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Sep 10 2024POLITICS

Brown University: Divestment Battle or Campus Divide?

Brown University is embroiled in a heated controversy over a proposed divestment vote from companies with ties to Israel, sparking accusations of antisemitism and raising fundamental questions about the role of universities in political activism. Joseph Edelman, a prominent hedge fund manager and B

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Sep 10 2024POLITICS

Walz's $26 Tax Oversight: A Tale of Educational Travels and Communist Ties

Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential nominee, has a history of shady business dealings with China that raise serious questions about his judgment and loyalties. In 1998, Walz's for-profit company, Educational Travel Adventures Inc., was dissolved by Nebraska officials after he failed to pay ju

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Sep 08 2024OPINION

Is America Losing Its Soul? Americans Weigh an Exodus Over Political Fears

Americans are leaving their country due to anxieties about the political climate, not for adventure. The question is whether they are justified or overreacting. Thousands of readers responded to a New York Times survey expressing frustration, fear, and disappointment with American politics. Many are

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Feeding Frenzy: Did COVID Relief Funds Get Swindled?

A Minnesota nonprofit, Feeding Our Future (FOF), is in hot water, accused of siphoning off a whopping $250 million in taxpayer dollars meant for hungry children during the pandemic. Over 70 people linked to the group face federal charges, with five already convicted of fraud. Allegedly, they cooked

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Governor Walz Subpoenaed Over COVID Fraud Scandal: What's the Real Story?

Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) has found himself in hot water after being subpoenaed by House Republicans over his administration's handling of a massive fraud scheme involving a nonprofit called Feeding Our Future during the pandemic. The scandal has raised serious questions about oversight and accountabilit

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Sep 06 2024EDUCATION

Free Speech Triumph? The DOE vs. Maud Maron and the Price of Dissent

A New York federal judge recently ruled in favor of Maud Maron, a parent activist, in her dispute with Schools Chancellor David Banks.The judge declared Chancellor’s Regulation D-210, which Banks used to remove Maron from the Manhattan Community Education Council 2, unconstitutional. Maron was init

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Is Tim Walz Fit for the Veepstakes? A COVID Fraud Scandal Sparks Questions

Think of the biggest pandemic-era scam. No, not the toilet paper shortage. We're talking about a massive swindle that siphoned millions of dollars meant for feeding hungry kids. That's right, in Minnesota, a charity called Feeding Our Future, allegedly cooked up a scheme so audacious it involved ov

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Sep 06 2024SPORTS

Fantasy Football Week 1: Sleepers, Streamers, and One Shocking Prediction

Buckle up, fantasy football fanatics! The 2024 NFL season is about to kick off, and with it comes the eternal quest for the perfect lineup. This article dives into some surprising Week 1 predictions, highlighting potential sleepers and busts. But remember, fantasy football is a game of unpredictabil

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Sep 06 2024SPORTS

Emma Hayes' Vibe Transformation: How She's Reshaping the USWNT's Culture and Performance

Imagine a team that's been on a losing streak, their spirits crushed. Enter Emma Hayes, the new coach with a secret weapon - her infectious positive energy! Sophia Smith, one of the USWNT's star attackers, raves about how Hayes' vibe has completely transformed the team dynamics. Gone are the day

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Sep 06 2024EDUCATION

Columbia's Clash: Can Free Speech and Safety Co-Exist?

A new year, same tensions: Despite new leadership and promises of dialogue, students are already back on the picket lines, questioning whether the university truly understands their concerns. Some are even planning encampments, raising the question: is this a cycle that will repeat itself? Walking

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