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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 …

Western Special Forces in Ukraine One of the classified Pentagon documents, recently leaked online, revealed that almost 100 special forces from five Western nations were in Ukraine in February. While officials from the US and Europe had said previously that a few dozen commandos from some NATO countries were working inside Ukraine, this is the first time a number has …

The Pundit’s Picks for the Top 10 Political Editorials that Inform and Inspire Introduction As Americans, it is our responsibility to stay informed about the happenings of our country’s political landscape. With so many news sources at our disposal, it can be challenging to sift out the truth from the noise. One way to get an unbiased opinion and an …

West Virginia University Student Named 26th Truman Scholar Azeem Khan, a political science student with dual minors in business cybersecurity and philosophy at West Virginia University (WVU), has been awarded the 26th Truman Scholarship, the top graduate fellowship for aspiring public service leaders in the US. President Gordon Gee praised Khan’s “demonstrated commitment to public service” and “fierce passion for …