• “9-1-1” best first responder show on television

    Madison Meeks – Opinion Editor mvm7037@psu.edu Firefighters have been becoming popular in television series since 2012. Every major cable television network such as ABC, CBS, NBC, and FOX. Even though other television stations have released other firefighter shows, this is just going to focus on the four major cable stations currently airing firefighter shows.  NBC…

  • Reading with The Beacon: “Cinder”

    Madison Meeks – Opinion Editor  mvm7037@psu.edu Photo Credit: Madison Meeks / Behrend Beacon Science fiction, fairy tales, and cyborgs, “Cinder” has it all and more. “Cinder” by Marissa Meyer was released on January 3, 2012. It is the first book in “The Lunar Chronicles” with three additional books, a prequel, and a couple of novellas…

  • Miniview 1: Matt Watson’s “SEE YOU THERE”

    Nathaniel Clark – A&E Editor nuc5002@psu.edu Photo Credit: awful treasures inc. After a short delay, comedian and gaming Youtuber Matt Watson released his debut studio album “SEE YOU THERE” on November 7. This is Matt’s second foray into the music industry, coming more than two years after the release of his “OUCH!” EP. The album…

  • MGMT strangely return with “11•11•11”

    Nathaniel Clark – A&E Editor nucs5002@psu.edu On November 11, one of the weirdest album releases in a while took place. This record is “11•11•11” by the indie rock icons MGMT.  To be blunt, the history around this album is more interesting than the album itself. As the name suggests, the record was created 11 years…

  • Pittsburgh Steelers claim third victory beating the Saints

    Joel Wilson – Staff Writer jnw5443@psu.edu New Orleans Saints QB Andy Dalton cannot seem to defeat the Pittsburgh Steelers. Going into Sunday’s week 10 matchup at Acrisure Stadium, Dalton was 3-13 in 17 starts against the Black and Gold. In his first start against Pittsburgh as a part of any other team than the Bengals,…

  • Overview of Mahsa Amini protests in Iran

    Mary Pintea – News Editor mvp5879@psu.edu  Recent protests in Iran have resulted in a global call to action for women’s rights, especially among religious nations. The protests began with the death of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman who was detained by the Iranian Guidance Patrol after wearing a hijab in a way that did not…

  • Local Eats: F&F Poke Bowl

    Nathaniel Clark – A&E Editor nuc5002@psu.edu Are you looking to explore Asian cuisine outside of what is available at your traditional “Chinese” restaurant? Or are you looking for a fun eating experience? Well, do I have a restaurant for you. Located less than 25 minutes from Penn State Behrend is F&F Poke Bowl, this week’s…

  • Chris Evans named People’s “Sexiest Man Alive”

    Madison Kwiecinski – Editor-in-Chief Mvk5945@psu.edu  Chris Evans, the iconic actor best known for his role as Captain America in the multi-billion-dollar Marvel “Avengers” franchise, has been deemed People’s “Sexiest Man Alive.” The actor has handled his new title with grace, stating “This whole thing is tough to be interviewed about,” continuing, “It feels like a…

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