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Survey: One In Three Americans Trust AI As Much As A Pastor

New research indicates a growing number of Americans are seeking spiritual guidance from artificial intelligence, presenting a significant challenge to Black churches. These institutions have historically served as cornerstones for faith, community, and social support within Black American communities, raising questions about the impact of algorithms on their traditional role.

Faith Requires Work To Succeed

Donald Trump is accused of prioritizing his own interests, family, and friends over the American people, while spending tax dollars on lavish projects and pardoning criminals, and is urged to be held accountable through voting.

Queer joy sparks for Seattle’s World Cup

There is no Seattle without Queer people. The World Cup is no exception. As fans come to Seattle to watch the greatest soccer tournament on Earth, many Seattleites are excited for the hype. Longtime Seattle residents and married couple Chris Bierrum and Brian Pellham grew up playing soccer. The pair are looking forward to welcoming tourists to the city. When they first found out about the World Cup coming to Seattle, the couple were ecstatic to see their city chosen as a venue. “I think it’s a huge honor to

Reign FC’s Jess Fishlock announces decision to retire

After serving Seattle’s fans for over 14 years, Reign FC midfielder Jess Fishlock announced her plans to retire at the end of this year’s season. Fishlock, born and raised in Cardiff, Wales, then signed to Seattle, has been astoundingly loyal to her original team of choice: She’s one of only three players from the Reign’s inaugural roster to have stayed with the team for over a decade. After Lauren Barnes and Megan Rapinoe retired, she quickly became the longest-lasting member of the squad. While her collea

Emerald City Mudhens debut new kit design at Wildrose

Amid friends and chosen family at famed Lesbian bar Wildrose, the Emerald City Mudhens, a local womxn’s and Nonbinary rugby team, debuted their new, updated jerseys for the upcoming fall season and beyond. The new kit keeps the Mudhens’ forest green color but adds an extra oomph to the clawlike slashes emerging from the midsection, using a dueling, black and brown palette. Slashes also appear along the sleeves, beside a series of stripes along the right side. The looks were designed by Akuma, a London appar

In the FIFA spotlight, Seattle Sounders FC fight for breakthrough year

“I feel it. You guys are a good f**king team. You guys are going to go a long way if you guys stick together,” Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer told his players after they delivered an absolute blowout at home. History tells us he’s right to trust his gut. The Rave Green have earned a reputation as the most consistently excellent team in Seattle. In the last 25 years, they’ve only had a losing record on two occasions, and they only missed the playoffs once in club history. In that same span of time, the

A perilous history: FIFA’s relationship with Queer issues

Professional soccer, unfortunately, has never been guaranteed to be welcoming and friendly. For every great thing about the beautiful game, it has always coexisted with ugly speech and behavior. Certain clubs, for decades, have had to repeatedly report incidents of hate and sometimes stop playing entirely, because their fans can’t help but chant slurs like “puto” and “rent boy” at their opponents. As the pinnacle of soccer culture, you’d hope that FIFA would take the initiative to set a better example. Unf

US and Japan, historic women’s soccer rivals, clash at Lumen Field

Time and time again, the women’s soccer teams from the US and Japan find themselves pitted against each other. Sometimes, it’s for everything. Both nations have won World Cups at the other’s heartbreaking expense, in 2011 and 2015. Sometimes, however, they face off for the love of the game. In April, despite the ugly weather, 36,218 fans came out to watch both nations play a friendly exhibition at Lumen Field. It might have lacked the usual stakes of World Cup soccer, but those rooting for Team USA were jus

Who’s on top? Ranking all 7 FIFA World Cup teams coming to Seattle

When the World Cup arrives at Lumen Field, starting on June 15, it will bring together some of the best athletes in the entire world under one roof. However, even among the best of the best, some shine more than others. If you plan to watch or attend the upcoming games, but aren’t quite sure who’s worth paying attention to, this list can help you. We’re ranking all seven national teams who are confirmed for a Seattle visit. It’s worth saying that, though we did our research, this list is entirely subjective

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Seattle Commits To Restoration And Preservation Of Central District Pan-African Crosswalks

The City of Seattle has initiated a restoration project to renew and preserve 11 Pan-African flag crosswalks in the Central District. These landmarks have long served as iconic symbols of Black history, culture, and community presence.