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The famous author who fought fanfiction and failed 

Virginia Weaver, Senior Staff Writer  Microwaved Beef is a column by Virginia Weaver that reflects on flashpoints from the last few years in the culture wars. The rapid pace of contemporary discourse makes it easy to forget critical moments and trends that have defined our social and academic lives. Microwaved Beef brings those moments back into the spotlight.  On December 11, 2021, bestselling author Anne Rice passed away. … Continue reading The famous author who fought fanfiction and failed 

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Yes, Community Deserves the Recognition It’s Getting 

KJ Pettis  Community follows seven students (Jeff, Britta, Abed, Troy, Annie, Shirley, and Pierce) enrolled at Greendale Community College. They’re brought together by a fake study group put together by Jeff. Despite their vastly different personalities, everyone unexpectedly becomes friends, and they continue to study together whenever they aren’t involved in various comedic situations.  From 2009 to 2015, the show’s niche style of humor struggled to connect with audiences as … Continue reading Yes, Community Deserves the Recognition It’s Getting 

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Charlotte FC Destroys New York Red Bulls 

Sergio Guerra, Sports Editor/Photographer After last week’s stalemate against Inter Miami CF, the Queen City bounced back and had its way with New York Red Bulls in a 6-1 offensive masterclass on Saturday, March 21. Charlotte FC saw five different goal scorers at Bank of America Stadium in a match that took the North Carolina side up to fourth place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings with eight points. Forward Wilfried Zaha was the … Continue reading Charlotte FC Destroys New York Red Bulls 

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“Dearest Gentle Readers”: Lady Whistledown is Not Replaceable, Right? 

Caroline Turner, Opinions Editor  Please note that the following article contains spoilers from Bridgerton Season 4.  Dearest Gentle Readers:  There is a difference between a name and a voice—and the showrunners for Netflix’s Bridgerton seem to have forgotten that.  I, like many viewers, have fallen in love with Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton Series and the Netflix adaptation that brings her characters to life. While the series is known for its romance and drama, what truly sets it apart is Lady Whistledown. … Continue reading “Dearest Gentle Readers”: Lady Whistledown is Not Replaceable, Right? 

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Three Teams Select North Carolina for World Cup Base Camps 

Jessi Rae Morton, News Editor  With the Winter Olympics and Paralympics recently concluded in Milan, many sports fans, athletes, and media outlets are already turning their attention to the next international sporting event: the 2026 FIFA World Cup.  The World Cup is an international football tournament featuring teams chosen during a three-year qualifying phase. The 2026 World Cup will be jointly hosted by Mexico, Canada, … Continue reading Three Teams Select North Carolina for World Cup Base Camps 

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The world’s first AI politician is pregnant 

 Virginia Weaver, Senior Staff Writer   Microwaved Beef is a column by Virginia Weaver that reflects on flashpoints from the last few years in the culture wars. The rapid pace of contemporary discourse makes it easy to forget critical moments and trends that have defined our social and academic lives. Microwaved Beef brings those moments back into the spotlight.   The popular project AI 2027 warns us that, by 2030, a superintelligent artificial … Continue reading The world’s first AI politician is pregnant 

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My experiences in Granda, Spain  

Kaytlin Johnston   Last summer, thanks to the Gilman Scholarship, for which I wrote about the application process last week, I had the amazing opportunity to study abroad in Granada, Spain.  Not only did I learn during my classes at The University of Granada, but I also had walking tours around the city where I learned about its history and culture.  One of my favorite places that I visited was the Alhambra, which is a display of beautiful … Continue reading My experiences in Granda, Spain  

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A Light at the End of the Slop Tunnel, Part I 

Ezra-Oscar Franchi, Arts & Entertainment Editor   At one point or another, you’ve probably caught me criticizing or ridiculing BookTok, or the book community of TikTok.  To this, you might say, “Ezra, BookTok is so vast and encompasses tons of different genres, and you can’t possibly pass judgment on one entire section of the internet, that’s a completely bad faith argument and etc., etc., etc.,” to which I say, “Yes, I know, but don’t … Continue reading A Light at the End of the Slop Tunnel, Part I 

Professional Soccer from the Triad to Charlotte 

Sergio Guerra, Sports Editor/Photographer  Two North Carolina professional soccer teams kicked off their seasons recently: Carolina Core FC and Charlotte FC. Carolina Core FC, located in High Point, NC, competes in the MLS NEXT Pro – the third tier of the U.S. soccer pyramid. The Foxes faced off and lost 3-2 against Orlando City B in its home opener at Truist Point Stadium. Meanwhile, Charlotte FC plays at the highest … Continue reading Professional Soccer from the Triad to Charlotte 

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The Case for More Third Spaces 

Caroline Turner, Opinions Editor  We’ve all been told that social experiences are an essential part of college life. Orientation leaders say it, campus brochures promise it, and professors will remind us that learning doesn’t only happen in the classroom. This is true, but it’s something that continues long after college. Once the tassels of our graduation caps turn, work and life continue their ongoing tug-of-war.  The problem for many college students … Continue reading The Case for More Third Spaces