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Bratcher stands in the middle of a torrent stream of wetland water, completing the USC MIND challenge. Photo used with permission from Elliot Bratcher.

Keeping mental health in MIND

Nolan Sullivan, Staff Writer May 5, 2025

“You have 24 hours to respond.” An almost menacing warning given seconds before tons of ice cold water are ruthlessly dumped on someone’s head. A new trend has been circulating across social media...

Cartoon Network first made its debut on October 1, 1992; ever since then, Cartoon Network has been available to millions of people all over the world and there are a few shows in particular responsible for its popularity.

The key pillars of Cartoon Network

RZ’Naisa Self, Staff Writer April 30, 2025

Any building made without pillars would remain only on ground level, deprived of the fundamentals that keep it tall and supported. Pillars bear the weight of all structural elements—without them, there...

Coachella 2025 was estimated to have over 125,000 attendees each day. Photo used with permission from Shinichiro Ichimura via Unsplash.

The biggest performances of the year at Coachella 2025

Ava Kruczko, Staff Writer April 29, 2025

Coachella, an annual music festival held in Indio, California, is notorious for its headlining performances and influence on the music industry. The festival honors diversity in music, showcasing an array...

Evan Koo ('25) at his Eagle Court of Honor. Court of Honors are a great time for friends and families to celebrate their scout. Photo used with permission from Evan Koo.

Soaring as Falcons and as Eagles: Student Eagle Scouts

Leo McDunn, Staff Writer April 29, 2025

They walked on the moon, led a nation, built a retail empire and captured imagination on the silver screen. What do former President Gerald Ford, Astronaut Neil Armstrong, Walmart Founder Sam Walton and...

The fashion industry continues to profit off of people's desire to go back to "simpler times."

Selling memories: How nostalgia influences the fashion industry

Isabella Phillips, Staff Writer April 28, 2025

In times where change seems to be happening faster than ever and life feels out of control, many find themselves reminiscing of simpler times. Consumers have been shopping for items with nostalgic elements...

The Company Mill Spur Trail connects the Sycamore and the Company Mill trail.

Trips in the Triangle: Hiking spots

Leo McDunn, Staff Writer April 22, 2025

A great way to exercise and spend time outside is hiking. Connecting with nature through hiking can be an exhilarating experience. It can also be challenging as trails differ within parks and some are...

The Lenovo Center is one of the larger venues in North Carolina, being able to seat 20,000 people.

A guide to North Carolina’s upcoming spring concerts

Jenna Lipkin, Staff Writer April 9, 2025

As the weather outside gets warmer, there are many more opportunities to get out and see artists perform. From the rhythmic rap of Tyler, The Creator and Kendrick Lamar to the peppy pop music of Tate McRae,...

Everyone knows about April Fool’s Day, but where exactly does it come from and when did it first happen?

The mysterious origins of April Fool’s Day

RZ’Naisa Self, Staff Writer March 27, 2025

Some might believe that the annual custom, April Fool’s Day, is accompanied by a complete record of its origination. But the joke’s on them—no one truly has a single clue. While the actual backstory...

For almost two decades, YouTube has been a dominant force in the world of video-sharing, though it did not start out as many people think it did.

The history of YouTube: Where it all began

RZ’Naisa Self, Staff Writer March 21, 2025

As cliche as it may sound, everything has to start somewhere—in this case, it is websites. There are an abundance of times where a website ends up in a completely different spot from its starting point....

One of the mitzvot of Purim, mishloach manot involves giving friends candy and other treats.

All who enter shall be happy: The story of Purim

Jesse Shalev, News Editor March 20, 2025

Whoever enters Adar shall be happy. These are the lyrics to a song commonly sung when the Hebrew month of Adar starts. Adar is known for housing the Jewish holiday of Purim, celebrated on the 14th day...

Women's history month celebrates the achievements and legacy of women throughout history, and their lasting impact on society.

Women’s Her-story Month

Ava Kruczko, Staff Writer March 13, 2025

It’s March, also known as Women's history month! Women’s history month celebrates the accomplishments of inspiring women from past and current times. The theme selected by the Women’s National History...

“SpongeBob SquarePants” has been around for 25 years and its cultural impact is something that does not seem to be slowing down anytime soon.

A pop culture icon: SpongeBob SquarePants

RZ’Nasia Self, Staff Writer March 6, 2025

With the release of Robert Eggers’ “Nosferatu” (2024), it should be acknowledged where exactly many people got their first introduction to the bloodthirsty vampire. It was not the original silent...

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