By Dominic Gismondi, Staff Writer Last week, media giants Twitter and Facebook combined efforts to censor an article from the New York Post, the nation’s oldest continually operating daily newspaper. This Orwellian censorship effort sought to block an exposé by the paper, which revealed Joe Biden and his son Hunter had been regularly abusing the… Keep Reading
By Kelsey Purcell, Contributing Writer Bryson Tiller released “Trapsoul” and long awaited, deluxe edition new album, “Anniversary.” Bryson Tiller is known to mix R&B and hip hop. His style of music is comparable to artists like PartyNextDoor and Roy Woods. He has a soft tone, smooth rhythm and incorporates a synthesizer to create a fusion… Keep Reading
By Ashley Gallagher, Contributing Writer After the success of her third full-length album, “Manic,” Halsey has released the deluxe version of the album. She released two new songs, two remixes, two acoustic songs, four stripped songs and her song with Marshmello, ”Be Kind,” on the deluxe version. These additions help to amplify the themes and… Keep Reading
By Emilie Weinbeck, Staff Writer A new series of documentaries are bringing viewers an inside look into some of the most pressing issues facing society. The “New York Times Presents” is a series of ten standalone documentaries that air every other Friday of each month on Hulu and FX. The series represents the unparalleled journalism… Keep Reading
By Kieran Ryan, Contributing Writer In a world torn by political distress, social injustice and a global pandemic, there is only one thing that can cause society to put their differences behind and unite as one: Fads. Silly bands, Tamagotchis and Psy’s Gangnam Style are just a few examples of the extensive and rich history… Keep Reading
By Max McAuliff, Opinion Editor Christopher Nolan is the most talented writer and director in the entertainment industry right now. Yes, more talented than Quentin Tarantino, Steven Spielberg or even Martin Scorsese. Nolan consistently releases movies that not only receive great reviews, but that make a boatload of money at the box office as well.… Keep Reading
By Kathy Williams, Features Assignment Editor Legendary songwriter and guitarist Eddie Van Halen died on Tuesday, Oct. 6 at age 65. The rock star struggled with several health complications such as injuries from stage performances and diverticulitis, but his death is attributed to his battle with throat cancer. Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, known as Eddie… Keep Reading
Tucker Reilly, News Editor St. Bonaventure University suspended 21 students for attending parties held in the village of Allegany over the weekend, in violation of COVID-19 health and safety policies and the university’s Community Compact. Students had to sign the compact upon arriving at the university last month. In the second major wave of disciplinary… Keep Reading
By Kaitlin Sinclair, Contributing Writer The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Cattaraugus County, located at 2944 Route 16 in North Olean, is a peaceful getaway for students of St. Bonaventure University to visit. While students can go to the SPCA to volunteer, there is also a beautiful view. There is a… Keep Reading
By Richard Williams, Staff Writer St. Bonaventure University’s Jandoli School of Communication will be adding Jackie Trescott, ’68, and Joan Roeben Licursi, ’65, to its Wall of Distinguished Graduates. Announced on Sept. 30, they are 20th and 21st members added to this exclusive list. Trescott and Licursi will join the likes of Adrian Wojnarowksi, sports… Keep Reading
By Matthew Villanueva, Features Editor St. Bonaventure University will be holding Fall Fest next Saturday, Oct. 17. Hosted by Professor Kristen Ryan’s event and sponsorship marketing class, Fall Fest will be a campus-wide, student-only event including six distinct activities: trivia, pumpkin painting, cornhole, kickball, frisbee golf and “The Price is Right” grocery game show. Each… Keep Reading
By Cassidey Kavathas, Staff Writer Random student testing has begun alongside random employee testing to track the community spread of COVID-19 at St. Bonaventure University. Random student testing began the week of Sept. 16. while random employee testing began the week of Sept 21. Employee testing follows the same protocol as student testing, but employees… Keep Reading
By Bryce Kelly, Staff Writer The presidential debates between Joe Biden and Donald Trump have been hyped for months. This election is one of the most consequential in history. Donald Trump is one of the most controversial presidents. He is in danger of becoming the first incumbent to lose the presidential election since George H.W.… Keep Reading
By Ryan Signorino, Associate Editor What started out as a bit of a joke between my housemates and me has turned into a daily series of questions: “Did anyone see any rumors on social media? Did anyone check the website? Did they send out an email with information?” The whiteboard in our kitchen reads “Days… Keep Reading
By Erica Gustafson, Staff Writer As the 2020 presidential election rapidly approaches, voters understand that not everyone will be happy with the results. That is why political parties push for their selected candidate as the race continues forward. It is important to vote and inject yourself into the election process, but the end will result… Keep Reading
By Dominic Gismondi, Staff Writer The United Kingdom, on July 1, 1997, made one of the worst decisions in its long history. It returned Hong Kong to China. Though it was impossible to know at the time, this decision would render millions of lives of Hong Kong citizens undeniably worse. On that day, a clock… Keep Reading
By Matt Polce, Contributing Writer Going into the presidential debate on Sept. 29, I was hopeful. Hopeful that the two candidates might carry themselves with dignity and respect. Hopeful that Trump would leave behind the tactics he used against Hillary Clinton and shut his mouth when Biden speaks. Hopeful that Biden would articulate himself in… Keep Reading
By Matthew Villanueva, Features Editor Strictly based on James Comey’s autobiographical memoir, “A Higher Loyalty,” Jeff Daniels plays the discharged former-FBI director in Showtime’s new Mini-Series “The Comey Rule,” released on Sept. 27. Hired to be the successor to Robert Muller as director of the FBI by President Barack Obama in 2014, Comey’s rise and… Keep Reading
By Max McAuliff, Opinion Editor When J.K. Rowling released “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” (or Sorcerer’s Stone in the United States) in 2001, she had no clue that the “Harry Potter” series would go on to be one of the best selling book series of all time. Rowling went from being on the verge… Keep Reading
Iconic justice leaves vacant seat in Supreme Court By Emelie Weinbeck, Staff Writer The United States of America lost an icon on Sept. 18. Ruth Bader Ginsburg died at 87 from complications of pancreatic cancer. Ginsburg left behind a legacy of landmark cases, advancements in women’s rights and a spotlight in pop culture. Ginsburg started… Keep Reading