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Sep 12 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Martin Hangs Up His Gloves: The Game of Thrones Author Moves On From House of the Dragon Criticism

In recent weeks, George R.R. Martin's blog has been a hotbed of drama. The author's scathing critique of the second season of House of the Dragon sparked a heated debate, but it seems Martin has had enough. The author's scathing critique of the second season of House of the Dragon sparked a heated

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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 2024TECHNOLOGY

Safari Tech Preview 203: What's New, What's Fixed, and What's Missing?

Apple has released Safari Technology Preview 203, touting bug fixes and performance improvements. It includes a laundry list of fixes and updates across various areas. The current release is compatible with machines running macOS Sonoma and the macOS Sequoia beta. Apple claims it's to gather feedb

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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 2024POLITICS

Pain and Politics: A 9/11 Anniversary Like No Other

A rare moment of unity brought together President Joe Biden, former President Donald Trump, and Vice President Kamala Harris at ground zero as the United States marked the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. The event was a stark contrast to previous years, when politicians were often relegated to

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

Beyond Politics: Remembering the Human Impact of 9/11

As we mark the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, it's easy to get caught up in the politics surrounding the event. But let's not forget the human cost. What does it mean to lose a loved one in such a brutal manner? How do we honor their memory without getting mired in partisan bickering? The at

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

Remembering 9/11: A Day of Reflection, Politics, and Pain

As the sun rises over the World Trade Center, the 9/11 anniversary commemorates the lives lost and reshaped by the devastating attacks. But this solemn occasion is also forever intertwined with presidential campaign politics. This year, President Joe Biden, former President Donald Trump, and Vice

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

BC United's Uncertain Future: What's Next for Houston Mayor Shane Brienen?

Brienen's situation is a prime example of the complexities that arise when party politics take priority over individual candidates' interests. The suspension of the B.C. United campaign and the subsequent merger with the B.C. Conservative party has left Brienen in a precarious position. By assuming

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

The Unreliable Crime Rate Debate: Chasing Statistics in the Dark

The debate around crime rates is heating up, but are we really getting an accurate picture? The FBI changed the way it gathers crime data in 2021, which led to some major cities, where crime is more prevalent, missing from the statistics. This means we're only getting a partial picture of crime rate

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Sep 12 2024FINANCE

Uncovering the Hidden Gem of Charter School Muni Bonds

The municipal bond market has a secret gem that could provide a significant return for investors. Charter school bonds, a small but growing segment of the education muni bond landscape, are offering yields that are hard to resist. With a tax-equivalent yield of nearly 8% for those in the highest tax

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