Love is in the air, and so is the drama. “The Bachelor” is back for season 29. Grant Ellis kicked off his journey to find love with a night full of first impressions, bold entrances and, of course,...

As many people begin to fully recognize the gravity of the recent inauguration, it becomes clear Donald Trump will be a president for only one demographic: straight white men.  Trump’s blatantly...

What is the most valued trait in a faculty member of a university? Intelligence? Professionalism? Empathy? In essence, the intricate process of hiring a faculty member is choosing the person who is going...

Shame is a powerful tool used by many to manipulate and control the masses. Whether it be a politician, or your next door neighbor, we as humans exist in societies and structures that use shame to intimidate...

There are times in social, professional, academic and familial situations when small talk is all that is left to break the ice. There are many topics known to fit the bill perfectly for these awkward moments...

As 2025 kicks off, thousands of people are using the new year as an opportunity to get rid of unwanted habits and begin new ones. This year, many are referring to this New Year’s practice as “ins and...

In light of the 2024 presidential election results, many U.S. residents have been looking into moving out of the country. It’s understandable and valid to feel scared for what the future will look like...

Not enough people are taking advantage of the magic of reading. There is something unique about reading that cannot be found anywhere else.  You can watch a movie or listen to music or look at a painting...

Hurricane Helene was an unprecedented event for Western North Carolina, and App State did the best they could given the circumstances. The last time Boone experienced major flooding comparable to the damage...

The ballroom sparkled brighter than ever as “Dancing with the Stars” wrapped up its season with an electrifying finale on Nov. 26. With the coveted Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy on the line, the five...

In a genre with reality in the name, recent reality television has been feeling artificial and formulaic. With every dating show seeing the same tropes and competition shows consisting of the same played-out...

This week’s “Dancing with the Stars” brought the heat for the semi-finals as the competition narrowed to its highest stakes yet. Each of the remaining five couples delivered two routines to showcase...