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Jun 05 2026CRIME

Student Arrested Over Hate Flag at NYU Graduation

A man named Alexander Stepnowsky was taken into custody after a flag bearing two swastikas and a Star of David appeared over a building at New York University during graduation festivities. The flag was flown from the Steinhardt School, a campus building named after a wealthy donor who supported Jew

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Jun 05 2026EDUCATION

Prison Students Earn Degrees, Lower Re‑offense Rates

In a recent gathering in Lansing, leaders from Michigan’s correctional system and colleges shared how teaching inside prisons is changing lives. The event, hosted by a group that brings universities together for inmates, focused on ways to grow college courses in jails across the state. The confe

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Jun 05 2026OPINION

Why anti-Zionism is not just politics, but a double standard

Three years ago, a brutal attack on a music festival in southern Israel shocked the world. Over a thousand young people—many of them just enjoying a day off—were killed, kidnapped, or subjected to horrific violence. The attackers came from Gaza, a territory controlled by Hamas, a group that rejects

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Jun 05 2026POLITICS

Growth in South Carolina: Planning for a Sustainable Future

South Carolina’s Lowcountry is attracting new residents with its beaches, history, and lifestyle. This surge in popularity brings opportunities but also strains old roads and bridges built for smaller crowds. Without smart planning now, the very qualities that draw people here could fade over time.

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Jun 05 2026BUSINESS

Summerville explores a new plan to mix drinks with downtown walks

Summerville’s leaders want to turn part of the historic downtown into a spot where adults 21 and older can carry open alcoholic drinks outdoors. The idea is to help local shops and cafés by giving visitors more reasons to wander the sidewalks. Similar zones exist in other cities, and the town hopes

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Jun 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Modern movies are missing the magic, says Tarantino

Tarantino thinks movies used to be better. He used to love going to the cinema. Now he rarely enjoys new films. He says most modern movies feel empty and shallow. He calls them stupid and full of cheap tricks. He admits some films from the last few years are okay. But none truly excite him like movi

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Jun 04 2026POLITICS

Teen Study Finds Himself on Russian Ban List

Alex Browder is a 17‑year‑old student who was surprised when his name appeared on a Russian sanctions list. He discovered this while browsing news about cryptocurrency in his economics class. The Kremlin had banned him for writing a report that criticized Russian money laundering practices. The rep

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Jun 03 2026HEALTH

Medical trips for beauty fixes: the hidden dangers behind the savings

More Americans are crossing borders or hopping on domestic flights to fix noses, tummies, or breasts—often because prices back home seem too high. A fresh look at years of patient reports shows that every shortcut has a catch. Over a decade, clinics and hospitals handled 2, 100+ cases where traveler

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Jun 03 2026SPORTS

Gymnast comes out of retirement to raise money for two causes

One gymnast has decided to step back into the spotlight after walking away from the sport. Her return isn’t about winning medals—it’s about raising funds for two different charities. The athlete, who spent years training for the Olympics, had stepped back from gymnastics earlier. Now, she’s using he

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Jun 03 2026EDUCATION

Minnie Bruce Pratt: Influences and Impact Beyond Her Time

Minnie Bruce Pratt left a lasting mark on literature and social movements from 1946 until her passing in 2023. Though often remembered for her writing, her influence stretched further—into classrooms, activist circles, and public discussions about identity and justice. A special collection of work r

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