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America’s third choice: The beliefs of RFK Jr.

Nicholas Kablak, Political Reporter April 24, 2024

The American 2024 presidential election is proving to be unlike any other in the nation's history. One reason for this unusualness is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. — an Independent candidate for president who...

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War on the horizon: Iran strikes Israel

Nicholas Kablak, Political Reporter April 24, 2024

Iran has recently launched hundreds of drones and missiles into Israeli territory after Israel bombed Iran's embassy in Damascus, Syria. This turn of events marks a turning point in the feud between Iran...

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The Vatican rejects gender-affirming surgery and surrogacy

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor April 17, 2024

On Monday, April 8, 2024, the Catholic Church issued a document stating the church’s view on gender. The statement reaffirmed its strong opposition to gender-affirming surgery and gender theory.  The...

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Budget breakdown: Does OU’s Student Congress really need more money?

Nicholas Kablak, Political Reporter April 17, 2024

The Oakland University Student Congress (OUSC) has recently concluded its elections for the next year. This event has brought the organization's budget to the forefront and is drawing questions that the...

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Student advocacy or self-interest? OUSC scholarships under scrutiny

Nicholas Kablak and Mallory Waligora April 17, 2024

Oakland University Student Congress (OUSC) is the official student government for Oakland University. They serve to advocate and represent the student body. However, questions surrounding OUSC’s budget...

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OU Student Congress bill to help fund Club Sports gets tabled

Noah Francis, Features Editor April 10, 2024

For many of the organizations at Oakland University to function properly, funding will always be an essential factor, and the Student Activity Fee (SAF) is OU’s main way of funding all student organizations.  The...

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Rise of empires: France and Russia in West Africa amid the Ukraine war

Nicholas Kablak, Political Reporter April 10, 2024

The string of recent military coups in West Africa over the last few years has caused the region to become engrossed in competition between France and Russia. The two European powers' struggle in the region...

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Garcia-Brumer slate takes it all: OUSC election

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor April 10, 2024

Oakland University Student Congress (OUSC), announced its election results for the upcoming academic year. The presidential election was fierce and rigorous, with the Kobus slate facing head-to-head with...

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Democratic tyrants: Legal cases and decisions against Biden and Trump

Nicholas Kablak, Political Reporter April 10, 2024

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump accuse one another of anti-democratic actions and paint a picture of doomsday where the other candidate will be the end of the republic. Serious accusations...

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The U.N. Security Council passes a Gaza ceasefire resolution

Nicholas Kablak, Political Reporter April 3, 2024

With the war in Gaza raging on, the U.N. Security Council voted for a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire, and for all hostages to be released. The resolution calls into question the moral implications...

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ISIS-K linked to Moscow bombing

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor April 3, 2024

On Friday, March 22, four gunmen attacked the Crocus City Hall in Moscow, Russia. The attack killed at least 139, with the death toll continuing to rise after the attack. The four suspects have been...

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What to know about the DOJ’s antitrust lawsuit against Apple

Nicholas Kablak, Political Reporter April 3, 2024

The U.S. Department of Justice is suing tech company Apple for alleged market exclusionary actions, and breaking federal antitrust laws. The lawsuit could bring big changes to the tech industry. It also...

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