Ron de VaronaStaff Writer Given the entire history of our species, where will we be in 100 years? Most people might say “who cares I’m gonna be dead.” I don’t blame them entirely for that way of thought. It is hard to imagine what we could do in such an amount of time, considering how much we have accomplished in the past 100 years. It … Continue reading Colonizing the Moon
R.A BrockCopy Editor / Staff Writer With the due date for Brexit looming next month, one question remains for many Americans: why does it matter to me? To answer this, we need a little history lesson. The United Kingdom has a history of being unsure when it comes to joining or leaving the European Union. This sentiment dates back as far as the 1960s and … Continue reading Why should Americans care about Brexit?
Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor I think labels get a bad reputation. Often times, people believe labels are a way to divide everyone and isolate those who do not fall within that same demographic. I don’t believe that is always the case. One might identify with something because they feel pride in that aspect of themselves, especially in the cases of culture or ethnicity. “Not seeing … Continue reading Identifying as “Queer”
Patrick O’ConnellStaff Writer Marketing companies and media conglomerates are building files on us based on our internet usage. They put us into demographics within demographics, trying to target us with the most effective, useful and influential advertisements. They’ve tracked everything I’ve ever purchased drunk, the types of videos I watch after work and the music I listen to when I’m sad. They pretty much know … Continue reading For Gerald: Search History-based Ads: Satire
Brayden StampsStaff Writer Qualifying play in the FIBA World Cup began in Beijing this week as all the countries were split into eight groups to see who would advance to the Quarterfinals. With Team USA being reduced to only two All-Stars (Kemba Walker and Khris Middleton), the field appears to be as open as it has been in over a decade, with many nations having … Continue reading FIBA World Cup Recap
Monique WilliamsStaff Writer Life as an Oakland Raider was short-lived for wide receiver Antonio Brown. As of Saturday, the Raiders have officially severed ties with the seven-time Pro Bowler, per his request. Brown asked for a release via an Instagram post Saturday morning. Before we knew it, Raiders head coach John Gruden was addressing the media Saturday afternoon about Brown’s departure. A lot has happened … Continue reading The End of a Saga: Antonio Brown Drama Finally Over?
Alexis PitchfordStaff Writer The countdown is over! Even though North Carolina may be known as the Hoop State, everyone has a love for college football. Here’s a rundown of this past weekend’s action from schools across the state, across all levels. On the Division I level, there were several in-state matchups. NC State defeated East Carolina, 34-6, in front of their home crowd, then trounced … Continue reading College Football Is Back
Andrew SalmonSports Editor The truth is, every UNCG fan has a secondary school for football season. That’s the cold reality of going to a school that refuses to fund a football team—and that’s fine. It is what it is. That being said, I find myself on something of an island every September. I was born and raised a Tar Heel fan, but my childhood obsession … Continue reading The Stadiums of North Carolina: Kenan Memorial Stadium
Alliana AvancenaStaff Writer What is it about horror and fear that intrigues people? Is it the adrenaline rush, or is it something to keep viewers up at night when things go bump in the dark? Ghost stories have been around for longer than most people would expect, and yet their popularity is ongoing. The ghost stories of Japan and their origins are becoming seemingly hinted … Continue reading Ghosts: Horror’s Modern Fixation with a Haunting Past
Roni MartinezStaff Writer A North Carolina native rapper, Rapsody, just dropped her latest album titled Eve. Clocking in at one hour and three minutes, Rapsody delivers a rhythmic and lyrically loaded project full of beautiful and familiar samples. Rapsody reinforces her love for Black culture not only through the lyrics she recites, but also through the titles in the album, ‘Eve’. Each one is named … Continue reading ‘Eve’: A Lyrical Masterpiece
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