Here We Go Again: Yet Another NCAA Scandal
Brayden Stamps Staff Writer More and more heads continue to turn in the world of college basketball in the wake of the FBI’s recent investigations into the sport after the corruption involving Adidas. Major programs such as NC State, Southern California, South Carolina, Miami, Auburn and Arizona were named in the initial probes but have yet to face severe consequences as a program. In fact, … Continue reading Here We Go Again: Yet Another NCAA Scandal
In-State College Football Recap: Week Five
Andrew SalmonSports Editor It was a busy weekend across the state as far as college football action, with most of the major programs facing big-time conference matchups. Here’s your rundown of the weekend’s action. Wake Forest, off to an undefeated start to the regular season, officially opened conference play at Boston College on Saturday. The Demon Deacons opened up the game with a 10-0 lead, … Continue reading In-State College Football Recap: Week Five
How Most Adults Lose Their Sense of Self
Gabrielle LoweryStaff Writer Most American adults have established a “work is life” mentality, often drifting into careers that don’t align with their passions. This is generally caused by getting caught up and lost within the competitive, fast-paced and achievement-oriented society that they live in. With so much focus on work and the future, are adults losing their sense of self? Do people still find time … Continue reading How Most Adults Lose Their Sense of Self
President Trump: Impeachment and 2020
R.A BrockStaff Writer/Copy Editor In light of recent events, President Trump may or may not have laid the last straw that would break the camel’s back. Last week, a whistleblower complaint surfaced from a currently unnamed CIA officer in regard to a phone call made between the U.S President and Ukraine’s President, Volodymyr Zelensky, on July 25, 2019. During the call, Trump had asked Ukraine’s … Continue reading President Trump: Impeachment and 2020
Medical Deserts in America
Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor As a UNCG student, I often take medical access for granted. As soon as I start feeling a scratch in my throat, I make my way to Gove Student Health Center. There are qualified doctors and nurses, different specialized departments and access to medication. I do not have to wonder where I’m going to be able to get my flu shot. … Continue reading Medical Deserts in America
Rent-Controlled Housing
Patrick O’Connell and Darrell Storholt Staff Writers I think most liberal policies are paved with the best of intentions. Some are well thought-out, such as the agricultural subsidies implemented by FDR during the Great Depression, which helped repair the U.S. economy and parts of the Affordable Care Act. Government can act as a referee to keep the economy balanced and fair in order to preserve … Continue reading Rent-Controlled Housing
America and Iran: An Oily Affair
R.A BrockStaff Writer / Copy Editor After a tumultuous week in Middle Eastern politics, the U.S. is ramping up military resources in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East. On September 14, a drone attack on a Saudi Arabian oil refinery caused a 50 percent reduction in the country’s crude oil output. Saudi Arabia produces 5 percent of the world’s crude oil and produces just over … Continue reading America and Iran: An Oily Affair
Jonathan Van Ness: Living HIV Positive
Sarah Grace GoodlenStaff Writer Anyone who has seen Netflix’s reboot of “Queer Eye” knows hairstylist Jonathon Van Ness is not afraid to be himself. The 32-year-old challenges gender norms by sporting “womens” clothes like dresses and heels, as well keeping up his famous mustache and long hair. However, Van Ness has recently revealed in his memoir “Over The Top” that he has had to keep … Continue reading Jonathan Van Ness: Living HIV Positive
Gender Reveal Videos Are Weird
Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor Gender reveal videos have become more and more elaborate and dramatic over the years since their humble beginning in 2009. Expecting parents have pulled out all the stops to announce the gender of their unborn child. In only ten years, cutting into a blue or pink cake turned into shooting off fireworks, resulting in lawn fires and minor burns. Have gender … Continue reading Gender Reveal Videos Are Weird
Company Responsible for Creating OxyContin Files for Bankruptcy
Tyra Hilliard Staff Writer Purdue Pharma, creator of the drug OxyContin, recently filed for bankruptcy protection or Chapter 11. The motion came into existence less than a week after reaching a settlement with over 2,00 local governments about the company’s role in leading and maintaining the country’s opioid crisis. Other points of the settlement that were carried out in New York include the Sackler family’s … Continue reading Company Responsible for Creating OxyContin Files for Bankruptcy
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