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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Trump's Divine Right: A Dangerous Gospel of Violence and Extremism

At the Republican National Convention, Donald Trump was presented not just as a political leader, but as a divinely ordained warrior. This dangerous narrative, fueled by Christian nationalist rhetoric, positions Trump as a chosen figure battling against a demonic enemy. But is this a genuine expre

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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

TikTok's Troubling Ties: Is Your Data Safe?

The Justice Department has dropped a bombshell accusation against TikTok and its parent company ByteDance. They claim that these Chinese tech giants have been secretly gathering bulk data on American users based on their views on sensitive topics like abortion, gun control, and religion. This revela

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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

TikTok's Troubled Dance: Data, Divisiveness, and Democracy

The Justice Department is throwing shade at TikTok, accusing it of being a bit too cozy with its parent company in Beijing. They say TikTok used an internal system called Lark to share US user data, including views on hot-button issues like abortion and gun control, with ByteDance employees in Chin

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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

TikTok and the Data Minefield: Is Your Privacy at Risk?

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is accusing TikTok of a serious breach: secretly collecting American users' views on hot-button issues like abortion, guns, and religion. This data, the DOJ claims, is then sent back to TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, in Beijing. The DOJ claims that TikTok

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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

The Great TikTok Debate: Data, Divide and Chinese Influence

Is TikTok a threat to American democracy? That's the question at the heart of a heated legal battle between the US government and the wildly popular video-sharing app. The Justice Department alleges that TikTok has been secretly collecting sensitive data on users' views about hot-button issues like

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Sep 06 2024SPORTS

Kingsley Suamataia: The Unsung Samoan Sensation Ready to Rumble

Born and raised in Orem, Utah with roots tracing back to his mother's hometown of Laie, Hawaii, Chiefs rookie offensive tackle Kingsley Suamataia may not be a household name yet, but he's determined to change that. With limited game time at Oregon and stellar performances at BYU, this Samoan-America

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

135 Nicaraguans Freed: A Victory or a Political Pawn?

The US government celebrated the release of 135 Nicaraguan political prisoners, now in Guatemala seeking refuge in other countries. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan called it a humanitarian victory, emphasizing that no one should be jailed for peacefully expressing themselves. But is this t

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Sep 06 2024OPINION

Hamas' Barbarism on Display: The Murder of Israeli Hostages

Hamas has once again shown the world its true colors with the brutal murder of six Israeli hostages, including a U.S. citizen. This horrific act is just another reminder that this terrorist group remains one of the most immoral, illegal and barbaric armed organizations on Earth. War is inherently

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Iran on the Brink:Military Action or a Dangerous Game of Chicken?

Is Iran on the verge of becoming a nuclear power, and should the West consider military action to prevent it? This article argues that Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons poses a serious threat, but does it really present a clear and present danger? Let's break down the arguments and consider some to

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Hold the Sponsors, Not Israel: A Critical Look at the Gaza Hostage Crisis

The world watched in horror as six hostages, including American-Israeli Hersh Goldberg-Polin, were brutally executed by Hamas. This tragedy begs the question: Why is the international community seemingly more focused on pressuring Israel than holding Hamas accountable? Israel has repeatedly made co

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