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Sep 13 2024CRIME

The Underrated Crime Drama That's Finally on Netflix - Why You Should Watch It

As we scroll through our Netflix recommendations, it's easy to overlook the hidden gems that slip under the radar. One such underrated crime drama is Black Mass, a 2015 film that tells the story of Whitey Bulger's criminal empire and his cooperation with the FBI. With its impressive cast, remarkable

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Sep 13 2024POLITICS

War Crimes in Afghanistan: The Shadow of History Looms Large

It's been over two decades since the Afghanistan War, and yet, the country is still grappling with the consequences of that conflict. The latest revelations of war crimes committed by Australian special forces are a stark reminder of the moral complexities of war. When we talk about war crimes, we

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Sep 13 2024POLITICS

Liberal Women in the Making: The Shift Towards a More Progressive Future

The recent Gallup study has revealed a significant trend among young women, who are increasingly identifying as liberal. In fact, around 4 in 10 women aged 18-29 now identify as liberal, a whopping 10% higher than in the early 2000s. This shift is most pronounced on issues like abortion, the environ

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Sep 12 2024HEALTH

A Healthy Smile, But for How Long? Minnesota's Dental Health Ranking

The age-old question: how do we stack up in terms of dental health? It's a concern that's on many of our minds, especially those of us who've had our fair share of cavities and fillings. But what about Minnesota, our beloved state? How do we compare to the rest of the country? According to the data

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Sep 12 2024HEALTH

VA Hospitals Soar to New Heights: Unraveling the Secret to Their Care Quality Success

VA hospitals have once again defied the odds by topping the charts in care quality and patient satisfaction, leaving their non-VA counterparts in their dust. But what's behind this remarkable achievement? Is it a result of their unwavering commitment to serving veterans? Or are there other factors

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Sep 12 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A Tale of Unlikely Friendship and Grief: My Dead Friend Zoe Pushed to 2025

Imagine a film that weaves a complex tapestry from trauma, memory, and the enduring strength of human connection. Directed by Kyle Hausmann-Stokes, this dark veteran dramedy explores the complicated friendship between two U.S. Army Afghanistan veterans, Merit and Zoe. The film delves into a complex

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Sep 12 2024TECHNOLOGY

PS5 Pro: Worth the Upgrade or Just a Fancy New Console?

Imagine having a PS5 that can render gameplay at mind-boggling 45% faster clip, with stunning ray-tracing capabilities and AI-enhanced upscaling. That's what the PS5 Pro promises to deliver, but is it worth the hefty price tag of $699.99 / £699.99 / AU$1,199.95? First, let's consider the new hardwa

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Sep 12 2024CRIME

ShotSpotter: A Life-Saving Technology with a Price Tag

Imagine a technology that can save lives by providing rapid aid to victims of gun violence. ShotSpotter, a gunshot detection system, seems to be just that. However, it doesn't solve crime – it's not a magic bullet. A study by the University of Chicago Crime Lab found that areas with ShotSpotter t

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Sep 12 2024OPINION

The Silent Censor: How Free Speech is Being Chipped Away by Tech, Media, and Politics

Imagine living in a world where the ability to express your thoughts and opinions is slowly being eroded away. It's not a reality from a dystopian novel, but our current reality. The erosion of free speech is happening, and it's not a single, dramatic event, but rather a thousand tiny cuts. From th

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Sep 12 2024FINANCE

California's Proposition 4: A Borrowing Binge or Wise Investment?

California's Proposition 4 is set to borrow $10 billion to fund a plethora of environmental projects. But is this measure more about politics than sound policy? After this year's budget debacle, the state should be focusing on cutting debt, not increasing it. The measure's 100+ programs lack a sens

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