Say Hello To Romance! Did “The Art of Loving” Begin A New Trend of Wholesome Loving?
Olivia Dean’s new album “The Art of Loving” feels like a breath of fresh air in a world where modern dating often looks more like a highlight reel than real …
November 2025
Finding Warmth Amidst The “Seattle Freeze”, From One Transplant to Another
When I think of Seattle, I often refer to popular movies and TV shows that use the city as their setting and background, such as “10 Things I Hate About …
The Undying Legacy of 6 7
The 6-7 meme is among the most enduring of recent fads, still raging in popularity today. Parents hear their children shout it whenever possible, and high school teachers are burdened …
Jeff Buckley and “Grace” – An Album Overview
Nov. 17 would have been Jeff Buckley’s 59th birthday. Born in 1966 in California, Buckley had grown up around music. Although he only met him once, his father, Tim Buckley, …
“Because Of Where You Are Now”— The Traveling Washington Supreme Court Visits Bellevue College
On Nov. 12 and 13, the Washington State Supreme Court visited Bellevue College as a part of their Traveling Court program. On Wednesday, they held several panel visits to classrooms …
Socialist Katie Wilson, Our Newly Elected Mayor of Seattle
On Nov. 4, Katie Wilson unseated experienced Seattle mayor and politician Bruce Harrell by a 50.2% vote. Seattle’s Mayor-elect Katie Wilson describes herself as a democratic socialist and progressive who …
Grandpabot: A Solution to Overcoming Grief or a Continuation of the Loneliness Epidemic?
Can grief be dealt with through automation? Is digital immortality possible? 10 years ago, these questions would have been impossible to answer, but nowadays, modern scientists have managed to come …
Starbucks Union Strike Continues in Seattle Amidst Red Cup Day
Starting on Nov. 13, Starbucks employees in the Seattle area have been picketing outside of stores as part of a nationwide unfair labor practice strike. Baristas began the strike during …
The Last Penny, What It Means for the Country
On Nov. 12, 2025, the U.S. Treasury minted and pressed the last penny. Under the new Trump Administration, President Donald J. Trump decided that the penny was “wasteful” and officially …
Bellevue College Protest: How the Budget Cuts Affect Our Faculty
Due to a state-budget shortfall, Bellevue College needs to cut $4.7 million to balance its budget. The recent dissolvement of the School of Business and Technology and the termination of …
Still Making America Great Again? The Aftermath of the 2025 Government Shutdown
For 43 days, politicians on either side of the political aisle stood their ground firmly as millions of Americans witnessed the unfolding of the longest government shutdown in the nation’s …
The Starbucks $30 “Bearista” Cup: Cute Collectable or Product of Consumerism?
Starbucks released its holiday merchandise on Nov. 6, and the brand-new “Bearista” cup has created chaos among customers. The glass teddy bear-shaped cup had customers waiting outside of store hours …
The Climate Disaster’s Tipping Point: Are Our Reefs at the Point of No Return?
The Global Tipping Points Report 2025, released by the University of Exeter and international partners including the Stockholm Resilience Centre, revealed that the Earth has reached its first major climate …
Has The Fallen Angel Become A Malignant Devil? A Review of Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein (2025)
Since childhood, Guillermo del Toro has been fascinated with monsters. In fact, one of his first toys, which he still owns, was a plush werewolf that he sewed together with …
2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Who Are the Newest Legends of Rock?
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame includes four categories—Performer, Musical Influence Musical Excellence and the Ahmet Ertegun Award. The Performer category is for artists whose music and originality have …
Bulldog Days, A Recap
Fall Quarter is in full swing, Bulldogs, so hopefully you’re taking care of yourself amidst midterms! This week was BC’s quarterly Bulldog Days, an opportunity to show school spirit, enjoy …
“There’s Light At The End Of The Tunnel”, BC Women’s Volleyball Win Final Home Game Before NWAC Championship
The home game on Friday, Nov. 7 had the Bulldogs staying true to themselves for a sentimental finale of their 2025-2026 season. Winning 3-0 against Whatcom Community College, Bellevue’s overall …
From Nordic Folklore To Trending Accessories- The Origin and Impact of “Labubu”
In the ’80s, there were Cabbage Patch Kids. In the ’90s, Beanie Babies and Tamagotchis. The 2010s marked the rise of fidget spinners. It’s no surprise that every decade has …
Budget Cuts Discussion Continues Despite Stark Frustration Regarding Administrative Communication
“The optics are looking really bad in divisions with staff, things that are being said on campus and talked about among staff,” said one attendee at last week Monday’s budget …
Honor Heroes at Bellevue’s Veterans Day Ceremony
On Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to noon, Pacific Veterans will be holding a ceremony to honor veterans. Taking place at Sunset Hills Memorial Park and Funeral Home Chapel, the …