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Opinion: A Showdown for the Ages

By Parker Lazar · Wednesday, May 27, 2020

The general election debates are just a few short months away. With so much at stake, and the nation struggling to find its way out of isolation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, a debate between current President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden, the presumptive Democratic nominee, would certainly be much-watch television.

Advice: How to fill your time during quarantine

By Kassandra Olschanski · Wednesday, May 27, 2020

The world has changed rapidly, and we all need to find new things to fill our time.

Review: "When" by Emili is the dose of hope we need right now

By Chelsea Bacci · Tuesday, May 26, 2020

A new song by budding artist Emili is a sense of hope portrayed in musical form. “When” is a beautifully created message for the rest of the world.

"Dave" Review: This new comedy series showcases the humorous yet real life of rapper Lil Dicky

By Layla McMurtrie · Tuesday, May 26, 2020

More authentic in comparison to any other show on television, “Dave” showcases a fictionalized reality of this rapper/comic.

Advice: Communication is key to building strong relationships

By Kassandra Olschanski · Monday, May 25, 2020

Communicating how we feel to others when they’ve upset us is scary, but the best way forward is to always be open and tell people exactly how you feel.

Jaden Smith releases an emotionally beautiful music video for SYRE track "Ninety"

By Layla McMurtrie · Monday, May 25, 2020

The talent of this celebrity family is astronomical and this member of the crew is definitely underrated.

Future "High Off Life" Aims for New Level in Core Trap

By Curtis Dinwiddie · Monday, May 25, 2020

The self-proclaimed wizard debuts new album for 2020 with heavy features of Drake, Travis Scott, Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Durk, DaBaby and Lil Baby. “High Off Life” represents a healing state of mind that progresses through past anguish.

Opinion: New NBA G-League pathway could spell ruin for NCAA basketball

By Caleb Burlingame · Wednesday, May 20, 2020

A look into if the new NBA G-League path could be the end of the NCAA.

Opinion: Sexism is behind the harsh criticism Governor Whitmer is facing

By Layla McMurtrie · Wednesday, May 20, 2020

“That woman in Michigan,“ is just like many officials worldwide, committed to trying to save lives and stop the spread of COVID-19.

Opinion: Conspiracism is a popular phenomenon; addressing it requires understanding and dialogue rather than censorship

By Heather Weigel · Friday, May 15, 2020

The best way to navigate popular conspiracy theories is to approach them from the understanding that these theories are a mostly natural phenomenon and that people aren’t necessarily wrong to endorse some of them. They may be factually incorrect, but they are not behaviorally out-of-bounds. Popular conspiracy theories should also be approached with the knowledge that public debate itself can put a ceiling on conspiracy theories. Facebook and Youtube may have added fuel to the conspiratorial fire by removing the “Plandemic” video.

Opinion: Achieving herd immunity without a vaccine could be the only way to end the COVID-19 pandemic

By Marcus Lawniczak · Friday, May 15, 2020

Among the unknowns of the COVID-19 pandemic is the potential for herd immunity via a majority of Americans contracting and recovering from the virus. While social distancing is a proper first response, a long-lasting lockdown may have far-reaching consequences ideologically and economically. Soon we must approach the next step of our response, and that response requires more Americans to contract the virus as we receive more data and develop more “best practices.”

Kehlani exhibits major growth and talent on new album 'It Was Good Until It Wasn't'

By Layla McMurtrie · Wednesday, May 13, 2020

This new LP shows this beautiful woman in all of her sexy, soft, and serious dimensions.

Opinion: Predicting the Lions 2020 record

By Caleb Burlingame · Wednesday, May 13, 2020

The Lions schedule for the 2020 season has been released, here are our predictions on how the Lions will perform this year.

A look at Bob Dylan's forthcoming album: Rough and Rowdy Ways

By Fenrik Goerlitz · Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Bob Dylan is putting out a new album filled with original material this June. What’s the material he’s released so far for it look like? What will the entire album look like?

Advice: You can be there for yourself and others at the same time

By Kassandra Olschanski · Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Going through hard times sometimes makes you want to quit giving out love and care to people in your life, but that’s not the answer to your struggle.

Opinion: Trump is bad, but that does not mean Bush was good

By Marcus Lawniczak · Saturday, May 9, 2020

Trump’s inability to act “presidential” has led many liberals to think nostalgically of President Bush. They should remember the crimes against humanity he committed.

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'Outer Banks' review: is the new Netflix original worth watching?

By Layla McMurtrie · Saturday, May 9, 2020

This exciting and authentic coming-of-age story is enjoyable for all viewers.

Kehlani’s (Quarantine Style) Music Videos Show That Creativity Can Flourish Just As Well When You’re Stuck At Home

By Layla McMurtrie · Thursday, May 7, 2020

Kehlani's new singles and videos show just how great her upcoming album will be.

Drake Regrets Exes and Flexes Time on Dark Lane Demo Tapes

By Curtis Dinwiddie · Wednesday, May 6, 2020

Leave it to Toronto’s No.1 hit-maker to bless our upcoming celebration post pandemic with a loose and unheard collection announced about four hours before publishing. Dark Lane Demo Tapes is a loosely, reflecting mixtape putting Aubrey Graham back into music scene for a summer album.

Joe Biden at Iowa Legislative Conference

The Tara Reade controversy is rife with uncertainty and hypocrisy

By Heather Weigel · Monday, May 4, 2020

Much of what is absent in sexual assault accusations in the MeToo era is strong journalistic principles and due process. This is true regardless of who is accused and what your political affiliation is.