Monthly Archives: November 2015

The principles of representative democracy are both the ideals that this nation was founded on and are deeply ingrained into its culture. “By the People, for the People” is what we are supposed to be striving towards in our government. Yet the system by which that we elect our most important national leader is broken.

Thanksgiving break is a time to relax, eat good food, enjoy time with friends and family. It’s a time for celebration, gratitude, and simply being in the company of those who you care about. But on Friday in Colorado Springs, many were snapped out of the holiday trend after the tragic shooting at a Planned…

Saturday, November 29th was a great day to be an Ohio State football fan. The Buckeyes thrashed Michigan in the Big House 42-13, finishing the regular season with an impressive 11-1 record. But Ohio State’s resounding victory over That Team Up North wasn’t the only game that broke the Buckeye’s way. Several teams ahead of the…

Caffeine can be like magic. It helps you stay up late, wake up early, and increase your overall productivity. It’s almost as if the whole concept of caffeination is too good to be true.

On Monday, November 23, the girls basketball team had a victorious home game against Columbus International.

When searching for the perfect gift this holiday season, you might consider going to “Gifts of the Craftsmen,” a holiday exhibition at the Ohio Craft Museum. This sale features the unique works of over 1,000 from artists across the country and includes everything from sterling silver jewelry to art glass.

When I first heard the premise of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s musical, Hamilton, I couldn’t help but laugh. A hip-hop musical about the life of Alexander Hamilton? Come on. What kind of audience does that draw? Apparently, a huge one.

The average American consumes between 3,000-4,500 calories on Thanksgiving Day, and roughly 45% of those calories are directly from fat. So naturally, there is an increased risk of having a heart attack on Thanksgiving. While this may not be a concern for high school students, many cities host organized runs, with distances ranging from 250 meters…

The alleged suspect responsible for the shooting at a Planned Parenthood facility in Colorado on Friday, November 27, 2015, is alive and in custody. Investigators are still searching for a motive.

The rumor mill has truly outdone itself this time. Forget everything you’ve heard about Ohio rejecting Syrian refugees and listen to this: a state does not have the power to reject admittance of any group of people. Only our federal government can do that.