As the conflict in Syria continues, it appears that the conflict has escalated to a different means of retaliation. A group of hackers known as the Syrian Electronic Army (SEA) managed to hack into multiple online media and news outlets, including Twitter and The New York Times, last week. The[Read More…]
Author: Opinions Editor
Former Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow should play in the NFL
One of the most recognizable and popular quarterbacks in the NFL is now without a job. After a dismal preseason performance, the New England Patriots released the often-controversial quarterback Tim Tebow on Saturday, according to ESPN. Following his release, Tebow tweeted, “I would like to thank … the entire Patriots[Read More…]
Our View: Tuition waiver for CSU student trustees is fair
The perks of being a Cal State University student trustee just got a whole lot better. On Tuesday, Gov. Jerry Brown signed into law a bill that allows student trustees to have their tuition waived. Senate Bill 325, authored by Senator Marty Block (D-San Diego), also allows sophomores in the[Read More…]
Laughter and humor are simple remedies to some who suffer
Catching the flu is never fun. The same can be said about a stressful agenda or busy schedule. Although stress is sometimes healthy, too much of it can result in a lack of energy. Many think that this lack can be replenished by coffee and energy drinks that end up[Read More…]
Our View: CSULB skateboarding restrictions should be loosened
Skateboarders of the university, unite! For years, skateboarding has been prohibited on campus because of a City of Long Beach municipal code. According to Cal State Long Beach’s website, skateboards are defined as any type of flat board without a steering mechanism. Even though skateboarding is prohibited, some students have[Read More…]
United States must act decisively in Syria before crisis worsens
As fighting between government and rebel forces continued in Syria over the weekend, President Barack Obama held a meeting with senior military officials to weigh in on all possible options, including military intervention. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said the Pentagon would be ready to carry out military operations in Syria[Read More…]
Our View: “I Have a Dream” anniversary should prompt reforms
Tomorrow will mark the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech. Heard by nearly a quarter-million people in Washington, D.C., King’s speech was one of the most important events in civil rights and American history. In his speech, King spoke of a U.S. that had[Read More…]
‘Definitely Maybe’ anniversary sparks fond memories of Britpop
Aug. 29, 1994 is a date that will live in infamy for many fans of the Britpop music scene. On that day, British rock band Oasis released its debut album, “Definitely Maybe.” Composed of 11 tracks that came to define the Britpop scene, “Definitely Maybe” is easily one of the[Read More…]
San Diego Mayor Bob Filner’s alleged failings have hurt his career
Following allegations of sexual misconduct, San Diego Mayor Bob Filner will resign from his post on Friday. While it’s good that Filner decided to step down, his alleged indiscretions have clearly disgraced the mayor’s office of San Diego. His alleged failings have effectively undermined the authority and influence of the[Read More…]
Our View: Addition of Long Beach Register promotes competition
For the first time in decades, Long Beach has become a two-newspaper town. After being the main source of the city’s news for more than a century, the well-established Long Beach Press-Telegram is now forced to share the limelight. The Long Beach Register has started printing its first issues, and[Read More…]