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This new blood test could detect up to 18 different types of cancer
Eva Buto Science Editor evie@psu.edu Cancer is one of the biggest threats to people’s lives worldwide, with approximately 1.9 million new cancer cases diagnosed each year in America alone. Prevention and treatment is one of the most important topics in the medical field. However, prevention measures often need to be balanced with cost and…
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Trials: Michigan school shooter’s mom is found guilty of manslaughter
Madison Meeks mvm7037@psu.edu Editor in chief PONTIAC, MICH. – Tuesday , Feb. 6, A Jury found the mom of Michigan school shooter Ethan Crumbley guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the murder of four students in 2021. Jennifer and James Crumbley are the first parents in United States history to be charged for a mass…
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Long Term Money Scam Known as ‘Pig Butchering’ Becoming More Prevalent
Amanda Ross Staff Writer amr8469@psu.edu The FBI has begun cracking down on a new, long term scam known as Pig Butchering. In this scam, victims are convinced to send large amounts of money overseas over a significant period of time. While victims may be able to withdraw money for a short period of time,…
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Over 100 Protesters Arrested at Pennsylvania Capitol Over State’s Israel Investments
Harrison Lilley Staff Writer hjl5363@psu.edu HARRISBURG, PA – In a pivotal demonstration against the Pennsylvania state government’s investments in Israel, more than 100 protesters were arrested on the steps of the Capitol Rotunda in Harrisburg on Monday. According to KDKA, a spokesperson for the Department of General Services, which includes the Pennsylvania Capitol Police,…
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New Electronic System for Processing Rape Kits Proposed in PA Senate
Amanda Ross Staff Writer amr8469@psu.edu On Feb. 1, 2024, lawmakers in the PA House of Representatives announced that they were introducing a bill that would create a electronic system with which to track rape kits within the state. The bill is a response to the increasing number of backlogged physical rape kits which have…
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Behrend Students Visit Bayfront Convention Center for Annual Leadership Conference
Charlie Garner Opinion Editor avg6206@psu.edu is past weekend, a large group of Behrend students took time out of their Friday and Saturday to attend the 2024 Leadership Conference. This conference offers insight into a multitude of paths students can take to decide their future as leaders. Students got the opportunity to experience what professional…
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Mary Beacon’s Advice
Q: How do you get a guy to like you? If you feel like you need to change yourself to get a guy to like you, then that guy is not worth it. No man is worth not being yourself. Never go out of your way for a guy you don’t even think even likes…
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Some Triumphs and Upsets: The 2024 Grammy Awards
Charlie Garner Opinion Editor avg6206@psu.edu The “biggest night in music” was recently held this past Sunday on February 4. As a huge fan of music and pop culture, of course I have some things to say about how the night turned out. Obviously, I have to mention the giant, record-breaking elephant in the room……
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