Bidens Forgives 150,000+ Student Loans
For some of his final days in office, President Joe Biden’s administration has forgiven student loans for over 150,000 select individuals, bringing the total numbers of Americans with student debt …
Articles by Kiara Lam
Attention Spans – Are They Shrinking?
As students, it seems that social media and digital technology have increasingly diminished our attention spans, which definitely has significant consequences for our performance. Attention span is defined as “the …
Venom’s Last Dance
“Who the hell are you?” “I am Venom. And you are mine.” Those are the words that mark the first interaction between Eddie Brock and the alien symbiote (a fictional …
A $10B Deficit – Governor Inslee Calls for Cuts
Due to an increasing demand for public services, in addition to lower tax collections, Washington is facing an estimated operating budget shortage ranging from $10 billion to $12 billion over …
Red Lobster’s Comeback: A New CEO and Fresh Strategies
After struggling through bankruptcy back in May, Red Lobster is back, now managed by the 35-year-old CEO Damola Adamolekun, who was previously the CEO of P.F. Chang’s. The seafood chain …
IKEA Pays 6 Million Euros to East German Prisoners
Last week, the renowned furniture retailer IKEA agreed to pay €6 million ($6.5 million) towards a government fund, which compensates victims of forced labor under Germany’s communist dictatorship, a move …
Artificial Reefs: A Double-Edged Sword
As ecosystem conservation and environmental health becomes increasingly important, we have turned to several solutions in an attempt to mitigate the challenges facing our coastal areas and oceans. One that …
Ballot Boxes Set On Fire In Washington and Oregon
In a series of events leading up to Election Day, three ballot drop boxes in the Portland, Oregon area and Vancouver, Washington, were set on fire, damaging hundreds of ballots. …
From Roaring Engines to Global Fame – How Formula 1 Became More Than Just Racing
From the sound of the roaring engines to the drama on their Netflix show, Drive to Survive, F1 (Formula 1) has become more than a racing sport. As the highest …
Don Toliver: The Psycho Tour’s Stop in Seattle
Last week, the streets of Seattle came alive with Don Toliver, who took the stage at the sold-out WAMU Theater, captivating a crowd that ranged from middle schoolers to middle-aged …
Campus Community Alert: Increase in Vehicle Break-Ins and Theft
In recent days, The Bellevue College Public Safety Department has reported an increase in vehicle-related incidents on campus. Two vehicle break-ins occured near the main entrance in Parking Lots 7 …
Get Ready to Vote: Your Voice Matters
As General Election Day (Nov. 5) is coming up, it’s crucial for all of us–especially students nearing voting age–to understand the voting process, how to make our voices heard, and …
The Closure of Homegrown Sustainable Sandwiches
On Sept. 15th, 2024, Homegrown Sustainable Sandwiches permanently closed its doors, leading to the layoff of 158 employees. In its press release, the company stated that the closure was due …
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Bellevue College
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month, Bulldogs! Observed from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, Americans celebrate the culture and contributions of American citizens of Spanish, Mexican, Caribbean, and Central and South American …
Just How Critical Is Sleep?
As the school year has begun, it seems like a good time to refresh ourselves on an essential part of our days — sleep. As students, it may be tempting …