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Clinton vs. Trump: First Presidental Debate
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The first presidential debate saw both candidates spar over issues regarding jobs, race, security, and personal scandals. Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, and Donald Trump’s first debate was the most …
Nick Hillary Verdict: Not Guilty
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On Wednesday morning, police cruisers and news trucks filled the streets of downtown Canton anticipating the announcement of the verdict of Oral “Nick” Hillary, SLU ‘00. Hillary was charged with the 2011 murder of 11-year…
First Year Program and Community Based Learning Relocate Offices to 11 Hillside Drive
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It is official: this fall, the First Year Program (FYP), Community Based Learning (CBL), and Caribbean and Latin American Studies offices have moved! Their new location is at 11 Hillside Drive, which is located…
Verdict Reached in Tense Nick Hillary Trial
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In the most recent development in the Oral Nicholas Hillary case, Judge Felix Catena deemed the defendant “not guilty” of the 2011 murder of twelve-year-old Garrett Phillips. NCPR reports that, after the ruling,…
Outside The Bubble: Spain Marks Eight Months Without Government
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Since December of last year, Spain has dealt with an ongoing stalemate in their political system. In last year’s elections, a new parliament was voted in that resulted in neither major party winning a majority of…
9/11 Bill Faces President’s Veto
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Today, President Obama is expected to veto a piece of legislation that would enable the families of 9/11 victims to sue the kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The president faced increased pressure from families to pass the…
Outside The Bubble: This Week’s Issue: North Korea Recieves Post-Typhoon Aid
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Despite antagonizing the international community with a fifth missile test this week, North Korea has begun receiving aid for what they say is the “heaviest downpour” since 1945, which has caused massive flooding, per CNN.…
Nick Hillary Trial Updates: Jury’s Out, Testimonies, a New Witness
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Last Thursday, Oral “Nick” Hillary St. Lawrence ’00 shocked the North Country by choosing to waive his right to a trial by jury, also known as a bench trial. This was done despite pleas by Onondaga County District…