Kickin’ with Kyra: Stay single out of college
By Kyra Dapore | Nov. 14Staying single allows for self-development, while exiting college is a time for transitional growth. Being single at certain points in life can create different opportunities.
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Claudia’s Corner: Hollywood isn’t ready for AI
By Claudia Fuller | Nov. 14In recent months, content model Sora and AI actors such as Tilly Norwood have sparked concern in the entertainment industry, as the future of filmmaking appears uncertain. Some figures like Natasha Lyonne have chosen to embrace these new technologies, while others fear their jobs may be on the line.
Aiden’s Add-On: ‘American abundance’ is only half true
By Aiden Ryan | Nov. 13Despite the recent growth of the country’s Gross Domestic Product, the United States continues to lag in public infrastructure investment.
Jack of All Takes: Billups, Rozier don’t deserve NBA reinstation
By Jack Muldowney | Nov. 13Recent news, specifically out of the NBA regarding illegal gambling and game-throwing, is a display of unreasonable greed through gambling issues that have been under our noses for years. Players and coaches involved in these activities already earn generational wealth yearly via their contracts; their role in these schemes is nothing but greedy.
Abby’s Angle: Performative activism is valuable
By Abby Shriver | Nov. 13Performative activism is often dismissed as shallow gestures aimed at preserving social status. However, it still plays a crucial role in spreading awareness and increasing visibility about important issues, which leads to a collective action that can elicit real political or social change.
BedPost: Shower together, save water
By BedPost Staff Writer | Nov. 12Showering together is the sexy secret to incorporating intimacy and sustainability in your everyday life.
Sassy Cassie: No star can compare to Michael Jackson
By Cassie Dye | Nov. 12In this day and age, music streaming apps are the indicator of success. However, no matter how hard they try, no musician will ever match the success of Michael Jackson.
Oh Well: Olivia Rodrigo uses her platform, musicians should follow
By Cassidy McClurg | Nov. 11Olivia Rodrigo recently opposed a video promoting ICE and self-deportation using her song, and she is no stranger to activism. Rodrigo sets the standard for other musicians to do the same.
Adam’s Anecdote: May the odds refuse to favor you
By Adam Gerber | Nov. 11“The Hunger Games” was a revolutionary moment in pop culture. It explored the ideas of an authoritarian nation whose primary goal was to punish citizens who did not possess great wealth.“The Hunger Games” is also a great metaphor for modern government and the extreme wealth gaps in the U.S.
Alex’s Addendum: ‘Frankenstein’ dissects experience of grief, love
By Alexandra Hopkins | Nov. 11Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” and Guillermo del Toro’s adaptation portray the inseparable nature of grief and love.
Daphne's Dispatch: The course selection process is flawed
By Daphne Graeter | Nov. 11Students looking to schedule classes feel overwhelmed when their required courses close before their scheduled registration time. There should be no reason why students should have to struggle to enroll in required courses.
Heidi's Hot Takes: OU, KSU offer different scenes for students
By Heidi Bartolone | Nov. 11Ohio University and Kent State University differ in nightlife but share similar values within the student body.
Emily's Evidence: Mac Miller's 'ROS' exposes beauty of 'almosts'
By Emily Stokes | Nov. 10Mac Miller teaches us about the beauty of “almosts” and putting oneself out there through song.
Abby’s Angle: Website Rate My Professors isn’t reliable
By Abby Shriver | Nov. 7Many students use Rate My Professors to learn about professors and their teaching styles when selecting classes. However, there are many issues with the site, such as biases and outdated reviews, which make it a poor foundation for choosing classes.
Kickin’ with Kyra: LGBTQIA+ representation in film is vital
By Kyra Dapore | Nov. 7Representation in film is important in giving an accurate portrayal of the real world and allowing people to be seen. Connecting with a story is extremely powerful.
Break of Dawn: Kids can't be kids, childhood is demonized
By Dawnelle Blake | Nov. 6Our youngest generations are ridiculed for “growing up too fast,” but with the internet at their fingertips, social pressure and open disdain for childhood have convinced them that being a kid sucks.
Off the Deep End: Stop gambling on everything
By Nicholas Kobe | Nov. 6As sports betting has continued to rise in popularity, websites are developing, allowing for gambling on all world events, which is a serious moral issue.
Chase on the Case: When women artists fight, the industry wins
By Chase Borland | Nov. 6Giving into celebrity drama, that may or may not exist, is giving into exactly what the music industry wants. Listening to music should come without the need for a “catfight.”
Alaina's Orbit: The world needs a new Britney Spears
By Alaina Sayre | Nov. 5The world is looking for a new Britney Spears, and there are many good candidates. After reviewing the top contenders, here’s who I think could make the cut.
Oh Well: Feminist discourse is changing the dating climate
By Cassidy McClurg | Nov. 5After British Vogue’s article “Is having a boyfriend embarrassing now?” sparked discussions online, there seems to be more discourse between single and coupled women about the benefits, or nonbenefits, of being in a relationship with a man. Bringing feminism and female empowerment into the discourse, there is a shift in the dating climate.
