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Sep 10 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Wild Robot: Can an Animated Film Really Conquer Hearts?

Is The Wild Robot really the next Wall-E or Iron Giant? Critics are raving about this new DreamWorks animated feature based on Peter Brown's bestselling children's book. But can it truly capture the hearts of audiences like those beloved classics did? The film follows ROZZUM unit 7134, aka Roz (vo

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Sep 10 2024POLITICS

Trudeau's Tee Time: Canada's PM Swings into Presidential Cup History

Golf is a game that has captivated many, and for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, it seems to be his favorite pastime. His love for the sport has been quite apparent over the years, with him being spotted at various golf courses around Canada. One of his most memorable moments was when he v

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Sep 10 2024ENTERTAINMENT

TIFF 2024: Stars Shine Bright, But Are They Just Shallow Glitter?

As the Toronto International Film Festival kicked off in September, a dazzling array of celebrities graced its red carpets and portrait studios. From Brenda Song to Amy Adams, each starlet put their best foot forward to promote their latest cinematic endeavors. But as we gaze upon these glamorous im

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Sep 08 2024INTERNATIONAL

Gaza's Polio Crisis: A Race Against Time Amidst Chaos

As the death toll continues to rise in Gaza, a silent epidemic threatens to cripple an entire generation. The recent confirmation of Palestine's first polio case in 25 years has sent health officials into a frenzy, launching an ambitious nine-day vaccination campaign to prevent a large-scale outbre

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Sep 08 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Jennifer Lopez's Unstoppable Promotion: Revenge or Resilience?

In the aftermath of her highly publicized divorce from Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez took the Toronto International Film Festival by storm with her unwavering commitment to promoting their collaborative film project, 'Unstoppable.' As she graced the red carpet in a dazzling, side-slit gown, the media

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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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