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Language Matters for Democracy

BY: SCOTT SACKETT, JANDOLI SCHOOL LECTURER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons In a visit to the Dachau concentration camp near Munich, Germany last week, U.S. Vice President JD Vance solemnly addressed a group of dignitaries after meeting a survivor. Beneath a dank gray sky reflecting the emotional undertones of the occasion, Vance said, “I’ve read… Keep Reading

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The Top 100 College Football Players from 2010 to 2023: 70-61

BY: COLIN BISH, STAFF WRITER Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons 70. Running back Blake Corum, Michigan Corum’s small stature never deterred his confidence, as he dominated for Baltimore’s premier high school football program, St. Frances Academy. Corum committed to Michigan, where he saw little activity amid a COVID-shortened season. 2021 saw the native of Marshall,… Keep Reading

Music Reviews/OPINION

‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ The Weeknd [Album Review]

BY: LILLY GOODMAN, STAFF WRITER Album cover from albumoftheyear.org The Weeknd’s new sixth studio album, “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” packs every powerful punch his September single lacked.  Loaded with popular names, such as Playboi Carti and Future, “Hurry Up Tomorrow” features 22 tracks. With a run time of nearly an hour and a half, each song… Keep Reading

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Country Music is Becoming Less Country: The Grammys Proved That

BY: HANNAH WEST, STAFF WRITER Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Out of the three country categories at the GRAMMY Awards, Beyoncé questionably won two and was nominated for all three. Her “country” album, “COWBOY CARTER,” was, in fact, very popular. It surpassed 1 billion streams last year and broke the record for the most streams… Keep Reading

Music Reviews/OPINION

“Lana” SZA [Album Review] 

LILLY GOODMAN, STAFF WRITER  Album Cover from albumoftheyear.com “Lana” — written as a deluxe to SZA’s “SOS” — is an album defined by striking contrasts. Its highs soar to breathtaking heights while the lows do not detract from the overall brilliance.  SZA’s 15-track sophomore album, “Lana,” was released on Dec. 20, 2024, marking a milestone… Keep Reading

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Is the Album Format Dead?

BY: LILLY GOODMAN, STAFF WRITER Photo courtesy of Joseph DeBell / Opinion Editor for The Bona Venture Although playlists and singles dominate modern music, the album format remains a timeless and irreplaceable medium for storytelling.  In an era dominated by streaming platforms and digital downloads, some might wonder if the album format no longer has… Keep Reading

OPINION/Web Exclusives

Women’s Lacrosse Gets Its Moment

BY: HANNAH WEST, STAFF WRITER Photo from Wikimedia Commons Finally, women’s lacrosse players will have a big stage to showcase their sport. On Nov.13, 2024, the Premiere Lacrosse League announced that it is adding a women’s side to its league. The Women’s Lacrosse League will grow lacrosse and make strides for women’s sports.   Before this… Keep Reading

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College Democrats React to Trump’s Election

CLAIRE FISHER: ON BEHALF OF SBU COLLEGE DEMOCRATS Photo: @sbu_collegedems on Instagram Often, when things do not go our way our immediate response is to be disappointed.   We want to be clear, we are not simply disappointed. We are afraid.  Countless voters: women, Black, gay, trans, Christian, Jews, teachers, veterans, sexual assault survivors and immigrant… Keep Reading

‘CHROMAKOPIA’ Tyler, the Creator [Album Review]

LILLY GOODMAN, STAFF WRITER Album cover from albumoftheyear.org “Chroma” meaning color, and “kopia” meaning abundance — Tyler the Creator’s new album, “CHROMAKOPIA,” is conceptually radiant. Tyler’s eighth studio album is 14 tracks long, running just under an hour. The album was released on Oct. 28, 2024, a Monday, rather than the typical tendency of Friday album… Keep Reading

Music Reviews/OPINION

The Weeknd’s New Single Lacks Punch

BY: LILLY GOODMAN, STAFF WRITER Album cover from albumoftheyear.org “Dancing in the Flames” displays The Weeknd’s musical ability but highlights areas where the song could have packed more of a punch.  The Weeknd illustrates a fast-paced evening drive in the city as “Dancing in the Flames” begins. With electric echoes reminiscent of Daft Punk, digital… Keep Reading

OPINION

Underrated Maggie Rogers

BY: HANNAH WEST, STAFF WRITER Photo from Wikimedia Commons Not enough people are talking about Maggie Rogers. Many stumbled upon Roger’s from her song with Zach Bryan, “Dawns,” but her solo works have stunning lyrics and a style different from most modern, popular music.  She is currently on her “Don’t Forget Me” tour, the name… Keep Reading

OPINION

Be Careful with “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story”

BY: HANNAH WEST, STAFF WRITER Photo from Wikimedia Commons A 1994 murder case has been reopened 30 years later because of a Netflix original series. This series, however, is persuading the public eye almost too much.  After being convicted of brutally killing their parents in their living room, Lyle and Erik Menendez were handed a… Keep Reading

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When Alice Asks, Say Yes

BY CHRIS DOODY, STAFF WRITER Get uncomfortable, leave your comfort zone, and visit the St. Francis Inn.  Photo Courtesy, Marrissa Ryan The Inn is a Franciscan, Eucharistic community that empowers people to break the cycle of homelessness and poverty; it seeks to build relationships and respect with those who experience these. Kensington is a notorious… Keep Reading

Music Reviews/OPINION

Tommy Richman: ‘Coyote’ Album Review

BY: LILLY GOODMAN, STAFF WRITER Album cover @tommyrichan.png on Instagram The lush odyssey of Tommy Richman’s “Coyote” was released on Sept. 27, 2023. Pulling the listener in from the first note of the first track, the debut album creates a liminal soundscape. With the shimmering use of synths, velvety bass lines and busy vocals, the… Keep Reading

Music Reviews/OPINION

‘Songs In The Key Of Life’  Album Review

BY: LILLY GOODMAN, STAFF WRITER Album cover from albumoftheyear.org  “Songs In The Key Of Life” isn’t just a staple in Stevie Wonder’s career — it’s a towering musical accomplishment.  This September, Wonder’s 18th studio album, “Songs In The Key Of Life,” celebrated its 48th anniversary. When people hear Wonder’s name, they often think of songs… Keep Reading

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