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An Update on the Coronavirus

An Update on the Coronavirus

Kate Willett, News Writer November 16, 2020

By now, we all know of the COVID-19 situation and how serious it is. The United States alone has had over 10 million cases and almost 250,000 deaths. Because of this, and how easy it is for the virus...

The Rising Popularity of Podcasts

The Rising Popularity of Podcasts

Sarah Larson, Arts and Community Writer November 16, 2020

Recently, in the entertainment industry, we have seen a growth in the popularity of podcasts. This can be seen as almost every YouTuber and celebrity has created a podcast with some of these being...

Making Connections

Making Connections

Demetria Slyt, Opinion Writer November 16, 2020

Why is it important to make connections? What kinds of connections are there?  When I say connections, I mean the kind you make with people on a daily basis. In today's world, it’s no easy task...

UND Sports Return to Action

James DeArman, Sports Writer November 13, 2020

As the Covid-19 epidemic tightens its grip on North Dakota the need for a distraction and a sense of hope is needed more than ever. Nothing gives us these feelings more than sports and in a time when...

Johnny Depp Forced to Resign by Warner Brothers

Johnny Depp Forced to Resign by Warner Brothers

Brooke Kruger, Opinion Writer November 13, 2020

Multimillion-dollar actor, Johnny Depp, has been asked to resign from the Fantastic Beasts franchise by Warner Brothers, following the loss of his most recent lengthy court battle. Depp had sued British...

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Veterans Day

Brianna Mayhair, News Editor November 11, 2020

November 11, 2020, is Veterans Day, but also marks the 75th anniversary of WWII ending, the 70th anniversary of the Korean War starting, the end of the Panama Invasion, and the start of Desert Shield....

Hawaii: Part II Album Review

Hawaii: Part II Album Review

Sarah Larson, Arts and Community Writer November 9, 2020

During the beginning of quarantine in March, I had discovered an album through TikTok called “Hawaii: Part II” and listened to it non-stop, so I thought it would be fun to revisit the album...

Finding meaning in the little things

Finding meaning in the little things

Demetria Slyt, Opinion Writer November 9, 2020

We each have many different relationships in our life, whether they be family, friends, romantic, or even professional. Within all of these relationships, we find a greater appreciation for the little...

Avid readers are the most susceptible for academic success

Avid readers are the most susceptible for academic success

Brooke Kruger, Opinion Writer November 6, 2020

It is difficult to find successful people who aren’t avid readers. However, according to the National Endowment for the Arts, the percentage of 17-year-olds who choose not to read for pleasure has...

What Makes a Bad Movie Bad?

What Makes a Bad Movie Bad?

Demetria Slyt, Opinion Writer November 2, 2020

Have you ever watched a movie that you were really excited about and it just wasn’t what you expected? Are there too many confusing plot points and not enough relatable characters? Is the acting comparable...

Social Media and Political Ads

Social Media and Political Ads

Sarah Larson, Arts and Community Writer November 2, 2020

Back in September, Facebook had announced they were going to implement policies that would prevent misinformation about the upcoming election one of which being a ban on new political ads the week before...

How to survive Mercury retrograde

How to survive Mercury retrograde

Olga Kopp, Arts and Community Writer November 2, 2020

“I have a huge headache today; it is probably because Mercury is about to retrograde again!”  Have you heard someone mentioning Mercury retrograde and wondered what they were talking about?  Everyone...

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