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Toronto defeats Pittsburgh in Spring Opener
Joel Wilson – Staff Writer jnw5443@psu.edu While the angle of the Earth may still indicate winter, the hearts of baseball fans know the truth. The truth is that spring has sprung with the opening games of the Grapefruit and Cactus League being played over the weekend. On Saturday, the Toronto Blue Jays made the one-hour…
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Michigan State University shooting: what to know
Madison Meeks – Opinion Editor mvm7037@psu.edu On Monday, Feb. 13, 2023, a tragic event happened on the campus of Michigan State. The usually busy night streets turned silent as students, staff, and faculty sheltered in place. A gunman opened fire in two buildings, taking three lives while critically wounding five others. The Attack Students,…
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“still”: the perfect song for a sad day
Mary Pintea – News Editor Mvp5879@psu.edu From the comical, “brainless” style of his hit single “lalala” to his latest drop, “still,” Vancouver-based rapper bbno$ has proven his musical diversity. While I could personally write a comprehensive novel on bbno$–real name Alexander Gumuchian–and his insanely enjoyable discography, his most recent drop has dedicated fans like myself…
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Review: Caroline’s ‘Desire’
Nathaniel Clark – A&E Editor nuc5002@psu.edu Caroline Polachek’s “Desire, I Want To Turn Into You” is a transformative odyssey that explores the deepest regions of the loving pop experience. After spending the majority of her career as a member of indie-pop group Chairlift and releasing material under pseudonyms, American singer-songwriter Caroline Elizabeth Polachek released her…
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Rihanna is returning in 2023
Madison Meeks, Nathaniel Clark – Opinion Editor, A&E Editor mvm7037@psu.edu nuc5002@psu.edu After her massive Super Bowl reintroduction, Rihanna has come back to make two announcements: she has a second child and, finally, a new album on the way. On Feb. 12, Rihanna took to the stage for the halftime show at Super Bowl LVII. Her…
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Reading with the Beacon: ‘The Leaving’
Madison Meeks – Opinion Editor mvm7037@psu.edu Photo Credit -The Booked Mama /Amazon Are you looking for a book full of mystery and suspense? “The Leaving” by Tara Altebrando is the perfect novel for you. Tara Altebrando is a graduate of Harvard University and now lives in Queens, New York. Along with writing ‘The Leaving’, she…
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Paul Vs Fury PPV Fight
Jacob Boring – Staff Writer jnb129@psu.edu On Sunday Feb. 26, former Disney-actor-turned-Youtuber, and professional boxer Jake Paul is set to fight professional boxer Tommy Fury. Tommy Fury is the younger brother of the undefeated Heavyweight Champion of the World, Tyson Fury. Jake Paul holds a professional boxing record of 6 wins and no losses, with…
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2023 season MLB Rule Changes
Joel Wilson – Staff Writer jnw5443@psu.edu There will be a few new rules implemented in Major League Baseball for the 2023 season. Each rule is designed to enhance the excitement factor of the game or speed up the pace of play. Both have been paramount issues for Commissioner Rob Manfred. The first of these new…
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