Tigray Genocide 
Mulubrhan Kidanu Guest Writer *This article contains descriptive sexually violent content pertaining to the Tigray Genocide; viewer discretion is advised.* Did you know that there are rules in warfare? A just war is fighting to right a wrong. The goal is to restore peace. Sexual violence cannot be used as a weapon of war, nor should prisoners of war be harmed. No one should be … Continue reading Tigray Genocide 
Science Corner: How to Increase Scientific Literacy in the U.S.
Sydney Thompson Senior Staff Writer According to the PEW Research Center, in March 2019, an average of only 39% of U.S. adults could be classified as having high scientific knowledge. The pandemic and its coverage have revealed a lack of scientific literacy within the U.S., especially in the growing distrust of scientific organizations such as the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control … Continue reading Science Corner: How to Increase Scientific Literacy in the U.S.
The Western Conference All-Star Starters are Lebron, Curry, Morant, Jokic, and…Andrew Wiggins?
Ethan Engellau Staff Writer The first half of the 2021-2022 NBA season is coming to a close and after an invigorating four months of basketball, players and fans alike are excited for the upcoming All-Star Break. This week the starters for both conferences’ All-Star Teams were announced. The starters from the Eastern Conference include Nets forward captain Kevin Durant who will not play due to … Continue reading The Western Conference All-Star Starters are Lebron, Curry, Morant, Jokic, and…Andrew Wiggins?
Taylor Swift’s “Red” and the Tradition of Songwriting
Corban Mills Staff Writer On November 12, 2021, Taylor Swift released a re-recorded version of her album titled “Red,” and this new release is titled “Red (Taylor’s Version).” The original album, ever since it came out in 2012, has gained much critical and commercial success in its songwriting. The album was also a turning point for Swift in her creative journey, as her next album … Continue reading Taylor Swift’s “Red” and the Tradition of Songwriting
“Love Hard”: Netflix’s New Christmas Romance
Maggie Collins Staff Writer Earlier this month Netflix released the movie “Love Hard” just in time for the upcoming holiday season. This film is perfect for those who love a good holiday romance. It features Nina Dobrev (from “Vampire Diaries”) as the main character, Natalie, who is a Los Angeles writer looking for love on a dating app. Natalie has matched with many men while … Continue reading “Love Hard”: Netflix’s New Christmas Romance
UNCG MBB Defeats Coppin St. 55-48
Brayden Stamps Editor On Monday, Nov 14, the UNCG Spartans bested the Coppin St. Eagles 55-48 in a grueling defensive battle at the Greensboro Coliseum. Coppin St. is coached by Juan Dixon, an NCAA Champion, Final Four Most Outstanding Player from Maryland’s iconic 2002 championship run, and a near decade-long NBA veteran. The experience and toughness that Dixon brings to the bench were certainly apparent … Continue reading UNCG MBB Defeats Coppin St. 55-48
Carolina College Football Recap Week 11 – Despite Trouble at Every Turn, Wake Forest Prevails Over NC State
Ethan Engellau Staff Writer The most intriguing game for Carolinians this week did not disappoint as the Demon Deacons battled it out with the Wolfpack en route to a 45-42 victory. No.12 Wake Forest coming off a disappointing loss to UNC never faltered in a similar game script to their last in which they crumbled. They may have suffered the same fate if the game-ending … Continue reading Carolina College Football Recap Week 11 – Despite Trouble at Every Turn, Wake Forest Prevails Over NC State
Art Needs Rules
Aliyah Gibbs Staff Writer Art is not original if it is “derivative.” If a work of art reminds me of anything other than the original artist, it is work produced by proxy of [famous inspiration]. I wonder though, how much does this matter? Is it relevant to the value of an artists’ work? While I believe art is not one hundred percent original if it … Continue reading Art Needs Rules
Who’s to Blame for the Astroworld Tragedy Killing Eight People? 
Maggie Collins Senior Staff Writer On Friday, November 5th, Astroworld, a music festival in Houston, Texas, left eight people dead and countless others injured and hospitalized. There have been reports of over 50,000 people being at this one festival, which security already feared would be too many people to handle. However, instead of trying to do anything to take any precautions for safety, they continued … Continue reading Who’s to Blame for the Astroworld Tragedy Killing Eight People? 
“Claws” & Its Impact on the Patriarchy of Modern TV
Katherine McCrea Staff Writer “Claws”, a show that on the surface looks like a fun girl boss, high energy show with lots of quirky characters, hits deeper and a lot tougher than you’d expect from the slick styles, the flashy cars, and gorgeous nails. “Claws” at its heart is a show about family and outsiders. It takes people you’d probably never look at twice or … Continue reading “Claws” & Its Impact on the Patriarchy of Modern TV
