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Sep 28 2024OPINION

When Ignoring Climate Change is Not an Option

Decarbonization is no longer a distant dream, but a business imperative that requires immediate action. The recent Emissions Gap Report 2023 by the United Nations emphasized the urgent need for a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions to limit global warming to 2°C or 1.5°C above pre-indu

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Sep 28 2024OPINION

The Corruption of Power

As I watched the news unfold, I couldn't help but feel a mix of shock and validation. Eric Adams, the first sitting mayor in New York City's history to be indicted on federal corruption charges, had been accused of five counts of bribery, wire fraud, and solicitation of donations from foreign nation

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Sep 28 2024OPINION

The Rise and Fall of American Utopia

The idea of a utopian society has been a recurring theme throughout human history. From Thomas More's 16th-century concept of a perfect society to John Lennon's 1971 anthem "Imagine," people have dreamed of a world where everyone gets along, poverty and war are eradicated, and humanity lives in harm

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Sep 27 2024POLITICS

Can a Shift in Electoral Math Change the Course of the Election?

The election season is heating up, and the stakes are higher than ever. In a bid to gain an edge, President Donald Trump and his allies have been pushing for a change in how Nebraska allocates its electoral votes. But a key Republican state senator, Mike McDonnell, has put a roadblock in their path.

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Sep 27 2024POLITICS

The Generation Gap: Young Men's Views on the Election

As the presidential election inches closer, a growing concern has emerged among political observers: the disconnect between the views of young men and the rest of the electorate. A recent focus group of 15 men under the age of 30 from battleground states revealed that, for many, this election is all

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Sep 27 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A Regency-Era Ball Goes Awry: When Promises Fall Short

What was supposed to be a fairytale evening for "Bridgerton" fans in Detroit over the weekend devolved into chaos, with attendees complaining that the Regency-era ball had raw food, cheap decor and hardly any staff to help. The event, hosted by Uncle & Me LLC, promised an "evening of sophistication

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Sep 26 2024SCIENCE

NASA's Roadmap to the Future

The House of Representatives recently passed a NASA authorization bill, aimed at guiding the agency's human spaceflight and science programs. On a 366-21 vote, the NASA Reauthorization Act of 2024 cleared the House, exceeding the required threshold for approval. The bill is significant because it en

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Sep 26 2024SCIENCE

Space Exploration's New Frontier: NASA and South Korea Join Forces

NASA and South Korea's space agencies are teaming up to explore a previously uncharted region of deep space. This bold move marks a significant milestone in the history of space exploration, as the two nations look to push the boundaries of what is possible. For decades, NASA and other space agenci

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Sep 24 2024CRIME

Murderer of 10 Sentenced to Life in Prison, Victims' Families Seek Justice

In a devastating turn of events, a mentally ill man who killed 10 people at a Colorado supermarket in 2021 was sentenced to life in prison for murder. The victims' families, who had been waiting for justice for years, finally got their closure. The gunman, Ahmad Alissa, was found guilty of first-deg

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Sep 23 2024POLITICS

Putting Consumers First: A New Era for Accountability

In the era of increased awareness and scrutiny, it's no surprise that the role of a state attorney general has garnered more attention than ever before. As Colorado's attorney general, I'm proud to be carrying on a legacy of protecting consumers and standing up to Big Tech, just as Vice President Ka

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