China Censors “Friends” for “Unhealthy” Content

Friends was one of the most popular TV programs of the late 1990s and early 2000s. It remains a fan favorite years later, but the show looks a little different for Chinese viewers. China censors some Friends episodes to remove anything the government deems immoral or vulgar. The meaning of those words differs significantly in China than in the US. For the Chinese censors, it means removing or altering scenes showing content such as underage …

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The Left Divided Over the Next Supreme Court Justice

Following Justice Stephen Breyer’s announcement that he will retire this year, a whirlwind of activity began within the Democratic Party to find a nominee. President Joe Biden promised to fill the vacancy with a black woman, but not everyone agrees on who that should be, especially when it comes to one particular candidate. A Potential Candidate The Biden administration has openly said the president is considering Michelle Childs, a judge from South Carolina. House Majority …

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Capitol Police Caught Spying on Republicans

Police officers are never above the law. Even when it is the law enforcement officers in charge of maintaining order at the nation’s capital. Some questionable actions by the US Capitol Police (USCP) have them under a microscope and facing accusations of illegal activity. An Investigation Opens The Inspector General (IG) of the USCP began an investigation into Capitol Police after accusations emerged that they have been spying on Republican members of Congress. The alleged …

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Pope Francis Supports Wealth Taxes

One might be hard-pressed to refer to the Catholic Church’s governmental model over the last millennium as capitalist. Among most Catholic bishops and priests, there has always been a focus on helping the poor and underserved. In modern-day Italy, the tax system is highly progressive. The more money one makes, the more one is taxed by the government. On Monday, January 31, Pope Francis met with Italy’s internal revenue service representatives. He praised them for …

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