This election West Virginians will find a few other things on the ballot besides just the names of candidates. Two amendments are to be voted on in the election, and one has created quite a stir, Amendment No. 1: No Constitutional right to abortion Amendment. From this title alone, it […]
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“Halloween” Review
Photo credit: Comingsoon.net “Was that the boogeyman?” Laurie asks the stranger, Dr. Loomis, after surviving the murderous barrage of Michael Myers. Loomis responds with: “As a matter of fact, it was.” This closing scene is from the ending of the original 1978 “Halloween,” a film so iconic that the average […]
Lack of Sleep Leads to Drastic Health Risks
Every year, one day sees a 24 percent increase in heart attacks across the country. This rapid increase in reported heart attack visits to hospitals does not stem from eating too much unhealthy food around the holidays or the increased stress around tax season, but instead this deadly uptick on […]
Damages Still Unknown: Deepwater Horizon Crisis
Deepwater Horizon Crisis Photo Courtesy of Slate Magazine On April 20, 2010, British Petroleum’s Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded, causing the worst oil spill of the century. According to an article titled “BP reached cozy settlement with Mexico on Deepwater spill” on Phys.org, an organization that publishes news articles on […]
The Colin Kapernick Controversy and Nike’s Campaign
Nike's campaign was well-executed and speaks to any crowd. Photo Courtesy of The Los Angeles Times Nike has always been a hot spot in athletic apparel and shoes. Its familiar check mark is a symbol of speed and movement. Victory is in the sole of those who put on their […]
“Marvel’s Spider-Man” Review
This comic book hero's abilities perfectly translate into both the game's movement and combat. Photo Courtesy of Den of Geek There are A LOT of open world games. From the almost-annual “Assassin’s Creed” franchise, to giants like “The Witcher 3” and the impending “Red Dead Redemption 2.” With so many […]
“Venom”: A Terribly Fun Terrible Movie
This movie might be terrible, but Tom Hardy makes it an incredibly fun time. Photo Courtesy of BBC "Venom" is a bad movie. Its plot feels like the most generic 2000s super-hero movie. Its dialogue ranges from awkward to downright laughable. Its CGI is awful, particularly in the fight scenes […]
“A Star Is Born”: The Iconic Movie of the Year
Between the relatable narrative and the catchy songs, "A Star Is Born" has so much to bring to an audience. Photo Courtesy of Den of Geek Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper create one of the most iconic movies of the year by adding their own touch to “A Star Is […]
Poi Artist Shares Talent at Concord
Very little information is known about the invention and history of Poi art. Photo Courtesy of McKayla Phillips Ty Roachford, a Poi performer, demonstrates his skills and showed Concord students the art of Poi dancing at a performance and workshop on campus. According to spinpoi.com, “Poi is a weight on […]
History Preserved in the Mountain Lion Museum
Amelia Earhart, John Denver and John F. Kennedy were all visitors. Photo Courtesy of Laura Buchanan We have always heard that libraries contain treasures, and Marsh Hall Library is no exception. On the ground floor of Concord University’s library, one will find the Mountain Lion Museum, established in 2016. It […]