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The Unbearable Burden of Rent: When a Small Business Can't Keep Up

September 13, 2024

The news of yet another small business closure in Minnesota is nothing new. We've heard it all before - bankruptcy, lack of foot traffic, and the rise of remote work. But sometimes, it's the simplest reason that can be the most devastating: rent too high. For Chicago's Taste Authority, a beloved Chi

sports

Can Eberechi Eze's New Partner in Crime at Crystal Palace Unlock His Full Potential?

September 13, 2024

Eberechi Eze, the Nigerian midfielder, has been in top form for Crystal Palace this season, scoring against Chelsea and creating numerous chances for his teammates. However, despite his impressive performance, Eze's creativity has been limited by the lack of a quality striker to finish off his chanc

politics

Liberal Women in the Making: The Shift Towards a More Progressive Future

September 13, 2024

The recent Gallup study has revealed a significant trend among young women, who are increasingly identifying as liberal. In fact, around 4 in 10 women aged 18-29 now identify as liberal, a whopping 10% higher than in the early 2000s. This shift is most pronounced on issues like abortion, the environ

health

USDA Red Flags Galore: Listeria Outbreak Exposes Flaws in Food Safety Checks

September 12, 2024

In a stark reminder of the importance of robust food safety protocols, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) flagged several safety and health violations at a Boar's Head plant in Virginia two years before a listeria outbreak killed nine people and hospitalized dozens. The plant, which produces r

technology

Oracle's Surprising Comeback: Can Legacy Tech Still Compete?

September 12, 2024

Larry Ellison, the 80-year-old co-founder, chairman, and chief technology officer of Oracle, has been partying like it's 1999. Despite fellow legacy tech giants Intel and Cisco struggling to adapt to the AI-driven world, Oracle has emerged as the belle of the Wall Street ball. The company's cloud bu

opinion

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

September 12, 2024

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

politics

The Godfather of the Trumpist Right's Gender Politics: Unpacking Mansfield's Neopatriarchy Movement

September 12, 2024

Imagine a world where men and women are equal, but not the same. Harvey Mansfield, a renowned Harvard political theorist, wants to create. In his book, he argued that traditional gender norms are not just outdated, but dangerous. He believes men and women have different strengths and weaknesses, and

health

The Quest for a Stress-Free Poop: Queensland Health's 'Let it Out' Campaign

September 11, 2024

In a world where even the thought of doing a poo at work can be a source of anxiety, Queensland Health has taken the bold step of normalizing this 'taboo' act. Their latest social media campaign has gone viral for its humor and approachability. Queensland Health has taken the bold step of normalizi

health

The Recall That Got Away: Uncovering the Truth About Boar's Head Deli Meat

September 11, 2024

You might be surprised to find out that your favorite grocery store carried contaminated deli meat, linked to the largest listeria outbreak in over a decade. What if we told you that some of the biggest retailers in the country, including Target, Kroger, and Safeway, sold products contaminated with

politics

A Shift in Power: Corporate America's Calculus in the Wake of a Tied Presidential Election

September 11, 2024

Imagine a world where the results of the presidential election are still uncertain, and the stakes are higher than ever. Corporate America is hedging its bets, as the US Chamber and Business Roundtable draft 'what-if' scenarios for a potential Kamala Harris presidency. With billions at stake, contin