While the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq have generated controversy, there are individual stories of heroism that have come out of those experiences. One of those stories was the survival of US Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell. In his 2007 memoir “Lone Survivor,” he details, with assistance from British novelist Patrick Robinson, “Operation Redwing” — a 2005 U.S. military operation with … [Read more...] about US Navy SEALs struggle to survive
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Beyonce’s album shifts the industry’s expectations
Beyonce comes back with her new record as one of a select few pop stars who is not afraid of trying something different in the music industry. In this era, when people only buy their favorite tracks from an album, it is hard to see a record succeed both critically and commercially. Based on that, and on the fact that no kind of promotion was made before its release, Beyonce … [Read more...] about Beyonce’s album shifts the industry’s expectations
Beyonce revolutionizes the music industry
Anyone who drops an album with no warning and then casually Instagrams vegan cupcakes has to be on another level than the rest of the world. Pop world Queen Bey did just that, and then let the world obsess over her while she slept like royalty. From the album name to the lyrics, Beyonce takes a whole new spin on self-confidence. She is Beyonce, but what does that mean? Is … [Read more...] about Beyonce revolutionizes the music industry
Teach for America lifts through education
When thinking of the less fortunate, most Americans think of those living in Third World countries. They imagine kids in Africa with nothing to eat. They think of the children in Mexico who are not able to receive a proper education. However, they rarely stop and think of the youth within their own communities who face the same burdens. There are organizations, such as … [Read more...] about Teach for America lifts through education
Do cell phones really cause cancer?
Art by Sacha Irick It’s our generation’s greatest addiction. The cell phone epidemic has infected many home, school and work environments, and our dependency is developing as early as elementary school. Technology, such as smartphones, allows access to the wide world of information and enables constant communication. However, there are many detriments to the digital age, and … [Read more...] about Do cell phones really cause cancer?