Op-Ed

A Data Collector in the Pockets of Millions of Americans: Tik Tok and its Ties to the Chinese Communist Party

A Data Collector in the Pockets of Millions of Americans: Tik Tok and its Ties to the Chinese Communist Party

Op-Ed, Uncategorized February 8, 2023 at 9:00 am Comments are Disabled

By: Liam W. Cooney | Staff Writer Endless dances and catchy songs, robot voices and Tik Tok trends. This is my little known knowledge about the social media platform that is Tik Tok, well, in terms of the actual usage of the app itself. I am often the person that is sent a Tik Tok, or told a Tik TokRead More

Your Guide to Galentine’s Day

Your Guide to Galentine’s Day

Activities, Op-Ed February 6, 2023 at 4:49 pm Comments are Disabled

By: Madeline Stephens | Staff Writer If you haven’t made it to Pinterest, don’t worry, I’m bringing it to you.   Valentine’s season is a time for couples to celebrate each other, but that doesn’t mean the singles should feel left out. If you’re anything like me, you love the ambiance of the holiday- the shades of reds and pinks andRead More

'Tis the Season for Starbucks' Holiday Drinks

‘Tis the Season for Starbucks’ Holiday Drinks

Op-Ed December 13, 2022 at 2:47 pm Comments are Disabled

By: Maggie Kelly | Staff Writer For coffee lovers, it seems that the holiday season does not officially start until they can get their favorite drink in the classic Starbucks red holiday cup. This year, the franchise is celebrating the 25th anniversary of that very cup. On November 3rd, six specialty drinks were added to Starbucks’ menu. While it isRead More

Best in Newport: Guacamole

Best in Newport: Guacamole

Op-Ed December 6, 2022 at 8:00 am Comments are Disabled

By: Moira Tirrell | Staff Writer If there is one thing I love it is some good guacamole. In my humble opinion, Newport is home to some of the best guacamole. This is exactly why I chose to check out some of the various guacamole dishes around town to see which was my number one. Tijuana Burrito Grill To startRead More

Alum Eilis O'Neil Rocked my World... at Wave Cycle

Alum Eilis O’Neil Rocked my World… at Wave Cycle

Op-Ed, Uncategorized October 31, 2022 at 12:24 pm Comments are Disabled

By: Emma Liarikos | Social Media Coordinator If you’re like me, then you’ve struggled finding a workout routine that works. I have trouble sticking with one specific thing, because I so easily get bored. I’ve tried yoga, pilates, weight lifting, running, walking – I’ve done it ALL! But none of it was anything I particularly enjoyed doing. However, there wasRead More