Budget-friendly ideas for Thanksgiving For a lot of people, Thanksgiving is an opportunity to gather friends and family for food and fun. But with inflation squeezing the pocketbooks of consumers nationwide, putting that turkey on the table might be a challenge. Grocery store prices are on the rise, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. […]
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Opinion: The Problem with Colorism
Some face discrimination for having a darker complexion Some Latinx and Hispanic families might not say it out loud, but colorism is a big problem in the community. For those who may not know, colorism refers to the preference toward lighter skin tones and complexions. In some Latinx and Hispanic communities, complexion equates to the […]
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Peaches, Peaches, Peaches
The Super Mario Bros. movie has had major success at the box office and it’s understandable why. Photo Courtesy of Universal Pictures. By Sara Bhatt, Staff Reporter The “Super Mario Bros.” movie was released on April 5, and has been an absolute hit at the box office, grossing over $1.056 billion worldwide. After seeing the […]
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Manga Series Blamed For Violence Against Teachers
Assassination Classroom has been banned from schools. Art By Jasmine Sanchez. By Jasmine Sanchez Staff Reporter As news broke out that the popular manga series “Assassination Classroom” was next in line to be challenged in schools, I was left speechless. I was, at the time, rereading the series and could not fathom what the thought […]
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LinkedIn Isn’t the Answer to My Prayers
LinkedIn is overrated and overpriced. Photo by Bastian Riccardi/Pexels By Marcelo Maximilian Staff Reporter As a journalism major and professional freelance journalist, networking comes naturally to me. It’s the foundation that leads me to the sources and information I need to be a good reporter. On the surface, LinkedIn sounds like the key to opening […]