Opinions

Opinion: The state of Michigan hoops are the best it’s been in a long time

By Caleb Burlingame · Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019

A look into both Michigan and Michigan State’s college basketball teams this year and predicting how they will perform and how they look thus far.

Advice: Why is it that we dwell on the past?

By Tiffany King · Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019

The past can come back to haunt you. It’s your decision on how you let it affect your well-being.

Opinion: Obama is wrong, bold ideas are how the democrats will beat Trump

By Marcus Lawniczak · Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019

Former President Obama, whose populist campaigns won twice, is now telling Democrats to do the opposite.

Review: Eddie Murphy is set to return to the big screen in 2020

By Bianca Ramsey · Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019

Beloved actor and comedian Eddie Murphy is finally returning to Hollywood. Despite his troubled and problematic past, fans are excited to see him back on the big screen.

Review: Lady Antebellum is back with an album as beautiful as an ‘Ocean’

By Tom Cramer · Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2019

Lady Antebellum is back with a new album full of beautiful ballads. This album is riding a roller coaster or riding a wave on the ocean.

Review: ‘Charlie’s Angels’ are back with a new adaptation on a classic story

By Deangelo Hawkins-Clay · Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2019

The new “Charlie’s” Angels provide the same kickass, feminist power that we love and remember from the classics. This adaptation continues the previous series’ main story and introduces a new set of angels.

Reclaim yourself

By Fenrik Goerlitz · Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019

A David Hockney quote is analyzed and is responded to.

Review: Teaċ Daṁsa's Loch na hEala/Swan Lake is a heavily symbolic reclamation of the classic ballet Swan Lake

By Dan D'Introno · Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019

Loch na hEala brings forth issues apparent not just in Ireland but the whole of “the west.” Christianity, politics and corruption are targets of the performance alongside themes of depression, sexual abuse, loneliness and change.

Review: Disney's new streaming service Disney+ is entertaining and nostalgic

By Kassandra Olschanski · Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019

Disney+ gives audiences a chance to re-watch all their favorite Disney classics on one app.

Review: A fresh return to a timeless franchise—Pokémon

By Parker Lazar · Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019

Players are indulging with nostalgia and new, modern twists as Pokemon releases their newest game.

Advice: Black Friday—it’s never too early to save up, but don’t let it takeaway from your holiday

By Tiffany King · Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019

It’s easy to forget to save money for Black Friday shopping with Thanksgiving the day prior but don’t let that fool you, many still participate and will even let it overshadow the holiday.

Advice: It's okay to not know where you want to go with your major

By Emma Kimble · Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019

In a society where most people figure out the rest of their life by 18, some of us still don’t know what we want to do, and that’s perfectly okay.

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Opinion: Ypsilanti is Ann Arbor’s affordable housing policy

By Marcus Lawniczak · Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019

Ann Arbor’s shortage of affordable housing causes real world consequences among citizens, including a lower life expectancy and higher crime rates.

Advice: Coping with the aftermath of a car accident

By Ally Graham · Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019

Surviving a car accident brews up more anxiety and responsibility than expected. Having to clean up the mess and cope with the aftermath is incredibly complicated and draining.

Opinion: Obama has great points regarding cancel culture and ideological purity

By Heather Weigel · Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019

Some could argue that ideological purity gets in the way of actual progress. Barack Obama argues this is true and that activists should stress outreach, negotiation and compromise to a greater degree.

Review: Planet Zoo creates a dynamic experience for simulation fans

By Morgan Elder · Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019

Planet Zoo dreams big in a new, educational experience for players everywhere. Found on PC, the video game is heavily focused on animal welfare and conservation.

Opinion: Our bodies are our own

By Chelsea Bacci · Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019

There are several ways that women’s control of their own bodies has been taken from them. Their right to decide what is done with their body is theirs and that should not be up for debate. We need to make changes to ensure the safety of women across the globe.