👿 Satanic statue drama

It’s Friday, February 2 — people are talking about the defacement of a Satanic Temple statue, the pros and cons of astrology in dating, and more.

As always, we’ve summarized and organized the different shades of perspective, so you can see the big picture quickly. Here at Shades we believe that seeing multiple points of view is the best way to stay informed.

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👿 Satanic Temple statue vandalism

A man in Iowa smashed a Satanic Temple's statue. Is it a hate crime, or a stand for personal beliefs?

👿 An Iowa man vandalized a Satanic Temple display. NBC reports that he's facing felony hate crime charges for targeting religious freedom.

👿 But Fox News says people online criticized the charges. This is a double standard — there were no hate-crime charges for those who toppled historical statues.

👿 Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds had a different take: Even if the statue was “objectionable”, that's no reason to smash it.

👿 A Redditor on r/LCMS thinks the Satanic Temple is full of “trolls” — no need to destroy their statue and give legitimacy to their movement.

💔 Is astrology messing with your love life?

From cosmic dating tips to star-crossed drama, is following the stars leading your heart astray?

💔 Astrology might be messing with your love life, says a blogger on Medium. It's easy to misuse, which can definitely lead to romantic woes.

💔 Betches agrees. Astrology shouldn't dictate love lives. It's fun, not fate — it really can't predict compatibility.

💔 The Mercury News also agrees: Astrology obsession can strain relationships. If your partner is obsessed with astrology, it might be time to break up.

💔 But Greatist thinks astrology offers a unique path to self-awareness and better relationships. Lean into it — it could make things better.

💔 IFL Science argues that it's all moot, because astrology is completely bunk. Seriously, just ignore it — there's no scientific evidence that the stars affect your personality.

Quick hits

⚫ A small plane crashed into a mobile home park in Clearwater, Florida. The incident killed at least 3 people. (Fox News)

🦫 Punxsutawney Phil woke up and did not see his shadow, signaling an early spring season. (CNN)

🏀 The NBA announced its 12 All-Star reserves, including first-timers Anthony Edwards, Paolo Banchero, Jalen Brunson, and Tyrese Maxey. (Yahoo Sports)

⚽ Ronaldo's Al Nassr crushed Messi's Inter Miami, 6-0. Ronaldo sat out, while Messi subbed in late. (ESPN)

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