Austin Petersen

6 days ago | thelibertarianrepublic.com | Austin Petersen

The small island nation of Antigua and Barbuda, renowned for its stunning beaches and offshorebanking industry, has quietly earned a different reputation: that of a haven for wealthy fugitives andsanctioned individuals. Through its Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP) and politicallyinfluenced diplomatic appointments, the island has provided a refuge for a surprising number ofindividuals under criminal scrutiny.

1 week ago | humanevents.com | Austin Petersen

The long-delayed enforcement of the Real ID Act will begin on May 7, 2025. Born out of post-9/11 security concerns, the law was passed in 2005 to standardize state-issued identification across the country. According to the Department of Homeland Security, its purpose is to enhance national security by establishing a uniform framework for IDs used in federal settings, from boarding airplanes to entering government buildings.

2 weeks ago | humanevents.com | Austin Petersen

If you stab a high school football player through the chest in front of his twin brother, the public response is quarter million dollars and a round of applause. That’s how much Karmelo Anthony, the 17-year-old accused of murdering Austin Metcalf at a Texas track meet, has raised through online donations. Not for the victim’s family but for his legal defense. And with every dollar, America proves something ugly. We are no longer a nation that condemns brutality. We sponsor it.

4 weeks ago | thelibertarianrepublic.com | Austin Petersen

The Royal Ballet School’s Intensive Courses on Demand platform make dance training accessible to anyone, anywhere. The courses have heightened inclusivity in the dance world, where many have historically faced geographical and financial barriers to training. Now, the School has launched its latest addition to these online courses: a three-part series of adult ballet classes.

1 month ago | humanevents.com | Austin Petersen

When Kamala Harris rambled about ordering Doritos at a high-tech conference in Las Vegas, it wasn't simply another meme-worthy moment, but the Democratic Party's identity crisis on full display. Harris' bumbling performance, Gavin Newsom's podcast reinvention, and Josh Shapiro's stalled ascent highlight a more profound truth: the Democrats don't just have a leadership vacuum; they've shattered an illusion they spent years building among voters.