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“Fake news” is a threat to democracy, but not in the way Donald Trump wants you to think
November 9, 2018By: Alex Bloom How many times have you heard the term “fake news” in 2018 alone? I’m sure you read that in your worst Donald Trump voice, but US President number 45 probably isn’t the only person you’ve heard uttering those words. The term “fake news” might just sound like a joke by now, but it brings with it a dangerously simplistic attitude that threatens the democratic ideals that form the basis of the free press. Trump has used the term time and time again to discredit any journalistic organization that he feels has made him look bad. In many…
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Michael Bublé’s intent to retire is refreshing in a toxic pop culture
November 3, 2018Written by: Youeal Abera, Staff Writer Hollywood is becoming a bit of an ego-fest. Between celebrities like Khloe Kardashian advertising a “Flat Tummy Tea” on her personal Instagram and Kanye’s short-lived political career, it’s refreshing when we come across an…
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Political Corner: By leaving the INF Treaty, the US is abandoning peace
November 3, 2018Written by: Kelly Grounds, Peak Associate 1987 Cold-War era Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) treaty. The announcement came after multiple accusations by US officials that Russia has repeatedly violated the treaty since its conception. The INF was established in the 1970s…
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The Pittsburgh shooting is a symptom of normalized anti-Semitism in social media
November 3, 2018Written by: Gene Cole, Opinions Editor On October 27, a gunman entered Tree of Life — Or L’Simcha Congregation, a synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and opened fire, killing 11. It’s currently being considered by the Anti-Defamation League as the deadliest…
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What grinds our gears: Jump scares and unnecessary gore in horror movies
October 31, 2018Written by: Winona Young, Arts Editor When I tell people I like horror movies, I mean horror movies. I want the horrific, the macabre, and the downright disturbing. What I don’t want is gore so graphic that it borders on…
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Have some fun and wear your Halloween costumes to class
October 31, 2018Written by: Youeal Abera, Staff Writer I think it’s safe to assume that we’re all exhausted from midterm season. The luxuries of reading for fun, nutritional meals, and eight hours of sleep are replaced by lecture notes, coffee, and power…
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Political Corner: Journalist Jamal Khashoggi’s death should have been the tipping point for relations with Saudi Arabia
October 31, 2018After the weeks following his disappearance, the Saudi Arabian government confirmed that journalist Jamal Khashoggi was killed on October 2 after entering the Saudi consulate in Istanbul. Now, Saudi Arabia’ leadership is in the spotlight. Since becoming crown prince, Mohammed…
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Hudson Bay’s cancelled “Make Canada Great Again” hats disrespect Canadian consumers
October 31, 2018Written by: Gene Cole, Opinions Editor Make America Great Again (MAGA) has become a meme of uncomfortable proportions. Made popular as a slogan in President Trump’s 2015 election campaign, it continues to be worn by celebrities and Trump rally attendants…
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Don’t dismiss ADHD as an excuse to get drugs
October 31, 2018Written by: Eva Zhu, Peak Associate Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a disorder that causes difficulty in brain function and development. Two common symptoms are hyperactive-impulsive thought and difficulty maintaining attention — symptoms with which I am all too…
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What grinds our gears: Solo students taking up whole booths all by themselves
October 26, 2018Written by: Gene Cole, Opinions Editor I’ve been known to carry a lot on my back to campus each day. Between my laptop, large notepad, ton of pencils, chargers, and some form of entertainment, like a book or a Nintendo…
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