What’s Going on with Trump’s Tariffs?
Recently, President Trump has imposed tariffs on imports from several countries. According to CNBC, Trump has planned to have a 10% tariff for all countries, but some countries will have …
Articles by Lance Atienza
No Shooting at the Southcenter Mall?
The Southcenter Mall in Tukwila is a mall beloved by many locals. With places like Gen Korean BBQ House or Uniqlo, the mall offers a diverse experience for anyone looking …
How President Trump’s Executive Orders Might Affect Trans Students
On Jan. 20, 2025, President Trump issued an Executive Order titled “Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government” where he defined assigned sex …
Measles Outbreak in Bellevue
On Feb. 26, 2025, there was a confirmed measles case in King County. The disease was found in an infant, and according to the King County Government, there were multiple …
Trump and the Uncertain Future of DEI
What are DEI Programs? The term DEI stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Many of these programs utilize these concepts as they aim to create equitable environments within society for …
Discover Taiwanese Culture with Bellevue College’s Taiwanese Student Association
Are you interested in learning more about Taiwanese culture? If so, Bellevue College’s Taiwanese Student Association (TSA) is a club right up your alley! The TSA’s mission is to create …
Health Careers Club, Your Prescription for Success in Healthcare!
An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but not these future healthcare professionals from the Health Careers Club! This club’s mission is to bring together students interested in …
DeepSeek, Rival to ChatGPT?
Recently, there has been a lot of buzz around a new Chinese startup, DeepSeek. After all, it was responsible for the largest single-day loss in U.S. corporate history, as Nvidia, …
SKY Club: Encouraging Campus Happiness!
Have you ever looked at the bright blue sky, counted the clouds, and felt more content than ever before? Well, the SKY Campus Happiness club aims to bring this feeling …
TikTok is Banned?
In the spring of 2024, President Biden signed a law that would make TikTok banned in America. This controversial decision has led the 170 million active American users (Backlinko) to …
Biden’s Mixed Legacy Cemented in the Final Months of Presidency
As Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20, 2025 comes closer, President Biden’s presidency is coming to an end. As a result, there has been a lot of interest in Biden’s last …
Best Black Friday Deals
Black Friday is coming up! I’m sure that everyone is excited to buy something because there are so many good deals going on. I have compiled a list of some …
Bird Flu Cases Confirmed in Washington
What is bird flu? According to Mayo Clinic, it is an infectious viral disease that primarily affects birds and mammals. Specifically, the “H5N1” strain is particularly severe within avian species, …
Could Trump Get Rid of The Department of Education?
The Department of Education is a cabinet-level department of the US government and focuses on education around the country. The official website of the Department of Education says that its …
Unleash Your Creativity at BC: Join the Art and Design Club for Inspiration, Community, and New Opportunities!
Hey, BC students! Have you been looking for new places to show your creativity? Perhaps share a drawing that you’re really proud of? Look no further than the Art and …
Apple Releases New AI Software on iPhones
On Oct. 28, 2024, Apple released a software update that centered around artificial intelligence for the iPhone. This personal intelligence system, Apple Intelligence, is designed to improve the customer’s experience …
Best Halloween Costume Ideas
Halloween is coming up and I’m sure that everyone is ready to trick or treat! But first, where did trick-or-treating come from? According to History.com, Halloween first originated in the …
2024 Nobel Prize Winners Announced- Local UW Professor Wins
Have you heard of the inventor of the knock-knock joke? They just won the no-bell prize! But what are the Nobel Prizes? The Nobel Prizes have been awarded to individuals …
California Bans Legacy Admissions for Private Universities
On Sept. 30, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 1780 which banned the advantage that legacy holders have in the admissions process for private nonprofit colleges. The idea behind AB …
SESAC-YouTube Fallout: Song Library in Tatters
Have you recently tried to listen to one of your favorite artists and realized that you can’t find them on YouTube? If so, you’re not alone. Ever since Sept. 29, …