Share: With Primetime, the film about Chris Hansen’s “To Catch a Predator” coming out this Friday, there’s a good chance that you have already seen Robert Pattinson’s face on the big screen at least once this year. At some point, Anne Hathaway was probably also on your screen; by the end of this year, she will have starred in five films. Zendaya has taken over both your screens in theaters and at home with five major projects, including the highly anticipated final season of Euphoria. …
Hiding behind religion on September 11 has left scars on a torn nation
Share: A quarter of a century ago, terrorists changed the foundation of America as a whole forever when they stole nearly three thousand lives. That is not to mention the lives of the first responders who suffered health complications from that day. Not only did they destroy families in a heinous attempt to justify their delusional beliefs and hatred towards people they do not classify as their own, but they also managed to destroy the lives of the very people whose religion they claimed to …
Target has shown its true face again and it’s ugly
Share: The mask of Target has once again fallen, showing that the company does not care for people of color, despite the face they put on about being inclusive. That very idea was certainly refuted just in the past year when, after President Donald Trump was inaugurated and signed orders that targeted diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, Target decided to roll back its programs. This started a series of boycotts because, in doing this, Target was telling people of color that they did not …
With a message of peace, Macklemore made an unlikely martyr
Share: Despite the personal beliefs held by venue owners, the act of regulating performers’ messages goes directly against creative expression and disregards the layered history of music utilized within political movements. Ed Sheeran’s Loop Tour has encountered a predicament as Macklemore’s “Free Palestine” speech ultimately led to him being eliminated from the lineup for the rest of the tour. After receiving notice of venues prohibiting the rapper from performing, Sheeran’s tour promoter, Messina Touring Group, fired him. This controversial decision has resulted in an eruption …
Thinness has become a Grande problem
Share: Ariana Grande has a big problem, and it’s not her last name. Over the past few months, she has been a main topic of discussion for her dangerously thin appearance. Mainly facing criticism from fans and the general public. Although people’s bodies should not be a topic of discussion, Grande’s appearance is becoming a dangerous look into the ever-growing eating disorder aesthetic revival, and it cannot be ignored. Grande recently announced her upcoming hiatus through a People Magazine article. Her representative spoke for her, …
Six Flags needs to X out X2
Share: In the world-famous park of thrills and chills, Six Flags is under fire for yet another tragic death and life-threatening injuries due to the X2 ride, the unfortunate price of a thrilling day. Only a few days apart, two incidents occurred that resulted in severe damage. Not only should the X2 ride be shut down permanently, but the entire park should be re-evaluated and undergo an investigation for each of its thrill rides. In 2022, a young man, Christopher Hawley, passed away after losing …
$17.1 Billion: The price Meta will pay to keep your attention
Share: It’s 11:47 p.m on a Wednesday, and the only light sources flooding the bedroom are an iPhone open to TikTok and a half-finished Canvas quiz due at 11:59 p.m. After careful consideration to stop scrolling and attempt to finish the final 9 questions on the quiz, one last notification: “Don’t Lose Your Streak!” It’s from Meowduko, a sudoku-like app, but instead of numbers, it’s an AI picture of a cat. The streak is already on day 39, and messing up the streak cancels all …
In Olympics preparations, who will speak for the trees?
Share: With the 2028 Equestrian Olympics being held at the Santa Anita Racetrack, the well-being of an alarming number of native oak trees is being threatened. The project involves expanding the equestrian cross-country course and aims to remove 34 native oak trees, also affecting up to 45 other oaks’ root systems in the process of construction. Although a solid conclusion has not been determined yet, the organizers have shown little regard for the environment and the community in their plans. This decision ultimately comes down …
California should always be ready for the ‘Big One’
Share: Californians have become comfortable with minor earthquakes occurring and easily brush off the idea of how destructive an earthquake can be. California has not been hit with a major earthquake in about 30 years. There is a whole new generation that has not experienced what “The Big One” feels like. With the recent earthquakes in Colombia and Venezuela, this is a reminder to Californians that they are also vulnerable to high-magnitude earthquakes capable of massive destruction, injuries, and loss of loved ones. Since the …
Editorial: Journalism needs to be valued now more than ever
Share: “Now this is real journalism…real boots on the ground journalism.” This phrase has become increasingly popular as netizens use it when seriously applauding good journalistic work or when meme-ifying lighthearted informatic content. Yet, this social trend isn’t so trivial. It exposes the negative perception towards journalism, one that is void of discernment, jeopardizes the fourth estate as a whole, and unfairly disregards the challenging work reporters do. Drawing on the experiences of the Courier, we’ve seen how journalistic work can be misunderstood, distrusted, and …