Google Releases New Contact Lens
By: Sarah Wie
Google has been producing countless services and goods, from Google Glasses (does anyone actually use those?) to Google+ and Google Play, most...
Six Critically Injured During Paris Train Station Stabbings
Paris’ metro system is large and intricate, and with more than 217,000 users every day, attacks are highly uncommon. However, an unprovoked attack caused six casualties and havoc in Paris’ Gare du Nord train station, alarming society and disrupting the morning rush hour train services.
Who Is Hakeem Jeffries, Nancy Pelosi’s Replacement?
The 118th Congress has been sworn in, and with it comes a bunch of shake ups in the House of Representatives. The long and strenuous election of Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the House can be left for another time. This new congress saw a new generation of House Democratic leaders, with Hakeem Jeffries as the new caucus leader. So who is he?
A Summer of Protests: The Hong Kong Anti-extradition Protests So Far
by Henry Su
For 14 weeks, the people of Hong Kong have donned masks, goggles, and umbrellas and taken to the streets of the city...
Protests in Peru
Peruvian President Martin Vizcarra’s decision to dissolve Congress has created a huge political upset in Peru, with numerous people currently protesting in the capital,...
Protesters Assemble at UB Against Transphobic Speaker
On Thursday, March 9th, protesters took to the streets of UB, speaking out against Michael Knowles’s invitation to deliver a speech at Slee Hall that evening.
Student shot in Hong Kong becomes symbol of rebellion
On October 1st, an 18 year old high school student from Hong Kong was shot point blank in the chest. The next day,...
Democratic Presidential Candidates in the Mix
The next presidential election will occur in 2016 as will the Democrat primary. Numerous politicians have a chance to make it 12 straight years...
College Board Drops Testing Requirements
On January 19th, College Board announced the permanent cancellation of all Subject Tests in the United States, with the SAT Essay following suite after June 2021
Halloween: A Haunting History of Fun and FestivityÂ
By: Darshini DayanidhiÂ
Halloween, celebrated annually on October 31, has an intricate 2,000-year history. Its origins can be traced to an ancient Celtic festival called...