In a surprising move on Jan. 19, the federal government banned TikTok, leaving millions wondering how they would now spend their screen time. The federal government banned TikTok due to its ties with China, citing potential national security risks, NBC News said. The ban lasted only 12 hours but caused widespread disruption as TikTok was the most downloaded app in 2024, … [Read more...] about TikTok on Pause: The 12-Hour Ban That Shook America’s Social Sphere
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Preview: ‘Iphigenia Among the Taurians’ Isn’t So Tragic
To be taken back into a world of Greek mythology and unique tales, look no further than the Pepperdine Theatre Department's winter production of "Iphigenia Among the Taurians."The production, directed by Bradley Griffin, divisional dean and professor of theatre, opens Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. in Lindhurst Theatre. The show is a lesser-known Greek tragedy which takes audience members … [Read more...] about Preview: ‘Iphigenia Among the Taurians’ Isn’t So Tragic
Manifestation Turns Dreams Into Reality
Manifestation is the belief that thoughts can create a reality, and that things can be brought into existence using the power of the mind, according to BBC. Manifestation, in all its forms, proves to be a powerful tool for achieving goals, cultivating a positive mindset, and attracting the things we desire in life. Students said practices of manifestation have not … [Read more...] about Manifestation Turns Dreams Into Reality
67th Annual GRAMMY Nominations Spark Conversation
The 67th GRAMMY Awards is heading to television screens and streaming platforms Feb. 2, 2025. With the 2025 nominations now released, fans are anticipating which artists will be taking an award home. Among the most popular categories are: Album of the Year, Record of the Year and Song of the Year.First-year Katherine Naté said hearing the nominations did not make her … [Read more...] about 67th Annual GRAMMY Nominations Spark Conversation
Graduates Fight the Theatre Major Stigma
Audition, audition, audition. After graduating from Pepperdine, Theatre alumna Caitlin O’Grady (‘17) moved to Atlanta and was acting and modeling, despite the starving artist stigma. “You're told so often when you're young, and especially in college, and right after college, this isn't a career you should pursue,” O’Grady said. “It's very fickle. It's unstable. But once … [Read more...] about Graduates Fight the Theatre Major Stigma