There have been many great writers in our day, from Shakespeare to Robert Frost, Jane Austen to Nathaniel Hawthorne. Joining this list of accomplished intelects is one of the most acclaimed artists of this generation…Taylor Swift. This fall, The University of Texas is going to be offering first year liberal arts undergraduate students “The Taylor...
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A taste for terror: Top true crime podcasts
When it comes to entertainment, there are a wide variety of genres, ranging from comedy to romance to fantasy. However, one of the most well known and well liked genres of media is none other than thriller. Thrillers are filled with dark, suspenseful and plot-driven stories. They are sure to keep a person engaged and...
Freedom of Speech abused & Twitter is a prime abuser
There has been a huge spike of hate speech on Twitter since Elon Musk took control on October 28, for $44 billion. One of Musk’s first actions was to un-ban accounts like Kanye West, who was originally banned for writing antisemitic remarks, and former president Donald Trump, banned for the January 6 riots at the...
Editorial: Ethics of military recruitment
As graduation draws closer, high school seniors across the country are faced with the daunting task of deciding what they’ll do next. While many will go on to college or the workforce, others may join the military. But as military recruiters roam the cafeteria and set up booths, we must ask ourselves: Is it ethical...
Celebrities, please stop creating beauty brands
Why does Brad Pitt have a skincare brand? I’ve observed recently that too many celebrities and influencers like Hailey Bieber, Kylie Jenner, Gweneth Paltrow, Addison Rae, Lady Gaga, Gwen Stefani, Harry Styles, and Ariana Grande have come out with some sort of makeup or skincare line. Why? The beauty industry is a profitable market. There...
Theory & race stolen from education
Politicians discuss forbidding Critical Race Theory from education after Florida bill passes Imagine a dystopian America. One where education is regulated to be taught using less than 50 words and only 10% of history is allowed to be taught. To everyone’s knowledge war, crime, hatred, and all things that harm the idealistic view of the...
A silent voice: why Asian Americans don’t vote
Asian Americans are often underrepresented in politics due to their low voter turnout. The reasons for low voter turnout can vary, but are mainly due to the language barrier and the feeling of not belonging in American politics. When I was in sixth grade, my mom would cook my lunch: rice, beef rendang and peanut...
It’s Important To Start Establishing Credit
Recently, around Verrado, a company has been advertising the importance of credit. The mobile banking app, Step, was started by a pair of financial industry veterans to help teens not make catastrophic money decisions that would affect them for possibly decades. Signing up for 10 credit card offers located around college is a mistake. It’s...
Qatar’s World Cup: Enjoy the Games, Understand the Injustice
International relations, politics, and cultural differences are messy. Every four years the world gets to escape these complicated situations, unite together, and embrace “the beautiful game.” No matter if you call the sport soccer, football, or anything in between, the World Cup always provides top-level drama while showcasing amazing players, unique play styles, and rich...
Twitter in a Twist: Elon Musk’s Acquisition
Social media history was made on October 27, 2022 when business magnate and investor, Elon Musk, purchased Twitter for 44 billion dollars, giving him the controlling stake, an unprecedented position for a company of this scale. Furthermore, this takeover ranks as the third largest tech-sector acquisition of all time. While this acquisition has garnered ambivalent...