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Sep 23 2025OPINION

Judges and Crime: What's at Stake in the Upcoming Election?

A recent case has put a spotlight on the city's judicial system and the impact of mayoral appointments. Cornell Neilly, known as the "Burberry Bandit, " is a repeat offender with 34 prior arrests. He was recently caught robbing five more banks while on parole for a previous bank robbery. Despite thi

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Sep 19 2025POLITICS

Free Speech Takes a Hit: Media's Bow to Political Pressure

In the past, Donald Trump's attempts to control the media were largely unsuccessful. He criticized journalists and encouraged his followers to distrust the press, but the media largely stood their ground. However, things have changed. His recent efforts to muzzle the media are proving more effective

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Sep 18 2025POLITICS

Media Giants Back Down: Was It Fear or a Deal?

House Democrats are upset. They think media companies showed weakness. ABC pulled Jimmy Kimmel's show. This happened after FCC Chairman Brendan Carr made threats. Democrats say Carr abused his power. They think media companies might have made a secret deal. Democrats say Carr bullied ABC. They want

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Sep 17 2025BUSINESS

Lachlan Murdoch: The Media Heir Apparent Faces a Digital Dilemma

Lachlan Murdoch is now at the helm of a media empire that his father, Rupert, built from the ground up. This empire includes Fox Corp. , which is home to Fox News, Fox Broadcasting, and Fox Sports. These divisions are the main sources of profit for the Murdoch family business. Newspapers are not La

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Sep 14 2025POLITICS

The Controversial Legacy of Charlie Kirk

Charlie Kirk, a well-known conservative figure, was tragically killed during a university event in Utah. Before his death, he was engaged in a heated discussion about transgender individuals and mass shootings. Kirk's response to a question about transgender mass shooters was "Too many, " a statemen

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Sep 13 2025POLITICS

Speak Up: Honoring Charlie Kirk's Legacy

Charlie Kirk was a man who never backed down from a conversation. He believed in the power of words to challenge lies and inspire change. His message was clear: when the world tries to silence you, that's when you need to speak up the most. Many people today think that staying quiet is the best way

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Sep 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

How AI is Changing the Way We Talk

People are starting to sound like AI. This is what some experts are saying. Sam Altman, a big name in tech, noticed it first. He saw that many online discussions seemed too perfect. Almost like they were written by a machine. He thinks this is because of a few things. First, real people are picking

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Sep 06 2025EDUCATION

Where Are Your School Fees Really Going?

Big teacher groups are spending a lot of money. The American Federation of Teachers and the National Education Association have put nearly 100 million dollars into various projects. A group called Defending Education is questioning where this money is really going. Erika Sanzi, who leads outreach f

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Sep 05 2025LIFESTYLE

The Man Who Dressed the World: Giorgio Armani's Legacy

Giorgio Armani, a name that once stood for high-end fashion, passed away at 91. His journey from a poor upbringing to a billion-dollar empire is quite remarkable. As a kid, his mom sewed his clothes, but he always stood out. He loved early 1900s designers, artists, and architects, which later influe

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Aug 31 2025POLITICS

Science Under Siege: A Modern Dilemma

The United States, a country known for its scientific advancements, is currently facing a challenge. The current administration, led by President Trump, has been making moves that affect the scientific community. These actions include removing key figures, reducing research teams, and proposing sign

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