Back From the Dead: Measles in 2019

As of April 29, 2019 there have been 704 cases of measles reported across 22 states. This outbreak sets a new record for the last 25 years, eclipsing the 2014 outbreak of 667 cases. Measles was declared a dead disease by the CDC in 2000, and this is only the second time since then that …

North Carolina’s Election Fraud Problem

Last month, North Carolina election officials ordered a special redo election in House District 9, a territory stretching across the southern third of the state from Charlotte to Fayetteville. This new special election has been ordered due to a scandal involving Republican candidate Mark Harris, in which Leslie McCrae Dowless, his campaign operative, conducted a “coordinated, …

What’s Happening In Kashmir

A couple of weeks ago, India and Pakistan traded air strikes after India destroyed a militant camp in Pakistan, and the two countries claim to be taking down each other’s fighter jets. This conflict has been brewing for many decades, and it’s especially concerning when you consider that they are two of the nine nations in the world who possess …

Artists to Watch in 2019

Almost two months into the new year, many bands and artists are announcing their works and tours for the upcoming cycle. Here is a trifecta of bands you should be watching closely in 2019 if you want to expand your musical horizons.Remo DriveIn the minds of most, emo is a dead genre. The nostalgic emo acts of …

What Is The Green New Deal?

Climate change and global warming have been in the back of the country’s collective mind for decades, but the issue hasn’t yet required any sweeping changes in the way our society operates. Freshman congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of the Bronx (you may have heard of her) and her far-left DSA and Green Party following believe that global warming …

Christmas Figures: RANKED

These are the top ten people, animals, and spiritual beings that make Christmas special. The rankings are based on the power, performance, influence, charisma, and fame of the eligible candidates. 10. Mall Santa  Mall Santa is of course just a mere replication of the magical legend who actually gives us our presents, but his influence …

Mid-Term Election 2018: The Aftermath

Elections are always important, but this year’s mid-terms served as a potential deciding moment for America. Either the people would vote against the Republicans and work to reverse the changes made under Trump’s administration, altering the course of history, or the people would vote to solidify the Republicans’ grip on American politics, confirming our country’s …

Caffeine: America’s Most Popular Drug

Coffee has been a staple of the American diet for centuries now, but of course, not just for the taste. An eight-ounce cup of coffee contains around 95 milligrams of caffeine, a chemical which stimulates the nervous system when ingested, resulting in a feeling of alertness that can last for hours. The artificial alertness that …

NBA Preview 2018: Houston Rockets

2017-2018 Record: 65-17. Lost in Western Conference Finals. The Houston Rockets were nearly unstoppable last year. Painfully boring to watch, but nearly unstoppable nonetheless. The Rockets were both painfully boring and nearly unstoppable due to a brand of intricate isolation basketball crafted specifically to take down the Warriors in the Western Conference Finals, and anyone …

SPECIAL EDITION NBA Preview 2018: Utah Jazz

2017-2018 Record: 48-34. Lost in Second Round. If you weren’t already aware, Yours Truly is a lifelong and avid fan of the Utah Jazz. If you weren’t already aware, the Utah Jazz have more hype surrounding their team currently than they have since the Stockton-Malone era. Salt Lake City is also one of the smallest markets …