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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Why A 1997 Movie Is Top-Rated By Rotten Tomatoes

Imagine a teacher ripping out a page from a book. That's what happens in "Dead Poets Society" when Mr. Keating, played by Robin Williams, sees an essay trying to rate poems with a math formula. He hates the idea of judging art like that. But we do it all the time, don't we? We give thumbs up or down

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Criminal Cases on ICE's List: Not Just a Biden Thing

You might think that only criminals caught during the current administration end up on ICE’s non-detained list. But guess what? That’s not true at all! This list has been growing for years, way before President Biden took office. We’re talking about people who came into the country legally but then

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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Crime Shows That Stand the Test of Time

When you think about shows that really hook you in, crime dramas often come to mind. These TV series offer a special look into the world of criminals and how their actions affect society. Let's start with "Sherlock," a classic adaptation that brings the famous detective to life. Then there’s "The Wi

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Oct 07 2024CRIME

City Efforts to Cut Crime: How San Antonio and Baltimore Are Trying

Crime reduction is top of mind for cities like San Antonio and Baltimore, which are rolling out multi-step plans aimed at high-crime areas and individuals who drive a lot of violence. The idea is simple but effective: get different city departments and social service groups to work together, fix iss

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Former President Trump’s Call for Impeachment

On Saturday, former U.S. President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to demand the impeachment of Vice President Kamala Harris after her visit to the U.S.-Mexico border. During her trip to Douglas, Arizona, Harris criticized Trump’s handling of immigration, stating that it's possible to secure the b

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Oct 07 2024CELEBRITIES

Jussie Smollett: Reflecting on His Scandal

Actor Jussie Smollett recently opened up about the infamous hate crime hoax scandal that surrounded him, ahead of his new film's premiere. In an interview with PEOPLE over Zoom, he shared his thoughts about the day authorities arrested him for disorderly conduct and falsifying a police report. He de

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Trump’s Crime Plan: A Violent Day to Stop Theft?

Former President Donald Trump recently sparked a social media storm by suggesting a violent day to end crime. He made these remarks during a rally in Pennsylvania, claiming that shoplifting is on the rise, especially among migrants. He even compared it to the horror film "The Purge," where all crime

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Trump’s Call for Tougher Policing: A Controversial Claim

Last Sunday, former President Trump made some bold statements about crime and policing at a rally in Erie, Pennsylvania. He suggested that just one “tough” hour of policing could put an end to crime. Trump believes police are being held back by restrictions, fearing they might lose their pensions, h

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Crime Rates Hit Low in First Half of 2024, Experts Weigh In

The FBI's recent data shows that crime in the US has kept falling in the first six months of 2024. Murders are down by 23% compared to the same period last year, while violent crimes fell by 10%. Rapes decreased by 18%, aggravated assaults by 8%, robberies by 14%, and property crimes by 13%. Th

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Oct 07 2024CRIME

The Menendez Brothers: A Different Perspective

In 1989, Lyle and Erik Menendez shot their parents dead in their Beverly Hills home. The motive? It's still debated. Some say greed, while others point to years of abuse. Netflix's "Monsters" revisits this case with a new twist—an alleged incestuous relationship between the brothers. Ryan Murphy, th

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