Fatal Shooting Leads to Discovered Body in Greensboro Yard
Tyra HilliardStaff Writer A man who went out to get his newspaper from in front of his home on Fairway Drive in Greensboro on the morning of Aug. 30 discovered a body lying in his yard. After he spotted splattered blood on his wife’s car, he immediately called 911. Greensboro Police responded to the frantic call at 6:45am, leading them to 2611 Fairway Drive of … Continue reading Fatal Shooting Leads to Discovered Body in Greensboro Yard
Woman Gives Birth Unaided in Denver County Jail
Luciano Gonzalez Staff Writer In 2018, a woman named Diana Sanchez gave birth alone in the Denver County Jail, and in agony. Sanchez is now suing the city of Denver with the mission to ensure that no one else in the city has to go through the experience she endured. In the United States, pregnant people who are incarcerated are likely to endure humiliation, unhealthy … Continue reading Woman Gives Birth Unaided in Denver County Jail
What’s happening in Kashmir?
Myra BariStaff Writer On Aug. 4, 2019, India placed Kashmir on a lockdown. Kashmiri political leaders were put on house arrest while Indian forces barricaded neighborhoods and cut off most phone and internet connections. The lockdown began to ease on Aug. 19 with schools opening and the reconnection of phone lines. Nationalism ricocheted for both Pakistan and India when thousands of troops were deployed from … Continue reading What’s happening in Kashmir?
Colonizing the Moon
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
Why should Americans care about Brexit?
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?
Identifying as “Queer”
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”
For Gerald: Search History-based Ads: Satire
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
FIBA World Cup Recap
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
The End of a Saga: Antonio Brown Drama Finally Over?
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?
College Football Is Back
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
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