Op-Ed: World in Conflict: Is WW3 Next?
Mark Twain once said, “History never repeats itself, but it does often rhyme.” While today’s patterns of events may not be identical to the previous ones, there are a lot …
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Op-Ed: Is America’s Public Education System Adequate for the Modern World?
The institution of public education is insurmountably important to American life. By 1918, school was mandatory for every child in the United States, irrevocably etched into the fabric of American …
Op-Ed: How Authors Can Help Save the Planet by Writing Shorter Books
Books have been getting longer over the past few decades. From 1999 to 2014, the average length increased from 320 to 407 pages. By 2019, Booker Prize shortlisted books averaged …
Op-Ed: Are Young People Treated as Second-Class Citizens in Society?
Thanks to the Internet and modern technology, young people have lots of opportunities to achieve their dreams and become successful. They’re informed, capable, driven and skilled, and should be able …
Op-Ed: Electric Cars are Cheaper than Ever, But Should You Buy One?
As electric vehicles (EVs) have quickly become the new trendy thing in the automotive industry, many people have started rushing to get their hands on one. It seems only natural …
OPINION: The Curse of Doing Too Well: How Hollywood’s Obsession with the Past Undermines Original Storytelling
On July 14, the contract ending between the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) marked the …
OPINION: TikTok Live: The Strangest Place on the Internet
If you’ve ever been on TikTok LIVE, you know that it’s filled with oddities, like a virtual market — its very own virtual culture. Some content you might expect is …
OPINION: BC is a Community College, and We Shouldn’t Be Ashamed to Admit It
“Bellevue College is not a community college,” is something I’ve often heard repeated during my time at BC. This, however, is a common misconception stemming from the official name change …
OPINION: Artistic Activism or Vandalism? Climate Change Protests Target Famous Artworks
Why do we typically look at art? Do we admire the stroke of a painter’s brush on an oil painting? The detailed chiseling of a sculpture? The complimentary colors of …
OPINION: How Did COVID-19 Affect the Mental Health of Students?
As time goes by, we become more and more aware of how the COVID-19 pandemic affected the mental health of students across the world. Time spent in disrupted routines, secluded …
OPINION: Is AI Devaluing the Humanities?
With the Writer’s Guild of America currently on strike, it sparks conversation on how we see the humanities and, inadvertently, how we value them. According to iSchoolConnect, “The humanities include …
OPINION: Social Media Hasn’t Replaced Reading – It Made It More Popular
In an era where technology is often seen as a destroyer of traditional habits and hobbies, a surprising trend has emerged. Social media, often accused of shortening attention spans and …
OPINION: The Importance of Watching Foreign Media
Though I can possibly consider “Pokémon” or “Ponyo” my introduction to foreign shows and films, my interest truly developed following a TikTok. After scrolling on my TikTok For You Page …
OPINION: How to Navigate Strained Relationships with Parents
Mother’s Day can be a joyous or painful day, as many children have strained relationships with their parents. Having a strained relationship can have many varying levels. They can be …
OPINION: “Time Machine”: Could AI Enable Us to See the Future?
For decades, futurists have envisaged a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is so advanced that it can predict the future with unnerving precision. This vision may sound more like science …
OPINION: Are We on the Verge of a Nuclear Fusion Unlimited Energy Revolution?
The world is on the brink of an energy revolution that could provide a near-limitless, safe and clean energy source for everyone. Recent breakthroughs in nuclear fusion technology have brought …
OPINION: Is a Career in High-Tech Still Worth it in the Age of AI?
In recent years, the world has witnessed rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), which have reshaped various industries, including high-tech. These developments have spurred numerous discussions about the future of …
OPINION: SNAP Emergency Funds Ending Will Only Cause More Food and Housing Insecurity in WA
For the past three years, the whole world has been trying to adapt to a new way of life. The Coronavirus pandemic has created lasting impacts on every aspect of …
OPINION: Should AI Development Take Pause for Regulations?
With the rapid development of platforms like ChatGPT by OpenAI, a lot of conversation has centered around trying to figure out how to regulate artificial intelligence. The AI safety researcher …
OPINION: Journalism Still Plays a Critical Role in Society, Despite Shifting Media Landscapes
Journalism, the cornerstone of democratic societies, plays a pivotal role in shaping public opinion and safeguarding democratic principles. However, many journalists find themselves in the paradoxical situation of being both …