CRITICISM

Jan 04 2025CELEBRITIES

Meghan Markle’s New Netflix Show: Love, Laughter, and Lifestyle

Meghan Markle, known as the Duchess of Sussex, has just announced a new Netflix series called "With Love, Meghan. " A sneak peek showed her doing everything from making fancy ice cubes to chatting with celebrity pals like Mindy Kaling and her husband, Prince Harry. The show is all about mixing fun c

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Jan 03 2025CELEBRITIES

Meghan Markle’s New Netflix Show Draws Criticism for Ignoring Real-World Issues

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, recently announced her new Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, on Instagram. While she expressed excitement about the show, not everyone was thrilled. Some royal fans took to social media to voice their discontent, labeling the series as “terrible” and “tone-deaf

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Dec 29 2024CELEBRITIES

Beyoncé's Mom Fires Back at Halftime Show Critics

Beyoncé's mom, Tina Knowles, has stepped up to defend her daughter after some people criticized her recent halftime show. The show, part of the Houston Texans-Baltimore Ravens game, was streamed live on Netflix and reached over 27 million viewers. Tina shared a fan's post on Instagram, pointing out

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Dec 29 2024SCIENCE

Magnetic Semiconductors: A Fresh Look at Spin Wave Theory

Recently, there's been a hiccup in our understanding of magnetic semiconductors. A particular theory, known as the self-consistent spin wave theory, didn't quite hit the mark when it came to explaining these materials at low temperatures or near their critical temperature (T_c). Scientists J. K"onig

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Dec 24 2024POLITICS

Supporters in Matt Gaetz's Old District Stand by Him Despite New Allegations

In the wake of new allegations against Congressman Matt Gaetz, some supporters in his former Florida district are backing him up. Sandra L. Atkinson, a former Republican Party chair from Okaloosa County, called Gaetz a "darn good congressman" and said he never let critics, whom she referred to as "h

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Dec 23 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Movies of 2024: Big Screens and Big Dreams

In the annual Movie Club of Slate, film critics chatted about the year’s cinematic hits. Critic Dana Stevens, along with Bilge Ebiri, K. Austin Collins, Alison Willmore, and Odie Henderson, discussed the films that turned heads in 2024. Dana compared film criticism to embroidery on Kleenex, but beli

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Dec 21 2024RELIGION

Pope Skips Outdoor Service Due to Cold, Busy Week Ahead

Pope Francis is under the weather with a cold, causing him to skip his usual outdoor Sunday blessing. The Vatican announced this change due to the chilly temperatures and the Pope's packed schedule for the upcoming Christmas celebrations. At 88, Pope Francis has had a history of health issues, inclu

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Dec 19 2024SPORTS

Wrestler A. J. Ferrari's Comeback: A Story of Controversy and Dominance

The 2024-25 NCAA wrestling season has been full of excitement. One wrestler making waves is A. J. Ferrari, who won the NCAA championship with Oklahoma State University back in 2021. His return to the mat has been impressive, but not everyone is cheering. A well-known sports broadcaster, Shane Sparks

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Trump Criticizes Biden's Weapon Decision for Ukraine

Former President Donald Trump has recently spoken out against President Joe Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to use U. S. weapons to strike deeper into Russian territory. Trump labeled the move as "stupid" and expressed frustration that his incoming administration wasn't consulted before the decisi

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Dec 18 2024SPORTS

NBA Fans Divided Over Inside the NBA's Critical Approach

Last week, Shaquille O'Neal made a bold statement during the NBA Cup quarterfinals, saying, "They watch us. " Charles Barkley and the crew at ESPN have often explained why fans love Inside the NBA, and fans themselves have made it clear to NBA Commissioner Adam Silver that they won't watch the NBA w

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