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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

Harris's Higher Ed Shift: A New Perspective on College and Careers

In 2009, then-President Obama set an ambitious goal to increase college graduates by 2020. His administration pushed for bigger tuition tax credits, larger Pell Grants, and free community college tuition. This trend continued with Democrats like Hillary Clinton and President Biden, who supported fre

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Oct 06 2024SCIENCE

What's Up With That Asteroid Crash?

So, you know how NASA smashed into an asteroid in 2022 to see if we could change its path? Yeah, that was a real thing! Now, the European Space Agency (ESA) is sending a probe named Hera to check out the damage. This isn't some boring science stuff—it’s like a space detective story! The asteroid, D

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Oct 06 2024SCIENCE

Voyager's Long Journey: A Power Struggle in Space

Imagine a spacecraft that's been exploring for nearly 50 years. The Voyagers are like the oldest explorers in our universe, and they're not slowing down yet! But running out of power is a real concern. So, NASA made a big decision: they turned off one more science tool on Voyager 2 to help it last l

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Oct 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

"Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket: A Step Towards Space Dominance"

Blue Origin's CEO, Bob Smith, shared updates on the BE-4 engines and the company's plans for the New Glenn rocket. The BE-4 engines performed as expected during recent tests. Blue Origin aims to deliver one engine per week by the end of 2024, with even faster production rates by 2025. Regarding the

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

Rep. Greene's Weather Claims Ignite Online Storm

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Georgia Republican congresswoman, has sparked controversy online with her claims about weather control. On Thursday evening, she tweeted that Democrats can manipulate the weather, saying it’s "ridiculous" to deny this possibility. Her statements follow Hurricane Helene's pa

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

Is Christian Influence in Politics Really a Problem?

There's been a lot of talk lately about "Christian Nationalism" and how it's supposedly threatening American democracy. But let’s step back for a moment. Everyone has values, right? And Christians are no different—their values come from the Bible. Voting based on those values isn’t trying to force b

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Oct 05 2024POLITICS

Kamala Harris in Ripon: Ukraine, Elections, and an Unusual Alliance

On Thursday, Vice President Kamala Harris visited Ripon, Wisconsin—the birthplace of the Republican Party. She discussed the upcoming 2024 election, emphasizing that it's not just about the United States but also about the war in Ukraine. Harris highlighted her recent meeting with Ukrainian Presiden

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

Is California's Dream Still Alive? Let's Talk Solutions

California, once a beacon of progress, is now grappling with severe challenges. Homelessness has skyrocketed, crime rates are on the rise, and affordability is plummeting. This crisis begs the question: is California's dream still achievable? The fate lies in the hands of our state leaders. Democrat

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Oct 04 2024EDUCATION

Preschool Pals Vote for Their Favorite PAW Patrol Pup

On a bright Thursday morning in Virginia, a group of 3- and 4-year-olds were busy making their voices heard. They weren't debating laws or policies, but something just as important to them: which animated dog from the cartoon "PAW Patrol" was the best. The children at ACCA Child Development Center h

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Student Voters Face Last-Minute Challenges in Georgia Election

In recent weeks, college students across Georgia have been actively registering to vote and encouraging their peers to do the same. The efforts are largely driven by student organizations on campuses, including Emory University and Georgia State University. The issue arises because many dorms at th

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