PUBLIC DEBATE

Oct 25 2025SPORTS

Tech Trouble and Tensions: A Clash Over Cell Service in Starkville

A recent online argument between a Texas journalist and a Barstool Sports host has turned heads, all over something as simple as cell phone reception. It all started when CJ Vogel, who reports on the Texas Longhorns, tweeted about the poor cell service in Starkville, Mississippi. He wasn't happy about it, saying that he couldn't get service even in the middle of a bu...

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Sep 14 2025POLITICS

Political Tensions Rise After Shooting of Conservative Figure

The recent shooting of prominent conservative activist Charlie Kirk has sparked intense political debate and finger-pointing. President Donald Trump has called for national unity but also blamed the incident on "radical left lunatics, " a claim that doesn't align with the known facts about the shooter. The shooter, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, comes from a family tha...

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Jan 11 2025CRIME

Bourbon Street's Safety Dilemma: Balancing Fun and Protection

New Orleans is grappling with a perennial question after a recent attack: How can Bourbon Street be made safe without losing its unique charm? The deadly truck attack has sparked debates about security measures, from banning cars to turning the area into a state park. Locals, like waiter Bryan Casey, argue that Bourbon Street should have been a pedestrian mall long a...

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Oct 19 2024POLITICS

Charles' Royal Visit: Australia's Mixed Feelings

King Charles III has stepped onto Australian soil, marking his first major overseas trip since becoming king and receiving treatment for cancer. This visit comes with a mix of emotions from the locals, as many don't share his deep affection for the country. Australia, once part of the British Empire, is now one of 14 nations outside the UK where Charles serves as the...

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