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Sep 12 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Love, Crime, and Redemption: The Wild Ride of Carolina Caroline

Weaving plays a young woman searching for her estranged mother Sedgwick alongside Gallner's charismatic con man on the run from the law.

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Sep 12 2024EDUCATION

The Affirmative Action Dilemma: Can Elite Universities Maintain Diversity Without Racial Preferences?

As the Supreme Court's ban on race-conscious affirmative action in college admissions takes effect, elite universities are grappling with the consequences. Harvard University, for instance, has reported a decline in Black freshman enrollment, from 18 percent to 14 percent. Experts are divided, with

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Sep 11 2024BUSINESS

New Beginnings and Farewells: Naperville's Business Landscape Shifts

Naperville's business scene is experiencing a mix of excitement and change as new establishments open their doors while others bid farewell. The Can, a spinoff of the beloved Pepe's Mexican Restaurant, has officially launched, bringing a new tavern experience to the community. Meanwhile, LL Fl

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Sep 11 2024FINANCE

Powering the Future: Why Utilities are the Hottest Sector in 2024

Imagine an industry that's not only stable but also surging in value. That's what's happening with utilities in 2024. With a 20% increase in value, this sector has become the darling of Wall Street. But why are investors flocking to utilities? One reason is the growing demand for data centers. These

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Sep 11 2024POLITICS

Honoring Heroes: A 9/11 Memorial at Collin College

Imagine being in the midst of chaos, with flames and debris surrounding you. That's what Gus Cabarcas, a retired New York Police Department sergeant, experienced on September 11, 2001. The 57-year-old spoke at an event at Collin College, where a memorial honoring the fallen first responders and o

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Sep 11 2024SPORTS

Canine Champion: Meet Floki, the 3-Year-Old Border Collie Mastering Footvolley

Imagine a 3-year-old dog, with a coat as black as coal and eyes as bright as the Brazilian sun, effortlessly mastering a game that even humans struggle to get a handle on. Meet Floki, the border collie who's taken the internet by storm with his impressive footvolley skills. So, what's footvolley? It

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Sep 11 2024SPORTS

Payton Thorne's Bitter Pill: Can Auburn's QB Lead His Team to Redemption?

Imagine being the quarterback of a team that's revered by fans only to have their trust shattered when they suffer a disappointing loss. This is the reality Payton Thorne faces after Auburn's dismal performance against California. Thorne's response to bettors demanding refunds was fiery, but did he

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Sep 10 2024OPINION

Campus Clashes: Is Religious Freedom Under Threat in America?

The United States prides itself on being a beacon of religious freedom, a right enshrined in the very foundation of its Constitution. But what happens when that freedom is challenged, not by foreign forces, but within our own borders? Recent events on college campuses across the country raise trou

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Sep 10 2024EDUCATION

Free Museum Fun: A Boost for BPS or a Missed Opportunity?

Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the continuation of BPS Sundays, a program offering free admission to six popular Boston museums and zoos for BPS students and their families. This extension, which will run through the end of the year, comes after a successful pilot program that saw over 36,000 stude

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Sep 10 2024SPORTS

Can Ty Simpson's EA Sports Rating Keep Up With His Rising Tide Performance?

Ty Simpson, Alabama's backup quarterback, recently burst onto the scene with a rushing touchdown against Western Kentucky, sparking excitement among fans. This begs the question: Does his EA Sports College Football 25 rating of 83 accurately reflect his potential? While impressive, is this score h

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