“How Do You Live?” An Essay on Seasonal Depression
The State of Washington has become a center of cold, harsh weather where the majority of the days out of the year consist of early sunsets and gloomy days. This […]
Articles by Gaebrielle Manikan
Have We Become Too Dependent on Technology As Students?
Last November of 2024, Washington suffered from a deadly bomb cyclone that caused region-wide power outages that lasted for days. With utilities, data connection, electricity and overall technology down, many […]
Jim Carrey and the Eager Comeback of Nostalgic Comedy
During the peak of modern classic Hollywood, the 90s to 2000s were composed of hundreds of comedy movies and pieces performed by an array of actors who knew how to […]
“Who’s Your Daddy:” Have We Finally Crossed Fan Boundaries? The Internet’s Oversexualization of Pedro Pascal
The internet phenomena of identifying “celebrity daddies” reached peak virality when Pedro Pascal was labeled “Internet Daddy” on an episode of The Graham Norton Show last Feb. The episode featured […]
Two Act For Young Wizards: Puffs, A Fall Play at Bellevue College
The arts that Bellevue College promotes are not limited to just live musical performances and fine art showcases, but its Theatre Arts Program as well. The BC Theatre Arts Department […]
Seattle’s Famous Pike Place Gum Wall Cleaned
Pike Place Market has become one of Seattle’s top local and tourist spots for those who want to shop, eat and enjoy a beautiful sea-life view. From local artisan goods […]
Battleground: The Swing States and Their Importance to Presidential Elections
The 2024 Presidential Election was a prolific moment in history that resulted in a tight race between the Democratic and Republican parties, who have campaigned across the nation throughout the […]
Powerball! Should We Be Incentivizing Voter Registration? The Political Lottery of Elon Musk
With a network of $270.3 billion, Elon Musk has reached incredible heights of wealth through his companies like Tesla, SpaceX and his current start-up company, xAI. Apart from his multiple […]
It’s A ‘Femininomenon’! The Fall and Rise of Girl-Pop Superstars
There are eras throughout the years when a certain genre of artists thrives, and when people think of music from that period of time, they often associate it with specific […]
Seattle’s Embrace of Deaf Culture at the 2024 DeafNation Expo
Just about 74% of the deaf community from the state of Washington resides in Seattle. The city is considered accessible to the community through its multiple state events and organizations […]
“A Hope for the Arts”: A Review of the Lorenzo Micheli Concert at Bellevue College
The evening of Lorenzo Micheli’s Concert on Oct. 15, 2024 in the Carlson Theatre of Bellevue College consisted of multiple compositions from a variety of classical musicians like Debussy, Mozart, […]
When You Wish Upon A Star, Watch It Burst From Afar: The Blaze Star
Recent astronomical activities show that our night sky will be hosting another rare event for astronomers and starwatchers to witness. Often, news outlets will announce eclipse dates or that an […]
Virtuoso: Lorenzo Micheli Performing Live at Bellevue College This October
An appreciation of music is not an uncommon trait for most people. From genre to genre, there is a sense of enjoyment when listening to tunes as we study or […]
“They’re Eating the Lies”: Investigating Political Misinformation in the Trump Campaign
Various allegations made by presidential candidates in the ongoing election have had great impacts on the media and lives of U.S. citizens. One of these is a statement that former […]
Up Above the World So High… A Mini Moon Orbiting the Earth on September 29
The wonders of space have always fascinated people, even beyond the science community. From supernovas to black holes, there has not been a dull moment with astronomy, which will now […]
Can’t-Miss Summer 2024 Events in Washington
One of the many reasons we enjoy summer are the beautiful beaches and finding time to spend with our family and friends. Apart from relaxing on the warm sand are […]
Can’t Take the Heat? Safety Tips for Washington’s Recent Heat Index
As enjoyable as the clear skies, high sun and almost-perfect beach weather is, the recent summer heat has caused multiple heat advisories to be alarmed across Washington State in cities […]
Vore: The Pipeline of Cannibalism as Horror to Romantic
Reader discretion is advised as cannibalism is a sensitive subject involving gore, death, and other forms of violence. This article will tackle its history and explore the connotations of romance […]
Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz Steps Down Amid Discrimination Lawsuit Against Seattle PD
On May 20, a lawsuit was filed by Eric Greening, a Seattle Police Captain, against Chief Adrian Diaz and the Seattle Police Department, who were accused of allegedly discriminating against […]
OPINION: What Happened to Romance? A Look at College Hook-Up Culture
Prior to the modern era, traditionalists would often associate dating with courtship and romance, saving the act of sexual intercourse for a later time to initiate, whether it be kissing, […]