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Memphis International Auto Show Returns After Pandemic Shutdown The Memphis International Auto Show has made a comeback at the Renasant Convention Center. After being shut down for months due to the pandemic, the free event is back to give visitors a chance to see over a hundred cars on display. Visitors have the opportunity to check out vehicles from various …

The Importance of Understanding Legislation as a Beginner As a beginner, understanding legislation may seem daunting and complicated, but it’s essential to your success in many fields. Whether you’re studying law or starting a business, understanding how legislation works will help you navigate the legal world with ease. What is Legislation? The term legislation refers to the laws that have …

Learning to Embrace Differences: Respectful Ways to Understand Differing Political Opinions In life, diverse views and beliefs instil a sense of balance and broaden our perspective towards people or issues. However, rifts in political ideology can create tensions that usually result in a deterioration of social connections or interactions. Engaging with people with differing ideologies is becoming indispensable given the …

Marianne Williamson, who recently announced her bid for the 2024 presidential election as a Democratic candidate, discussed the role of love and spirituality in progressive politics at Yale on April 11. The Yale Political Union hosted Williamson for a conversation titled “A Conversation on Spirituality & Politics,” which was attended by around 300 students and community members, as well as …

Explore the Universe at the Abrams Planetarium in Michigan State University The Abrams Planetarium, located in the heart of Michigan State University’s campus, is an out-of-this-world experience dedicated to space education. Visitors can learn about astronomy, from ancient discoveries to modern innovations and telescopes. Dr. Shannon Schmoll, the director of the planetarium, says that the planetarium welcomes visitors with a …

English Language and Culture Courses for International Students Available at U of A This Summer Photo Submitted Students and instructors from a previous English Language and Culture course. International students at the University of Arkansas have the opportunity to enroll in English language and culture courses during the upcoming summer semesters. This program offers students a chance to improve their …

Navigating Diverse Political Perspectives in Today’s Society In today’s society, politics is a hot topic. Whether it’s on social media or in daily conversations, it seems that everyone has an opinion about the current political climate. As humans, we have a natural tendency to want to categorize and label things, including political views. However, it’s important to understand that our …

Exploring America’s Most Prestigious Address: Inside the Iconic White House If you ever find yourself wandering through the streets of Washington D.C., you cannot miss the striking presence of the White House – the official residence and workplace of the President of the United States. Nestled at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, the legendary White House serves as one of the …

Rishi Sunak on Hinduism and Downing Street 08.43 EDT Q: Hinduism is important to you. Do you have a shrine in Downing Street? Sunak says he has a Lord Ganesh. He says it is common for Hindus to offer a prayer to Lord Ganesh when they start a new job. He says he did this when he became chancellor, and when …

China Imposes Sanctions on Chair of US House Foreign Affairs Committee On Thursday, China’s foreign ministry announced that it would be imposing sanctions on Michael McCaul, chairman of the US House Foreign Affairs Committee. This move comes as a result of what Chinese officials are calling “interference” in the country’s domestic affairs and for McCaul’s recent visit to Taiwan. McCaul’s …