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“Nashville” – formerly on ABC before CMT picked up the canceled show – highlights a family, their friends, and all of the issues that come with country music fame. But unlike other TV shows, this one does something others do not – it makes you feel like you are actually experiencing the events with the […]
Taylor Swift is a record- breaking pop star who is extremely talented at what she does. But she also has been known to get herself into trouble with other celebrities. Here are the top five among Swift’s enemies who likely don’t care too much about her latest album release. Haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, […]
The television has become a fixture in American households since its rise in popularity following World War II with Americans tuning in every day to soak up the vast array of shows that populate TV screens. Though thousands of programs have entertained audiences for decades, few have matched the impact of these five shows. Whether […]
Tests, papers and projects, oh my! School is back in session, and it’s time to get serious about those studies, so where better to concentrate than the library? If you do not know how to conduct yourself in public places of learning, you should brush up on these general rules of library etiquette. One thing that […]
In HBO’s popular fantasy drama “Game of Thrones,” everyone is vying for the iron throne. Set in Westeros, a fictional world created by George R.R. Martin, “Game of Thrones” has gained a large international following. The show features seven kingdoms battling to rule over Westeros. If that conflict alone doesn’t convince you to watch the […]
The National Basketball Association is one of the most underappreciated sports leagues in America. Most don’t pay attention to the games being played until after the NFL season has ended , college basketball’s March Madness has come to an end, and there is nothing else to watch on TV. But what fans are missing by […]
The trade of NBA All Star point guard Kyrie Irving from Cleveland Cavaliers to the Boston Celtics for Isaiah Thomas came with a lot of controversial opinions. Cavs fans couldn’t believe Irving didn’t want to play with three-time MVP and all-time best player LeBron James. Irving, however, wanted to start his own dynasty, so he […]
The Washington Nationals have fallen short of getting past the National League Division Series and into the NL championship game the past four out of five postseason runs. But that’s not going to happen next year – at least, fans should keep telling themselves that. Although there was big hope that the team in the […]
We can no longer afford to endure the brunt force of Mother Nature. Over the past few weeks the world has watched in horror as the Atlantic Ocean unleashed the most devastating hurricane season in living memory. Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, Jose and Maria each took turns battering the United States and its Caribbean territories, killing […]
College is more than just getting a degree. It’s a lot about discovering who you are. So going to a university in a different state or region is extremely important for making that discovery and learning what it is you value. As students we gain more than just academic knowledge during our time away from […]
Who wouldn’t want to wake up to a Snoopy™ dog? Beagles are a breed we can all love and adore. This breed has admirable traits that can make the perfect pet. Not only are they cute little animals, but they are mischievous too. If you think you are too busy for a dog due to […]
Breastfeeding in public makes many people uncomfortable. The media and most of society view women’s bodies as sexual objects; therefore, many women feel shameful about public breastfeeding. But breastfeeding is a natural act. Breastfeeding isn’t seen as obscene when animals are feeding their young, so why is it different for humans? Lactation consultant Sara McCall stated […]
Red meat may be one of many Americans’ favorite dishes, but livestock production, especially beef production, has devastating effects on the environment. A recent study by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nationsfound that global livestock production is one of the leading causes of global warming, emitting more harmful greenhouse gases than the entiretransportation […]
I have a feeling I might be ahead of the curve on this one, but poutine is going to be HUGE in Charleston. Yes, we’re talking about French fries and gravy. Canadians have done it for years, and even though I haven’t been to The Land of Maple Syrup to experience it myself, they’re onto something good. […]
It is very rare that when customers order a fruit salad at a restaurant, they receive one without honeydew melon. It is also rare that they receive a fruit salad where more than 50 percent of the fruit in the salad isn’t honeydew melon. Some brush off this obvious offense; others feel rightfully outraged by this fruit […]
Whether a tourist or local to Charleston, there is great coffee to be had all over the Holy City. It would truly be a disgrace if one missed out on the incredible coffee shops this city has to offer. Whether you are into new hip, modern shops or cozy hole-in-the wall options, Charleston has both […]
Sports drinks have become the new water when it comes to exercise. But are they the best thing for you? Sure they aid in replenishing electrolytes and hydration, but there are adverse effects if you’re drinking them for the wrong reason. Athletes who participate in long, high-intensity workouts, especially in hot conditions, are the perfect […]
Surfboards have evolved drastically over the years, but the classics still exist, and for those who have that throwback nostalgia, one of these five boards will be the perfect fit for you! California Square Tail Surfing Malibu Beach in the 70s, you’d be sure to see a few square tails in the lineup, and not […]
As trends come and go, influential hip hop artists continuously thrive. These lyrical geniuses are the creators of fresh, diverse, eclectic rhythms and vocals. Their latest albums encompass their raw, progressive talent, giving listeners a taste of the nuances present in their music. Hip hop and rap are phenomenal genres and the masters of […]
Freshmen like to claim that their roommate, or someone living on their floor, was the first person they met as they moved into college. But they’re overlooking the first person they really talked to (and the one I think is the most important) – their resident assistant. RAs are the backbone of the residence hall, […]
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