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Sep 06 2024OPINION

Is America's Foreign Policy Leaving American Workers Behind?

You've probably heard that free trade is good for everyone. But what if it's only good for some? This article argues that America's recent foreign policy, focused on free trade and open borders, has actually hurt American workers. It claims that while CEOs and investors have seen their profits skyr

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Biden's Education Department: Mass Loan Forgiveness Scheme or Legal Farce?

In a brazen power play that reeks of desperation ahead of the midterms, President Biden is trying to bypass Congress and sneakily forgive nearly $147 billion in student loans through his Education Department. Seven Republican-led states are crying foul, suing the administration for what they claim

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Sep 06 2024EDUCATION

Free Speech vs. 'Harmful Conduct':NYC Judge Weighs In on Heated School Debate

A New York City parent activist, Maud Maron, was recently reinstated to her education post after a federal judge ruled that Schools Chancellor David Banks likely violated her free speech rights. Maron’s removal stemmed from her criticism of an anonymous editorial in a Stuyvesant High School student

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Sep 06 2024EDUCATION

Can School Decisions Be Taken Out of the Hands of the Experts?

Concord residents are gearing up for a heated battle over school policy, with two ballot questions seeking to give voters a direct say in major decisions like school relocations and property transactions. But is this a good idea? Could giving the average voter a say in these complex issues lead to

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Sep 06 2024EDUCATION

Marblehead Schools:Paycheck Problems and Teacher Tensions

Marblehead teachers are starting the new school year without a contract and facing a frustrating payroll error. The Marblehead Education Association (MEA) claims recent paychecks are missing step increases, summer stipends, and other agreed-upon pay adjustments. Interim Superintendent John Robidou

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Sep 06 2024EDUCATION

The Affirmative Action Aftershock:A College Admissions Earthquake?

The Supreme Court's decision to strike down affirmative action has sent ripples through college admissions, with some selective colleges reporting drops in the number of Black students in their incoming classes. It begs the question, is this just a blip or the start of a major trend? It's too early

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Sep 06 2024CRIME

Post Office Run Turns Nightmarish:A Hate Crime in Quincy

John Sullivan, a 78-year-old man, found himself facing serious consequences after a seemingly ordinary trip to the post office turned into a terrifying ordeal for an Asian American family. Imagine going about your day, only to be confronted with hateful words and violent threats. That's exactly wh

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Sep 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Small Town Secrets Shrouded in Darkness: A Gripping Mystery Unfolds Under the Shadow of an Eclipse

In the sleepy French countryside of Aubrac, where majestic landscapes meet small-town intrigue, a dark mystery unfolds under the eerie glow of an eclipse. When teenage love turns tragic and a young girl disappears after being shot, two women cops must navigate the tangled web of secrets that bind th

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Sep 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Barstool's Big Money Man: Apathy for Golf or Just Business?

Dave Portnoy, the outspoken founder of Barstool Sports, recently expressed 'apathy' towards departing golf podcaster Dan Rapaport. Rapaport, who joined Barstool two years ago from Golf Digest, has announced his exit, prompting Portnoy's candid remarks on the 'Unnamed Show'. Portnoy admitted that

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Sep 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

From Oscars to the Ring: Can 'Unstoppable' Director William Goldenberg Score a Knockout?

William Goldenberg, the Oscar-winning editor behind 'Argo,' is taking a leap of faith, stepping into the director's chair with his debut film, 'Unstoppable.' This biopic tells the inspiring true story of Anthony Robles, a wrestler born without a right leg who defied the odds to pursue his dream of b

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