Apple visionary Steve Jobs has passed away at the age of 56. He had been fighting a battle against a rare form of pancreatic cancer. Jobs had resigned as CEO only a few weeks prior. His death was announced in a statement by Apple Wednesday. … [Read more...] about Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple, dies at 56
Social justice rock opera takes Smothers stage for the last time
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE — With only two shows remaining, audiences have just two chances to see Nevin James and company perform the original social justice rock opera “Death and Victory in Paris,” while at the same time gaining a new outlook on life. Friday, Oct. 7, and Saturday, Oct. 8., a group of student artists will take the stage at Smothers Theatre at 8 p.m for the final … [Read more...] about Social justice rock opera takes Smothers stage for the last time
Laura Marling edges out Kanye, pushes folk envelope
As all four of my loyal readers will recall, in our last time together we talked Mumford & Sons. But to discuss their lovely music and lyrical depth in a vacuum does a disservice to the rest of the circle of musicians dubbed by the media as the “West London folk scene.” It neglects one particularly talented and fascinating up-and-comer — 21-year-old Laura Marling of … [Read more...] about Laura Marling edges out Kanye, pushes folk envelope
Amanda Knox found not guilty of murder, Moore correct
Today an Italian appeals court found American Amanda Knox not guilty of murder, overturning the original 2009 verdict. However, she was found guilty of slander, a sentence of three years, which she has already served. Her family is attempting to get her out of Italy as soon as possible. Knox was originally convicted and sentenced to 26 years in prison, of which she has already … [Read more...] about Amanda Knox found not guilty of murder, Moore correct