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Sep 13 2024POLITICS

"Border Crisis: The Devil's in the Details"

As the news of a suspected Venezuelan gang member's violent-crime spree in a small Wisconsin town spreads, the eerie feeling of being "terrified" is palpable. But is it really surprising? The Biden-Harris administration's open-border policies have created a perfect storm, allowing millions of illega

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Sep 13 2024SPORTS

"Floyd Mayweather's Sweet Revenge: The 13-Year-Old Debate Settled"

The infamous fight between Floyd Mayweather and Victor Ortiz in 2011 is a topic that still sparks debate among boxing enthusiasts. Mayweather clinched Ortiz's WBC welterweight title on September 17, 2011, at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, but the victory was shrouded in controversy. Ortiz's headbutt le

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Sep 13 2024OPINION

Dinklage Stands By Game of Thrones Finale: "You Don't Have to Agree with Me"

Peter Dinklage, the actor behind Tyrion Lannister, has doubled down on his support for the Game of Thrones series finale, despite its highly divisive reception. In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, Dinklage reaffirmed his positive feelings towards the conclusion, stating that he wasn't looking

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Sep 13 2024SPORTS

WNBA Commissioner Misses the Layup: A Critical Look at Women's Sports

Women's sports have made tremendous progress in recent years, with growing investment, expansion, and fan interest. However, a recent statement by WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert highlights the challenges still faced by women in sports. Engelbert's response to a question about racism and misogyny

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Sep 12 2024HEALTH

Sterilization on the Rise: A Permanent Solution to Unplanned Pregnancies?

When the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, women across the US faced a stark reality: their reproductive rights had been stripped away. Amidst the chaos, some researchers have found a surprising trend: more women are choosing to get sterilized. Specifically, a study published in JAMA found that

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Sep 12 2024BIOGRAPHY

Unpacking the Apprentice: A Closer Look at the Cast and Characters

The Apprentice, a biopic about Donald Trump's rise to prominence in the real estate business during the 1970s and 1980s, has finally arrived in theaters. But what can we expect from this film? Let's take a closer look at the impressive cast and characters that bring this story to life. Sebastian St

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Sep 12 2024LIFESTYLE

What's Your Favorite Hispanic-Owned Business in Greater Boston? Let's Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

As we dive into Hispanic Heritage Month we're taking a moment to acknowledge the significant contributions Latin Americans have made to Boston's cultural landscape But we want to go beyond just celebrating – we want to support these incredible businesses and organizations that make our city a vibra

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

A Stopgap Measure in Jeopardy: What's Behind the Speaker's Changed Tack?

What appeared as a done deal just days ago is now up in the air. Speaker Mike Johnson's stopgap bill, which combined a six-month continuing resolution with a contentious bill requiring proof of citizenship to vote, is off the table - at least for now. But what really happened behind the scenes? T

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Sep 12 2024FINANCE

Election 2023: BC Businesses Demand a Clear Economic Vision

A province where the cost of doing business is so high that it's become a major obstacle to growth. Where government deficits are so large that they're causing uncertainty and making it difficult for businesses to plan for the future. Where public safety is a concern, and acute labour shortages are

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Sep 12 2024OPINION

The Silent Censor: How Free Speech is Being Chipped Away by Tech, Media, and Politics

Imagine living in a world where the ability to express your thoughts and opinions is slowly being eroded away. It's not a reality from a dystopian novel, but our current reality. The erosion of free speech is happening, and it's not a single, dramatic event, but rather a thousand tiny cuts. From th

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