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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

Why QAnon’s Influence Lives On

Ever since its peak in 2020, the once-prominent conspiracy theory QAnon has faded from public view. But don't be fooled—its beliefs are still alive and well, quietly infiltrating our political discourse. Jesselyn Cook, a journalist and Harvard University fellow, explains that the extreme ideas of QA

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

Voting Rumors: How Social Media Spreads Election Myths

In the final days before a big election, false information about voting is swirling around social media. These lies, spread by people like former President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk, are making many voters doubt if elections are fair. Some voters believe non-citizens are voting, or

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

The Shocking Truth Behind the Black Insurrectionist

You might expect the person behind a major social media account spreading election conspiracies to be exactly who they claim to be. But that's not the case with "Black Insurrectionist". This influential account, with over 300, 000 followers, was actually run by a white man from upstate New York. Thi

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Oct 26 2024CELEBRITIES

Rapper Lil Durk Arrested: A Web of Revenge and Violence

Grammy-winning rapper Lil Durk, real name Durk Banks, was recently arrested in Florida on serious federal charges. The 32-year-old is accused of hiring a hit on rapper Quando Rondo, which tragically ended in the death of Rondo's cousin, Saviyah Robinson. Durk's rap collective, "Only the Family" (OTF

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Foreign Powers Ramp Up Election Meddling

As the U. S. election heats up, foreign countries like Russia, China, and Iran are getting more active. Microsoft's report warns that Russian operatives are spreading fake videos to hurt Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign. Meanwhile, China is targeting candidates who criticize them, and Iran is

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Oct 25 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Destiny 2 Players' Loot Luck: Conspiracy Theories and Bungie's Response

In the latest Destiny 2 dungeon, Vesper's Host, players can't craft perfect versions of the guns they want. Instead, they must rely on random loot drops, which hasn't been popular. Some players even think the game is rigged, creating wild theories about unfair drop rates. Bungie stepped in, saying t

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Oct 25 2024CELEBRITIES

Shakira’s Music: A Journey Through Healing After Divorce

Colombian singer Shakira recently opened up about her divorce from former soccer star Gerard Piqué. She shared that her latest album, "Women No Longer Cry, " helped her cope with the emotional turmoil. Shakira admitted it was tough to pour her feelings into her music, but it became her healing proce

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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

Iran's Power in the Middle East: What's Next After Israel's Victories?

In the past few weeks, Israel has dealt big blows to Iran's proxies, Hezbollah and Hamas. This has weakened Iran's grip on the region. The U. S. election is coming up, and how America handles this situation could change things greatly. Israel wants to strike back at Iran, but the U. S. has its own p

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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

Iran and Russia: Friends in Need, or Just in War?

Iran has been Russia's ally during the Ukraine war. Now, Iran faces pressure from Israel. Will Russia step up and help? Analysts think so, but to what extent is uncertain. Russia can't just jump into a fight with Israel. It's already busy in Ukraine. Iran and Russia have been trading weapons. But no

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Oct 23 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Strange Case of Ed Gein and His Impact on Horror Movies

Ed Gein, a Wisconsin native, is a name not widely known, but his story has left a lasting impact on the horror genre. Born in 1906, Gein's crimes, committed mostly in the 1950s, are infamous for their bizarre and disturbing nature. He is believed to have killed two people, exhuming bodies to create

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