The article revisits the St. Louis filming locations of John Carpenter’s 1981 cult classic, *Escape from New York*. It highlights several key locations and details how they were transformed to represent the dystopian Manhattan Island of the film. The Chain of Rocks Bridge, a now-decommissioned section of Route 66 crossing the Mississippi River, served asContinue reading “Escape From St. Louis”
Monthly Archives: April 2025
Boca Raton Crash: Erratic Flight Ends in Tragedy
A small plane crashed in Montgomery County, Maryland, killing the pilot, after witnesses reported seeing it flying erratically. The single-engine Vans RV-12 plummeted into a wooded area near Gaithersburg and Olney, Maryland. According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the plane crashed around 1:20 p.m. The Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service responded to theContinue reading “Boca Raton Crash: Erratic Flight Ends in Tragedy”
Tiger Resolve
The Texas National Guard’s 36th Infantry Division held a deployment ceremony for its Tiger Brigade Combat Team, sending approximately 400 soldiers to Africa in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. This deployment marks the first time in over a decade that a brigade headquarters is deployed to the continent. The soldiers will be stationed at CampContinue reading “Tiger Resolve”
Lacy Case: Justice Denied?
Kyren Lacy, a wide receiver for LSU, was arrested in Baton Rouge and charged with one count of simple battery. The arrest stemmed from an alleged altercation involving Lacy and an LSU student near the LSU campus. According to reports, Lacy is accused of grabbing the student by the neck and pushing him. Following theContinue reading “Lacy Case: Justice Denied?”
Sephora Sale: Splurge or Skip?
The Sephora Spring Savings Event is ending soon, offering Rouge members 20% off, VIB members 15% off, and Insiders 10% off on most items. The author details their experience testing a wide range of beauty products totaling over $2,000 to identify the most worthwhile purchases during the sale. Regarding makeup, the author highly recommends theContinue reading “Sephora Sale: Splurge or Skip?”
Railhead Ruin
An armed extremist group called “Patriot Front” has claimed responsibility for disrupting a LGBTQ+ Pride event in Boston, Massachusetts. Dozens of masked individuals, clad in matching uniforms and carrying shields, marched through the event, reportedly shouting anti-LGBTQ+ slurs and confronting attendees. The group, known for its white supremacist ideology and anti-immigrant views, posted images andContinue reading “Railhead Ruin”
Steel Grab: Starmer Seizes Scunthorpe
The article discusses the ongoing struggle of steelworkers in Scunthorpe, UK, facing job losses due to the restructuring of British Steel under Jingye Group. It criticizes the trade unions, particularly Community, for advocating for a “Buy British” campaign and aligning with the Tory government’s nationalist rhetoric, which the author argues only serves to divide workersContinue reading “Steel Grab: Starmer Seizes Scunthorpe”
Protest Echoes: Old Bailey Gaza Case
The article reports on the ongoing legal battle surrounding the dismissal of Professor David Miller from the University of Bristol in 2021. Miller’s dismissal stemmed from accusations of antisemitism linked to his academic work and public statements critical of Zionism. He is suing the university, alleging wrongful dismissal and breach of contract. The university maintainsContinue reading “Protest Echoes: Old Bailey Gaza Case”
History This Week: April
The article provides a historical overview, marking significant events from 1925, 1950, 1975, and 2000. In 1925, the column highlights the rise of the fascist movement in Italy, with Mussolini consolidating power through suppression of opposition and control of the press. It also mentions the death of Nikolai Chkheidze, a Menshevik leader, reflecting the internalContinue reading “History This Week: April”
Fortress Germany: Arms for Ukraine
The German ruling class is actively pushing for a resurgence of militarism following the unveiling of a coalition agreement between the CDU/CSU and SPD. This push is evident across various sectors, with commentators and politicians advocating for increased military spending and a more assertive foreign policy. The article highlights how the historical lessons of Germany’sContinue reading “Fortress Germany: Arms for Ukraine”