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TL/DR - The University of Michigan (U-M) will launch its second five-year strategic plan, DEI 2.0, at this year's annual DEI Summit, which will coincide with the 50th anniversary of hip-hop and its intersection with critical race theory. The summit, titled “Truth Telling: The Kinship of Critical Race Theory and Hip-Hop,” will kick off with a…

TL/DR - Kari Lake, who is set to announce her bid for the Republican nomination, initiated a debate with U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego over social media on the subject of border security. The two continued their discussion at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, where Lake insisted on the necessity of finishing the border wall and criticized…

TL/DR - In 2006, a then-unknown 16-year-old Taylor Swift performed at Athens Drive High School to a small crowd of teenagers. The now-mega pop star arrived in a van with a small band, played a concert, and then left immediately afterward. Despite the low turnout and minimal fanfare, those who attended the show felt a unique connection to Swift,…

The Advantages of Pilates for Your Fitness Routine When it comes to enhancing your fitness routine, you might want to consider the benefits of Pilates. Reminiscent of yoga rather than traditional weight-lifting strength training, Pilates offers an alternative form of exercise. But it's not just for fitness enthusiasts - LPGA Tour players…