Las Vegas owes its very name to Latino history. In 1830, Mexican scout Rafael Rivera stumbled upon a fertile valley of meadows and springs while seeking water along the Old Spanish Trail. He called it Las Vegas — “the meadows.” Nearly two centuries later, the city built on that discovery still bears the imprint of… Continue reading The Forgotten Roots
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Removal Is The Foundation
From the earliest encounters between settlers and Indigenous nations to modern immigration enforcement, the United States has relied on forced removal, deportation, and exclusion as tools of control. Indigenous nations, enslaved Africans, free Black communities, religious minorities, Asian immigrants, Mexican and Mexican American families, Japanese Americans, and more recent immigrant groups have all faced it.… Continue reading Removal Is The Foundation
Planting Justice in the Desert
In a city often defined by neon excess and cultural displacement, a different kind of light pulses from Las Vegas’ historic West Side—a light rooted in earth, driven by women, and watered by the will to build what’s been denied. This is the home of the Obodo Collective, a grassroots nonprofit reclaiming not just land,… Continue reading Planting Justice in the Desert
Terpenes VS Cannabinoids
As more people turn to cannabis for its medical benefits, new users need to understand what makes each strain unique. The therapeutic potential of cannabis lies in two key groups of compounds: terpenes and cannabinoids. Together, they shape the plant’s effects, aromas, and medical applications, making finding a strain that fits your needs easier. Terpenes… Continue reading Terpenes VS Cannabinoids
Bye Art District
Gentrification—the transformation of neighborhoods through the influx of higher-income residents and new investment—has long been a feature of urban development. But in Las Vegas, a city historically known for its rapid growth and economic volatility, this process is colliding with a deepening housing affordability crisis. While some hail gentrification as a force of revitalization, for… Continue reading Bye Art District
14th Amendment’s Promises and Paradoxes
The 14th Amendment, ratified in 1868, was framed as a monumental step toward equality in the aftermath of the Civil War. Sold to the public as a safeguard for the rights of formerly enslaved people, it promised citizenship, due process, and equal protection under the law. However, the reality of its application tells a different… Continue reading 14th Amendment’s Promises and Paradoxes
Psychological Operations Profit From Negligence
As early as 2010, military and intelligence analysts recognized the immense power and potential dangers of social media and digital platforms. A report by LTC Prentiss O. Baker titled Psychological Operations Within the Cyberspace Domain highlighted the dual-use nature of these platforms. While cyberspace promised unparalleled connectivity and information sharing, it also presented opportunities for… Continue reading Psychological Operations Profit From Negligence
No More Droughts In Las Vegas
Geoengineering, the deliberate modification of Earth’s systems, has transitioned from the realm of speculative fiction to a practical tool for addressing environmental challenges. Among its most prominent techniques is cloud seeding—the process of enhancing precipitation through chemical dispersal into the atmosphere. In water-scarce regions like Las Vegas, Nevada, cloud seeding has emerged as a vital… Continue reading No More Droughts In Las Vegas
Mass Deportation Effect In Las Vegas
Mass deportations are often portrayed as necessary measures to enforce immigration laws, but their broader implications extend far beyond legal compliance. They ripple through local economies, disrupt industries, and affect communities on a profound level. This is particularly evident in cities like Las Vegas, which, as a non-sanctuary city, stands at the crossroads of enforcement… Continue reading Mass Deportation Effect In Las Vegas
Lanterns For the Fallen
On October 7, 2024, as the sun began to set over Sunset Regional Park in Henderson, Nevada, the community gathered for a solemn vigil. They were organized by the Democratic Socialist Association of Las Vegas, Code Pink, Red Desert Collective, Party for Socialism and Liberation, and Student Justice for Palestinians (SJP) at UNLV. The event… Continue reading Lanterns For the Fallen
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