The Dead Internet Theory Enters Phase Two as Dark Patterns Emerge
With AI bots spamming social media, concerns of the impact of AI companionship on mental health begin to rise, making the
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Not a melting pot but a marketplace of cultures
The U.S. Constitution and capitalism act as the framework of a country where cultural identity isn’t unified but always shifting,
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Can America tough it through the tariffs?
The tariffs implemented by the Trump Administration are trying to repair America’s economy, but they’re not working sufficiently enough to
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Quiet on set but loud in the theatre
Internet memes are showing that people are looking for a unique and interactive experience at the movies. By Jake Boyette
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The unspoken language of friendship
What begins as a joke could be hiding something more meaningful, with some bonds being built by jabs and punchlines. By
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Remembering the human side of the Vietnam War
A new exhibit in Tacoma sheds light on the overlooked personal histories of Vietnam Veterans. By J.A. Aleman Many events
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Protecting the right to free speech in American universities
Threats to the 2024 pro-Palestinian college protestors should make us examine how free our free speech is. By Jake Boyette
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As much as AI improves we can’t trust AI news
With misinformation and AI on the rise, should AI ever be used in journalism? By Jake Boyette With AI still
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The privilege of picking up and starting over
Americans choosing life abroad might not be freedom but a retreat from what lies broken back at home. By J.A.
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Is Parenthood on the brink of extinction?
With global warming and climate change rising at record speeds, the desire to have kids has dropped drastically on our
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