LEADERSHIP

Oct 22 2025SPORTS

The Citadel: A Rising Force in the SoCon

The Citadel's football team is making waves in the Southern Conference, and their recent game against Western Carolina shows just how far they've come. Sure, they lost 45-38, but that score doesn't tell the whole story. The Bulldogs are no longer the same team they were three years ago when they went winless. Now, they're a squad with heart, resilience, and a clear d...

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Oct 22 2025POLITICS

NASA's Leadership Shake-Up: A Clash of Titans

The space community is buzzing with drama as Elon Musk and NASA's interim chief, Sean Duffy, trade barbs. It all started when Duffy publicly criticized SpaceX's progress on the lunar lander, praising Blue Origin instead. This didn't sit well with Musk, who fired back with a personal attack, calling Duffy "Sean Dummy" and accusing him of trying to sabotage NASA. Behi...

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Oct 22 2025POLITICS

Who's in Charge Here? Republicans Clash Over Shutdown Strategy

The government shutdown is dragging on, and Republicans are starting to question their strategy. Some want President Trump to step in and negotiate with Democrats, but others are sticking to their guns, refusing to budge until the shutdown ends. Senators like Tommy Tuberville and Jim Justice believe Trump's involvement could break the deadlock. They think he has the...

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Oct 22 2025SCIENCE

A Clash of Titans: Who's Steering NASA's Future?

In a surprising turn of events, the U. S. space program found itself in the middle of a public feud. The current head of NASA, Sean Duffy, and tech mogul Elon Musk exchanged sharp words online. This happened after Duffy suggested that other companies should compete with Musk's SpaceX for a moon landing mission. The disagreement became public when Musk reacted to rep...

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Oct 21 2025POLITICS

Karine Jean-Pierre's Honest Look at the Democratic Party's Struggles

Karine Jean-Pierre, who once served as the White House press secretary under President Joe Biden, has shared her thoughts on the Democratic Party's recent challenges. In her memoir, she talks about her decision to leave the party and become an independent. She believes the Democrats did not support Biden enough, especially after the 2024 presidential debate. This deb...

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Oct 21 2025EDUCATION

Maine's Labor Chief Joins Elite Group to Shape Future Workforce

Laura Fortman, Maine's Commissioner of Labor, has been chosen for the American Swiss Foundation's 2025 Innovation Fellows program. This group brings together leaders from the U. S. and Switzerland to discuss workforce development and labor innovation. The program kicked off with a forum at Harvard's Graduate School of Education. Here, Fortman and other state labor l...

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Oct 20 2025HEALTH

New Faces in Medicine: A Look at the Latest NAM Members

The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) has just welcomed 100 new members, a mix of 90 regular and 10 international members. These new additions are recognized for their outstanding achievements and commitment to service in the fields of health and medicine. The NAM is known for its rigorous selection process, which ensures that its members are leaders in their respe...

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Oct 20 2025EDUCATION

The Citadel's Bold Move: A New School for Future Leaders

The Citadel, a well-known institution, is making a big change. They are building a new school focused on leadership and ethics. This isn't just any school; it's a place where students will learn to make tough decisions using real-world scenarios. The new Krause School of Leadership and Ethics will combine two existing programs. It will have a special lab where stude...

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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

Taiwan's Opposition Leader Gets a Message from China's President

China's leader, Xi Jinping, sent a note to the new head of Taiwan's opposition party, Cheng Li-wun. He talked about bringing Taiwan and China closer together. This is a big deal because Taiwan and China don't always get along. China sees Taiwan as part of its territory, but Taiwan disagrees. Cheng is the new leader of the Kuomintang (KMT) party. This party usually l...

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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

Taiwan's Opposition Party Picks New Leader Amid China Tensions

Taiwan's Nationalist Party, or KMT, has a new leader. Cheng Li-wun, a former lawmaker, won the election. She beat five other candidates, including former Taipei Mayor Hau Lung-bin. Cheng is the second woman to lead the party. She promised to change the KMT from "sheep" to "lions. " Cheng's win comes at a tense time. Some people say China tried to influence the elect...

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