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The battle of bills: Congress announces a shutdown

Sophia Curran, Political Editor October 8, 2025

On Sept. 30, the U.S. government announced a shutdown after it failed to reach an agreement with budgeting for this upcoming fiscal year. During a government shutdown, many federal workers are advised...

A poster for T4P, photo courtesy to togetherforpalestine.org

Together For Palestine: celebrities show their support for Palestinians

Matilde Rabajoli, Political Reporter October 8, 2025

On Sept, 17, Together For Palestine (T4P) helped fundraise money for Palestinians in Gaza at the OVO Wembley Arena in Wembley, England. The fundraising event was organized by Brian Eno, with Khalid...

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Breaking down Israel and the State of Palestine at the UN

Matilde Rabajoli, Political Reporter October 8, 2025

On Sept. 22, the United Nations met at the New York Headquarters for its 80th Session and its 80th year anniversary. Out of the 193 state members, the sovereign state of Israel is a full member. The...

Signs and protests occurring outside of Jimmy Kimmel's Hollywood Studio, photo courtesy to Reuters

Kimmel’s Comeback

Matilde Rabajoli, Political Reporter October 1, 2025

Jimmy Kimmel was 21st century ‘cancelled’ from the internet after discussing the death of Charlie Kirk on his show, “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” where he opened the night of Sep 15 with a monologue discussing...

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Europe and its growing solidarity to the State of Palestine

Matilde Rabajoli, Political Reporter October 1, 2025

Italian protests sprout from all ends of the country in support of the State of Palestine. On Sep 22, the country of Italy went on a full stop as streets became overshadowed by civilians, workers on...

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Michigan’s transgender youth faces a new set of challenges in gender-affirming care and rights

Sophia Curran, Political Editor September 24, 2025

On Sept. 4, Republicans in Michigan’s House of Representatives passed a proposal which would prohibit transgender students in K-12 schools and universities from being able to use the bathroom of their...

Singha Durbur in flames, photo courtesy to AFP/Getty Images

Nepali Parliament topples as protest erupt across the nation

Matilde Rabajoli, Political Reporter September 24, 2025

On Sept. 9, Nepalese citizens called its government to fix its issues regarding the exploitation of the impoverished and its growing control on the basic rights of citizens. However, protests across the...

From left, Sébastien Lecornu, France's defense minister; the country's president, Emmanuel Macron; and Mr. Bayrou in May

The French government loses a prime minister, again

Matilde Rabajoli, Political Reporter September 24, 2025

On Sept. 8, the French Prime Minister François Bayrou was voted out of office, and with him, he took the French government. The country of France holds a semi-presidential form of government. It holds...

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The Global Sumud Flotilla sets sail to Gaza

Matilde Rabajoli, Political Reporter September 17, 2025

The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) is a civil society initiative made up of various entities, including the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, the Global Movement for Gaza, Cinta Gaza Malaysia, Sumud Convoy, Coordination...

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Trump’s health status raises major concerns

Matilde Rabajoli, Political Reporter September 17, 2025

The beginning of September brought more than just back to school memes to students’ social media, rumors of President Trump's untimely death hit a peak across platforms. The hashtag of “Trumpdead”...

The caskets of Melissa and Mark Hortman. Photo courtesy to Minnesota Reformer

The new, violent era of American politics

Sophia Curran, Political Editor September 17, 2025

Commentator Charlie Kirk was on his “American Comeback Tour” at Utah Valley University when he was shot and killed by 22-year-old Tyler Robinson during one of his debates addressing gun violence. The...

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Over 1000 people gather for Charlie Kirk vigil at Elliott Tower

Maria Magnoli, Arts Reporter September 16, 2025

Yesterday, a large vigil took place on the Oakland University campus in remembrance of the conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, Charlie Kirk. The evening was hosted by student organizations,...

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