Trump Threatens to Cut Funding to Joint UNC-Duke Middle East Studies Program, Citing Bias
Hannah AstinStaff Writer The Trump administration is threatening to cut funding to a joint University of North Carolina and Duke University Middle East studies program, claiming that the program is misusing its federal grant money to promote the, “positive aspects of Islam,” but not Christianity or Judaism. The Trump administration directed the Duke-UNC Consortium for Middle East Studies to amend its courses by Sept. 22 … Continue reading Trump Threatens to Cut Funding to Joint UNC-Duke Middle East Studies Program, Citing Bias
Trump Administration to Send Troops to Middle East after Saudi Arabia Oil Attack
Tyra HilliardStaff Writer Mark Esper, United States Secretary of Defense, announced on September 20, that the United States of America will be sending troops to the Middle East as the country’s, “first step,” in the wake of an attack on Saudi Arabian oil facilities. Details about the new movement remains unknown to the public. The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Joseph Dunford, … Continue reading Trump Administration to Send Troops to Middle East after Saudi Arabia Oil Attack
Managing Chronic Illness
Megan Pociask Staff Writer While attending any university is meant to be both a challenging and rewarding experience, oftentimes students living with chronic illnesses find it to be an additional obstacle to their success. According to WebMD, it is estimated that nearly 7 percent of people between the ages of 18 and 23 are living with a chronic condition. Unfortunately, that estimation continues to grow. … Continue reading Managing Chronic Illness
Saving The Planet One T-Shirt At A Time
Mckenzie CampbellStaff Writer In a world where fast fashion thrives, it may be difficult to believe that fast fashion industries are not entirely eco-friendly. From stores like Zara and Forever 21, the brands rely heavily on practices that affect the environment poorly. In response, multiple brands, both luxury and affordable, have made the switch to sustainable fashion to help combat the growing climate change epidemic. … Continue reading Saving The Planet One T-Shirt At A Time
Life on Mars?
Rachel SpinellaFeatures Editor On September 29, the Independent reported that Nasa’s chief scientist, Dr. Jim Green, says there could be life on Mars in possibly two years. According to the independent, scientists have been getting closer to finding life on Mars but the world is not ready for the, “revolutionary implications of the discovery,” Green stated. Nasa and the European Space Agency (ESA) have sent … Continue reading Life on Mars?
Ava’s Cupcakes Opens a Third Bakery
Rachel SpinellaFeatures Editor On Friday, September 27, Ava’s Cupcakes presented it’s grand opening of their third bakery in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Ava’s Cupcakes, bakes and sells scratch-made desserts, though they are more specifically known for their cupcakes. The first bakery opened in New Jersey in 2011, and since then has gained fame for their delicious – yet complex – cupcake flavors. Known for her pastry … Continue reading Ava’s Cupcakes Opens a Third Bakery
Tiny Moving Parts: ‘Breathe’
Hannah HallStaff Writer What do you get when you combine grown men still harboring angst from their teenage years, references to the Midwest and catchy song lyrics? Emo music. All of these things and more pop up on the most recent release in the realm of emo music. Tiny Moving Parts, a pioneer for modern emo and pop punk music, recently released their newest album, … Continue reading Tiny Moving Parts: ‘Breathe’
‘Emmanuel’
Roni MartinezStaff Writer Ameer Vann is a troubled soul with a bright potential in the rap game today. It is difficult not to bring up Brockhampton when discussing Ameer. Despite the drama he went through in regards to his ejection from the rap collective that he helped grow, he is undoubtedly a talented individual. Ameer creates a very dark tone on his most recent EP … Continue reading ‘Emmanuel’
The Breakdown on The New Bachelor: Pilot Pete
Eden Landgrover Staff Writer Following the season 6 finale of ‘Bachelor in Paradise’, host Chris Harrison shared the news that fans of the show had been waiting months for: the reveal of the next Bachelor. After the inevitable crashing and burning of Hannah Brown’s love-life after she chose Jed at the conclusion of her season, fans had narrowed down their ‘Bachelor’ guesses to three contenders; … Continue reading The Breakdown on The New Bachelor: Pilot Pete
Dave Chappelle’s “Sticks and Stones”: Comedy and PC Culture
Marlas WhitleyStaff Writer On August 26, 2019, famous comedian Dave Chappelle released a new Netflix special titled ‘Sticks and Stones’. His fifth special on the streaming platform, Sticks and Stones follows the conventions of Chappelle’s particular brand of both shocking and insightful comedy, which has always been met with some controversy. Though his recent stand-up routines critique our current, ever-shifting society, this time around Chappelle … Continue reading Dave Chappelle’s “Sticks and Stones”: Comedy and PC Culture
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