New Ruleset Shakes Up Competitive Pokémon
(Image via The Pokémon Company) Staff Writer: Brian Galindo Email: bgalindo@umassd.edu Pokémon is a topic that needs no introduction. Competitive Pokémon is one way that the very popular game franchise is played. Though it is not a particularly famous aspect of the game franchise, talking about the competitive format shows the different ways one can play. Every generation of Pokémon has a unique set of … Continue reading New Ruleset Shakes Up Competitive Pokémon
CEO Faces Backlash for Mass Firing After Viral Reddit Post
Baldvin Oddsson, CEO of The Musician’s Club, faced backlash after allegedly firing 99 employees via a sudden Slack message for missing a meeting. The incident raises concerns over communication, leadership ethics, and the treatment of interns and freelancers within startups. Continue reading CEO Faces Backlash for Mass Firing After Viral Reddit Post
Americans Criticize President Biden’s Pardon of His Son
On December 1st, President Biden announced a pardon for his son Hunter, facing backlash for contradicting previous promises and allegations of political motivations, sparking debates about justice and political interference amid ongoing legal challenges. Continue reading Americans Criticize President Biden’s Pardon of His Son
27 Years Later
Tamara Tignor’s 1997 murder remained unsolved for 27 years until advancements in DNA technology identified Robert A. Creter as the suspect, leading to his arrest and providing her family the long-awaited closure and justice. Continue reading 27 Years Later
The Rise of Hatred in the World
The FBI is investigating a series of racist text messages targeting Black Americans, LGBTQIA+, and Hispanic communities, coinciding with Donald Trump’s election announcement. Incidents of public racism also rose, sparking discussions on societal progress and the persistence of hate in modern times. Continue reading The Rise of Hatred in the World
Florida Woman Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murder for Zipping Her Boyfriend in a Suitcase
Sarah Boone was convicted of second-degree murder for suffocating her boyfriend, Jorge Torres, inside a suitcase during a game. Despite a history of domestic violence, she rejected a plea deal and received a life sentence. Continue reading Florida Woman Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murder for Zipping Her Boyfriend in a Suitcase
Emergence
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Cain’s Bug
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Monster in the House Part 2
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Monster in the House Part 1
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