Tag: 2021

Editorial, Features, Opinion

Analysis of the Interstate Highway Act

America used to be globally renowned for its usage of trains as a way of shipping, transporting goods, and public transportation. But in the last 60 years, America has become a global laughing stock for public transportation-specifically for their trains and for the long-term effects of the Interstate Highway Act (IHA). The IHA is the reason that America today has a comprehensive private transportation system … Continue reading Analysis of the Interstate Highway Act

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Editorial, Opinion

Apathy, The Name of The Game

Apathy has its root word in Apathes, meaning “without feeling.” Now, what can you correlate apathy with in modern society? Social media, politics, perhaps even news reporting? While I could agree with some of those words, one specific word I correlate apathy with is school. Schools in America are often lauded for their underperformance on the international level, both academically and financially. For a disproportionate … Continue reading Apathy, The Name of The Game

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International, News

China COVID-19 Lockdown force government to loosen restrictions

In China’s Xinjiang Province, protests have erupted in recent weeks over the Chinese government’s strict enforcement of its COVID-19 policies. Rumors began spreading after a fire in the capital city of the Xinjiang Province, Ürümqi, killed 10 Ürümqi residents and injured many more. Video of the fire captured by nearby residents of Ürümqi showed fire trucks appearing to be unable to reach the high-rise building … Continue reading China COVID-19 Lockdown force government to loosen restrictions

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News

6 Killed after Airshow Crash in Dallas

At the ‘Wings over Dallas’ Airshow Saturday over Dallas Executive Airport, in Dallas, Texas, two WWII-era aircraft collided mid aerobatic maneuver and crashed, killing all 6 of their crewmen. 5 crewmen were killed while piloting the WWII era B-17 Medium Bomber ‘Texas Raiders’, after a Bell P-63 ‘Kingcobra’ fighter aircraft (piloted by one crew member), crashed into the tail section of the B-17 while making … Continue reading 6 Killed after Airshow Crash in Dallas

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International, News

Russia abandons Kherson city, Ukraine Skeptical

Recently in Ukraine, the Russian government and armed forces announced that they would be withdrawing their armed forces to the East bank of the Dnipro river. Russian General Sergei Surovikin, who announced the withdrawal, cited multiple reasons for the withdrawal, including a worsening supply situation on the West bank of the Dnipro river, where Kherson is located. Kherson remains the only regional capital of a … Continue reading Russia abandons Kherson city, Ukraine Skeptical

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International, News

Russia secretly works on occupied NPP while accusing Ukraine of “Dirty Bomb” Plot

The defense minister of the Russian Federation, Sergei Shoigu, recently made several phone calls to the defense ministries of the United States (US), United Kingdom (UK), France, and Turkey; alleging that Ukraine was posed to launch a so-called “dirty bomb”. The UK, US, and France almost immediately denied the allegations, with the US Department of Defense stating on the allegations that “the United States rejects … Continue reading Russia secretly works on occupied NPP while accusing Ukraine of “Dirty Bomb” Plot

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International, News

Retired American Military Generals taking Arab Military Positions

A recent article by the Washington Post has revealed that around 500 former military generals, members, and officers from the American military have been taking up job offers from several Persian Gulf and North African countries, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The jobs have been related to consultation positions in several nations’ Ministries of Defense. The most well-known example is the … Continue reading Retired American Military Generals taking Arab Military Positions

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International, News

Ukraine Begins Southern Offensive around Kherson

Recently, the government of Ukraine under President Vlodymr Zelensky announced that their long-anticipated Southern Counter Offensive against Russian forces around the Kherson area had “begun in full force.’ Ukrainian forces were reportedly shelling Russian positions around Kherson and Chernihiv early yesterday morning, as they attempted to soften up Russian defensives around those specific regions before they began a frontal assault against Russian trenches. Russian forces … Continue reading Ukraine Begins Southern Offensive around Kherson

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International, News

Former Prime Minister of Australia Investigated by Government

The Prime Minister of Australia, recently elected Anthony Albanese, has opened an investigation into former government ministers who were present under the last Australian administration, which was led by Scott Morrison. Former PM Morrison had recently given himself several administrative positions within the Australian government between 2020-2021, without the knowledge of the (at that time) incoming Albanese Administration. This is a highly illegal act within … Continue reading Former Prime Minister of Australia Investigated by Government

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Lifestyle, Sports

The Largest Global Shoe Brands

Today, many people struggle to think of a company which they get most of their shoes from. Shoes are an important part of someone’s outfit and are becoming more of a necessity for people as they age, especially if they start working, for instance, in construction or a desk job in a nice office. Many different types of shoes exist – dress, sports, heels, boots, … Continue reading The Largest Global Shoe Brands

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