Worth the watch, trust us
A review of “Us” from two very different perspectives

After a traumatic childhood experience in Santa Cruz that left Adelaide Wilson permanently scarred, she and her family return to the area for a simple vacation. Strange events begin to […]

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Western fears of Russia are unrealistic, but Russian fears of the West are not
A new report by RAND Corp. states that Russia has built a defensive military not capable of global or even regional aggression because it fears NATO expansion may be leading to a mass attack on Russia.

It is a widely held assumption in America that Russia has aggressive, expansionist ambitions and has created a military with the necessary capabilities since the fall of the Soviet Union. […]

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In remembrance, with purpose
John McCain’s passing gives us an opportunity to reflect on ourselves and the man

The late Senator John McCain passed away peacefully at home in Arizona on Saturday, Aug. 25. McCain has been a fixture in the American psyche for more than 50 years […]

What’s there to celebrate?
If you're feeling sad about the state of America, here's how to celebrate

If American politics makes you mad right now, you’re not the only one. If American society makes you feel a little sad right now, you have every right to be […]

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No place like home
You gain a deeper appreciation for your home country when studying abroad

If you were to ask me what I miss most about living in America, I would immediately reply with my dog, family and friends — probably in that order. Beyond that, […]

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A spot of celebrity sympathy

On the last day of the year, 2016 claimed its final victim, Cabot Phillips wrote on Twitter: Mariah Carey’s career. The tweet was among a number of jokes that began […]