Yearly Archives: 2025

Minnesota Fringe Festival 2025: “The Chronicles of Mordor” – Cherry and Spoon

The summary presents a creative interpretation of the entire “Lord of the Rings” trilogy through the lens of the music from “The Book of Mormon.” This unique blend takes the epic fantasy narrative of J.R.R. Tolkien and infuses it with the comedic and satirical style of the Broadway musical. When …

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Exploring the ‘Nice and Nasty’ Dog Fighting Operation of Ex-NFL Player LeShon Johnson

Ex-NFL player LeShon Johnson was implicated in a substantial dog-fighting operation, which resulted in the largest seizure of dogs recorded in a federal case. Authorities discovered numerous dogs on his property, highlighting a disturbing case that underscores the ongoing issue of illegal dog fighting in the United States. Johnson, a …

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Akbash Livestock Guardian Dogs Featured in Webinar on August 21 – AgriLife Today

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is organizing a webinar focused on the Akbash Livestock Guardian Dog breed, scheduled for August 21. This event aims to educate participants about the characteristics, benefits, and training of the Akbash dogs, which are known for their protective instincts towards livestock. The webinar will …

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35 Albums from 1990: Day 35 – Prepare to Get Groovin’

“Gonna Make You Sweat,” released on December 18, 1990, by C+C Music Factory, transformed the music scene with its blend of dance, house, and hip-hop. Crafted by producers Robert Clivillés and David Cole, the album dominated the early ’90s, making dance floors a lively cultural hub. Featuring powerhouse vocals from …

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From Analog to Digital and Then Back

Before the internet transformed our lives, analog pastimes like creating mixtapes, doing crossword puzzles on newspapers, and sharing worn books defined our leisure. Although these activities still exist, the entertainment landscape is now characterized by rapid consumption. Listening to music has become as simple as clicking an app, yet a …

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Radical 80s Bedrooms: Expanded Collection

In this piece, the author reflects on the nostalgic pop culture elements found in Josh Baskin’s bedroom from the 1988 film Big. Celebrating the film’s richness in 80s memorabilia, the author highlights various toys and items that filled Josh’s room, such as a Galoob Power Machines Flex, Bravestarr Stratocoach, G.I. …

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When Government Leaders Glorify Violence, Christians Should Advocate for Genuine Justice

America is urgently in need of moral clarity and principled leadership, highlighted by a recent incident in Cincinnati where a city council member celebrated a brutal assault, stating that the victims “begged for that beatdown.” Such rhetoric exacerbates community divisions and violence rather than healing them. For believers, this moment …

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