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January 6th, I Year Anniversary
Spencer Finley Politics Editor sjf5814@psu.edu Given that the one-year anniversary of the attack on the United States Congress occurred shortly before the semester began, and it was one of the most politically significant events of the past few years, the Behrend Beacon has decided to mark the anniversary of the attack with an article. While…
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Steelers’ #7 to retire?
Courtney Balcombe Creativity Editor clb6264@psu.edu Although it hasn’t been an official announcement, Steelers’ quarterback Ben Rothlisberger may retire at the end of the season. He had shared in a December 2021 press conference that “looking at the bigger picture, I would say that all signs are pointing to this could be it,” Big Ben shared.…
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John Madden, NFL Hall of Fame coach and broadcasting legend, dies at the age of 85
Stephanie Logue Staff Writer The NFL announced Tuesday morning that John Madden, the Hall of Fame coach-turned-broadcaster whose passionate yells mixed with straightforward explanations gave a weekly soundtrack to NFL games for three decades, died. He was 85 years old at the time. He died abruptly, according to the league, although no cause was given.…
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The Pope barks up the wrong tree
Claudia Rivera Editor in Chief cmr6395@psu.edu Why do people prefer pets over kids? The answer is very simple: having kids is extremely hard, and having a pet brings joy and happiness. This isn’t to say that children are not a blessing, but they are in fact a bigger responsibility, one that many people do not…
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TikTok puts kids in danger … again
Abby Lipscomb Staff Writer Yet another dangerous challenge has emerged on TikTok and resulted in some fatal consequences. The “Blackout Challenge”, where you hold your breath until you pass out, has taken the life of a 10-year-old girl. The young child was alone in her bedroom at home when she participated in this viral dare.…
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