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One of the most basic fast-food items is the burger. Although there are plenty of other items available at fast-food restaurants from fries to shakes, this list is based on the establishment's burgers. 4. Dairy Queen A restaurant that most people probably were not expecting is Dairy Queen. I never really thought about DQ being the best spot for anything besides...
Kamala Harris is often presented as a fresh new face, a young representative of a new generation in the Democratic Party. But the truth is disappointing. Don't get me wrong, I'm not happy about the alternative, about the prospect of an erratic 78-year old child running the country. But putting aside the abundant shenanigans of her opponent, Kamala Harris is...
In the northernmost part of the large island of Honshu in Japan lies Aomori Prefecture. Split by Mutsu Bay, most of the population of Aomori lives close to the coast. Although the prefecture is little known, it is rich in history and culture. Overview of Aomori First of all, a little bit about Aomori Prefecture. The prefecture is the eighth largest...
Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, a next generation “thrill” ride that is a true "recipe for excitement," inserts the rider into Remy’s world, the world of a rat in the underworld of Paris, and offers one of the most unique, high-tech attractions in Disney’s theme parks. Located in EPCOT in Walt Disney World in Florida, this 4D "culinary adventure" takes guests...
It has only been minutes since the 2024 Vice Presidential Debate between Senator JD Vance and Tim Walz ended, and to put it lightly, this was one of the most interesting debates. This article will go over some of the first impressions of the debate. The Good Compared to the 2020 Debates, and to the recent Trump V.S. Harris debates, the...
On Thursday, October 3, parents and students were welcomed into the Terry center by administration and faculty. It was a morning of excitement and celebration, both the school and families were extremely proud of the hard work of these Jesuit students. Notably, 947 AP exams were administered at the school this year (2024); this year also saw the highest...
As we approach the upcoming Red River Showdown between the Texas Longhorns and the Oklahoma Sooners, undoubtedly many parkgoers will make the pilgrimage to the fairgrounds to see the big game in Cotton Bowl Stadium. While they are there, they will no doubt enjoy state fair staples such as pretzels, cotton candy, and deep-fried butter on a stick. This...
Over the summer, I had the wonderful opportunity to go to Japan with my family for two and a half weeks. I had an amazing time in Japan seeing places such as Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. In this article I will describe more about these cities and the country of Japan, delving into important landmarks, cultural traditions, and facts...

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