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To tip or not to tip

Bre Dorrian, News Editor November 17, 2024

On Nov. 12, I went across Warwick Boulevard to get myself lunch from Panera. As I stood waiting for my food, I noticed that not a single person, including myself, ordered from the main registers. Everyone...

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Having empathy for others:

Bre Dorrian, News Editors November 17, 2024

The act of shaving one's head for the ‘4B Movement’ is by far one of the most offensive trends. It was born out of hatred and continues to perpetuate hate the longer it continues. For those not aware,...

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On the Importance of Hope:

Patrick Wood, Staff Writer November 17, 2024

Like many Americans, I was greatly disappointed when I awoke last Wednesday morning. I fear for our country; I am terrified of what we will be in four years, but also who we are now to have elected Donald...

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Debate of the sheets:

Audrey Johns, Staff Writer November 10, 2024

Debates about bedding have been around for ages. Whether it’s if you should make your bed in the morning or how often to wash your sheets, there’s always been one side or the other. The top sheet is...

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The lives of Celebrities:

Lindsay Deyton, Digital Media Manager November 10, 2024

I’ve never understood why people get so obsessed over celebrities. I understand a love for their work and their personality, but excessively devoting your life to them or trying to be like them is insane...

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Anyone can make a crossword puzzle:

Patrick Wood, Staff Writer November 10, 2024

Back in November of 2017, The New York Times published an article titled “How to Solve the New York Times Crossword.” It was an excellent article with a simple premise: anyone can solve a New York...

People talking in class

Lindsay Deyton, Digital Media Manager November 1, 2024

I have a little list of pet peeves. Snack wrappers crunching, slow walkers, bad drivers, etc. But one thing that never fails to irk my nerves is people who can't seem to stop talking in class. I get it....

Which Harry Potter movies are worth watching?

Maggie Gammons, Business Manager November 1, 2024

With Fall officially in full swing, movie binging has begun and what better way to kick off your Halloween-themed event than with Harry Potter? Whether you’ve read the books, watched the movies, or both,...

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Candy Corn- to eat or not to eat?

Bre Dorrian, News Editor October 26, 2024

Candy corn is essentially the poster child for all Halloween candy, yet it doesn’t always get the best rap. It’s everywhere. You either love it, hate it or maybe you’re cool and edgy and say you’re...

Hall’s carpeted dorm room, courtesy of Claire Hall

Student dorm debacle: Floor types

Claire Hall, Lifesyle Editor October 26, 2024

One of the biggest debacles I've had since being at Christopher Newport University for three years is whether carpet or hard flooring is better for dorm rooms. I’ve had experience with both types of...

The importance of floor time

Holly Haydon, Staff Writer October 13, 2024

It is arguable that “floor time” is the absolute best part of the day. I know it's the best part of mine anyway. What is floor time you might ask? Floor time is the part of the day when we are given...

Are Crumbl Cookies becoming overrated?

Holly Haydon, Staff Writer October 13, 2024

In 2020, Crumbl Cookie shops began to pop up everywhere and very quickly grew in popularity. At this time everyone got excited when the cookies for the week were released every Monday. Influencers even...

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