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Whitmer kidnapping plot must force local reflection

Lanthorn Editorial Board Oct 12, 2020

Last week, 13 men were charged for allegedly trying to kidnap Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Investigators gathered strong evidence; the men repeatedly spied on Whitmer’s vacation home, planned to detonate explosives on a bridge and at the State Capitol,...

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Talk, text, Snapchat and tailoring communication to your relationship

Emily Eaton, Columnist Oct 12, 2020

A few nights ago, when I was rolling over to fall asleep, I saw my phone buzz on my nightstand. I figured it was my boyfriend just responding to my “Goodnight, I love you” sappy message that I do occasionally, and I was right (as I typically am in...

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‘Dick Johnson is Dead’ focuses on appreciating life, not death

Simon Wagner, Columnist Oct 12, 2020

One of the most challenging things to come to terms with in this world is the inevitable end of one’s life. “Dick Johnson is Dead” delicately deals with this topic in one of the most touching and surreal documentaries of 2020.  Filmmaker Kirsten...

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From the Sports Deck: Fantasy football advice week five

Zack Goodrow, Sports Editor Oct 11, 2020

START: Teddy Bridgewater - Last week against the Arizona Cardinals, Carolina Panthers quarterback Teddy Bridgewater put forth his best performance of the season so far. He threw two touchdowns, rushed for one, and threw for 267 yards. He scored 26.24...

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NFC North Nuggets week 4

Zack Goodrow, Sports Editor Oct 8, 2020

CHICAGO BEARS (3-1) - Well, it turns out the Chicago Bears will not be going 16-0 after they lost to the Indianapolis Colts 11-19 in week four. They had to lose eventually, but their first defeat didn’t have to be in an abysmal game which almost put...

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Apple, Epic Games and the 30% tax

Fabian Segura, Columnist Oct 5, 2020

A 30% tax on anything you sell sounds a bit steep, but that is what has been the standard in the digital sales model. Microsoft does this for its games sold digitally, Google does this on its Android app store, and so does Apple. Over the years, however,...

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It’s On Us: Create your voting plan for 2020

Kayla Sosa Oct 5, 2020

As individuals, it’s our duty to ourselves and to each other to figure out what purpose we bring to the world and our communities. Whether that’s through your profession, volunteer work, social influence or, of course, engaging in the civic process,...

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Megan Thee Stallion shooting prompts outlets to stand boldly or give in to demands

Lanthorn Editorial Board Sep 28, 2020

As is the case with any other musical artist, rappers love to express their true feelings through their music, and will oftentimes address allegations against them in their songs, rather than air them out to the media. This is exactly the case for...

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From the Sports Desk: Fantasy football advice week three

Zack Goodrow, Sports Editor Sep 26, 2020

START: Justin Herbert - Herbert looked impressive in his NFL debut, throwing for 311 yards and both a passing and rushing touchdown. The week, Herbert will be at least prepared to start his game against the Carolina Panthers. Unlike last week when he...

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NFC North Nuggets week 2

Zack Goodrow, Sports Editor Sep 26, 2020

CHICAGO BEARS (2-0) The Chicago Bears game against the New York Giants in week two was a tale of two halves. Let’s start with QB Mitchell Trubisky, who looked excellent in the first half and faltered in the second. To begin the game, Trubisky looked...