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DEBUNKED: Think the flu shot gives you the flu? Think again.

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Art by Andrea Wijaya Every year, doctors advise their patients to get flu shots to protect themselves against the influenza virus. However, the Trust for American Health has estimated that only 45 percent of Americans get the flu vaccine on a yearly basis. If medical professionals are so adamant about getting vaccinated, why do the majority of Americans seem to be so … [Read more...] about DEBUNKED: Think the flu shot gives you the flu? Think again.

REELSTORIES come to life

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A high-profile snowboarding rivalry, an Olympic dream and stunning action footage of pro-snowboarders comprise  “The Crash Reel.” The story centers on young snowboarder, Kevin Pearce, who rose to the top of his sport and gained enough fame and attention to rival the renowned Shaun White. In the midst of Pearce’s success, a horrific accident during a 2009 practice run in Utah … [Read more...] about REELSTORIES come to life

Sweet dreams, Pepperdine, and dream on

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Your alarm clock beeps incessantly, screeching that it’s time to get ready for that 8 a.m. organic chemistry test. You struggle out of bed, hiding for one last moment underneath your covers as you take a deep breath and toss them aside. Stumbling to the bathroom, you brush your teeth and apply deodorant in record time. Then, wandering back into your room, you pick out your … [Read more...] about Sweet dreams, Pepperdine, and dream on

Save money and buy things at the best time

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I was inspired by whowhatwear.com’s list of best times to buy things, but obviously it was geared toward an older audience. I don’t know about you, but I frankly don’t care that luggage is cheaper in March. My luggage only has one purpose: taking massive amounts of clothes to and from my home in Arizona. I’m a college student; I don’t have to rush to New York City for a … [Read more...] about Save money and buy things at the best time