ACTIVISM

Mar 18 2025POLITICS

Protest Politics and the Cash Flow: ActBlue's Controversial Role

ActBlue, a key player in Democratic fundraising, is under scrutiny. Critics, including Republicans and Elon Musk, accuse it of fueling disruptive protests and profiting from them. The platform has been linked to various controversial groups and events, raising questions about its role in American po

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Protests and Arrests: The New Face of Campus Activism

In a surprising turn of events, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has made another arrest related to the Columbia University protests. This time, it's Leqaa Korda, a Palestinian student from the West Bank. Korda's visa had expired back in January 2022, and she was also arrested in 2024 for h

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Mar 13 2025POLITICS

A Student's Freedom at Stake

A recent graduate from Columbia University, Mahmoud Khalil, found himself in a tough spot. He was taken into custody by ICE. This happened just as he was returning home with his wife after breaking their fast during Ramadan. Khalil, a Palestinian born in Syria, had been a vocal figure in campus prot

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Mar 13 2025POLITICS

A Fight for Freedom: Student Activist's Detention Sparks Controversy

A Syrian national with Palestinian roots, Mahmoud Khalil, is at the center of a legal battle. Khalil, a lawful permanent resident, was arrested and sent to a detention facility in Louisiana. This move has sparked a debate about free speech and the rights of activists. Khalil was initially a

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Mar 10 2025POLITICS

Protest Leader Faces Deportation: What's Really Going On?

Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist, is in hot water. He was recently arrested by federal immigration agents. This happened after he played a big role in protests at Columbia University. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed the arrest. They said it was because of President Donald Trump’s

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Mar 08 2025HEALTH

Laughing Through Lockdown: How Queer Folks Used Memes to Cope with COVID-19

Memes have always been a big part of how queer communities express themselves and connect with each other, especially during tough times like the AIDS epidemic. When COVID-19 hit, things got even more challenging. People had to stay apart, and in-person support systems were disrupted. This left many

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Mar 07 2025SPORTS

Coaching Beyond the Court: Beulah Osueke's Impact on Young Athletes

Beulah Osueke, a basketball coach in Philadelphia, made a lasting impact on her players. She was more than a coach to them. She was a mentor, a disciplinarian, and sometimes even a parent. Osueke saw the struggles her players faced and used her position to help them overcome these challenges. She sa

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Mar 04 2025HEALTH

Melanoma: How Kids Are Now Fighting Back

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that has seen huge improvements in treatment over the past few years. This has led to better outcomes and quality of life for patients. Doctors can now tell the difference between melanomas caused by long-term sun exposure and other types. This is thanks to advances

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Feb 28 2025POLITICS

The Power of People: A 24-Hour Economic Shutdown

In late February, a man named John Schwarz, known for his mindfulness and meditation videos, had an idea. He wanted to create a 24-hour blackout of big corporations. He wanted people to avoid spending money at large retailers and fast-food chains. Instead, he suggested spending money only at small b

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Feb 28 2025POLITICS

Celebrities Join the Fight Against Big Business

A group called the People's Union is rallying people to skip shopping at big retailers for a day. They want to show that everyday people have power over big corporations, politicians, and banks. This protest is all about fighting corruption and standing up for fairness. The group's leader, John Schw

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