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OPINION: The way to fusion-based power is closer than we think

OPINION: The way to fusion-based power is closer than we think

Amy Waas November 7, 2019

Imagine taking the most powerful energy source in the universe and harnessing it to create a sustainable, low-risk, clean source of energy on Earth. Though it sounds impossible, a global initiative has...

OPINION: A presidential press conference circus

OPINION: A presidential press conference circus

Ricky Barker, Columnist November 6, 2019

In a move that should surprise no one, President Donald Trump took what could have been a respectful and patriotic victory for his presidency and turned it into a circus. On Oct. 26, CNN reported that...

The Tea: Richard Burr wants more taxes?

The Tea: Richard Burr wants more taxes?

Tommy Mozier, Senior Reporter November 6, 2019

The NCAA proved me wrong. After California forced its hand, the NCAA ruling board voted unanimously Oct. 29 to begin the process to allow college athletes to profit off of their names and likenesses. Aside...

OPINION: Periods aren't feminine, they're human

OPINION: Periods aren’t feminine, they’re human

Amy Waas November 1, 2019

One adjective, “feminine,” has the power to exclude entire groups of people from receiving the care they need. Pads, tampons and the like are commonly referred to as “feminine hygiene” products,...

OPINION: Undocumented workers take jobs Americans won't, and then pay taxes

OPINION: Undocumented workers take jobs Americans won’t, and then pay taxes

Caleb Garbuio, Columnist November 1, 2019

Since his election campaign, President Donald Trump has often stated that undocumented migrants take more from the United States than they contribute. Trump’s assertion is false because migrant workers...

My Last Word: Men’s basketball is getting turned around

My Last Word: Men’s basketball is getting turned around

Brooks Maynard, Reporter October 31, 2019

Early Oct. 26, former Mountaineer shooting guard Ronshad Shabazz was selected No. 13 overall in the NBA G League Draft by the College Park Skyhawks, the G League affiliate of the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks.  To...

The Tea: Mark Zuckerberg has a duty to curb fake news

The Tea: Mark Zuckerberg has a duty to curb fake news

Tommy Mozier, Senior Reporter October 30, 2019

Standing in front of a packed room at Georgetown University on Oct. 17, Mark Zuckerberg looked as pristine as he could. Fit, groomed and confident, portraying himself as the ultimate protector of free...

OPINION: Justin Trudeau created his own problems

OPINION: Justin Trudeau created his own problems

Ricky Barker, Columnist October 30, 2019

After a rough term, Canada’s once well-loved liberal prime minister is facing consequences from his false promises.  In a contentious election, Liberal Party incumbent Justin Trudeau won re-election...

Letter to the Editor: Get informed, and vote on campus

Letter to the Editor: Get informed, and vote on campus

Op-Ed October 28, 2019

It’s 2019, and the Municipal Elections are around the corner. The energy around a local election is not often as infectious as that of a presidential or a midterm. I am one of those people with clipboards...

OPINION: It's not autonomous, it's automatic

OPINION: It’s not autonomous, it’s automatic

Amy Waas October 25, 2019

Imagine a robot so realistic and sophisticated it could answer questions with original answers, communicate with emotions and think for itself. Imagine a robot so good at communicating with humans that...

The Tea: Few trees grow in Trump's swamp

The Tea: Few trees grow in Trump’s swamp

Tommy Mozier, Senior Reporter October 24, 2019

For some of President Trump’s swamp creatures, impeachment and the media maelstrom surrounding it is, paradoxically, a positive. As the public and media sit understandably transfixed on what comedian...

OPINION: Medicare-for-all or private insurers? Why not both?

OPINION: Medicare-for-all or private insurers? Why not both?

Ricky Barker, Columnist October 23, 2019

Health care a most pressing issue for many Americans. It’s a topic mentioned repeatedly on campaign trails. Candidates offer different solutions, but with such a complex issue, it's hard to know what...

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