extremist politics,” Reed said. “We are missing the point – that the problem is not the music, it’s the guns.”Wikipedia Searches Reveal Differing Styles of Curiosity
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