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Seeing double: the two faces of the Apple Vision Pro

Brendan Brunette, Senior Writer February 29, 2024

The heavily anticipated debut of the Apple Vision Pro, a mixed reality headset blurring the lines between our physical and digital worlds, has ignited a fierce culmination of anticipation and debate. In...

You swiped right on the Billiken as a joke, now you’re going on your third date

You swiped right on the Billiken as a joke, now you’re going on your third date

SLU Fake News February 21, 2024

You weren’t looking for anything serious as you aimlessly swiped through Tinder. To be honest, you had grown pretty tired of seeing different versions of Josh (20) holding the smallest bass you’d ever...

SLU’s parking system is one big joke:

Shah Shamsipour and Owen Herdrick February 21, 2024

Can we talk about the abysmal mess that is Saint Louis University’s parking system? A lack of spots, far-away garages, frequently stolen or broken-into cars and ample fees are all common occurrences...

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Boycotting Starbucks won’t free Palestine

Charlie Preiss, Contributor February 21, 2024

Ever since Hamas launched an attack on civilians on Oct. 7, 2023, Israel has ruthlessly retaliated. As I write, more than 26,400 people have died in the Gaza war. At least 10,000 children have been killed...

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Breaking stereotypes

Alexandra Leung, Contributor February 20, 2024

When people hear that I am a Republican, there are one of two things that happen. It either becomes the end of the world for humanity, or it is a simple shrug and an unimpressed look. It is usually the...

Descendants of Saint Louis University Enslaved (DSLUE) hosted a scarcely attended teach-in on Feb. 8. Only about 15 students were in attendence.

You should care about SLU’s reparations

Owen Herdrick, Senior Writer February 16, 2024

I attended the Descendants of Saint Louis University Enslaved (DSLUE) teach-in on Feb. 8, and to my surprise, I was one of 15 SLU students in attendance. Being at 11 a.m. a school day didn’t help, but...

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Celebrating Valentine’s Day When Your Partner Is Far Away

Daniel Lutty, Contributor February 13, 2024

As Valentine's Day gets closer, feelings of excitement, romance and love fill the air. For many couples, this day is a chance to celebrate their relationship, show love and make special memories. But for...

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Consumerism: Is the New Stanley Trend Proof Society is Rapidly Over-Consuming Products?

Sophie Gloriod, Opinion Editor February 5, 2024

If you are on Tiktok, the odds of seeing the viral Stanley water bottle or tumbler are very likely. These cups are the newest water bottle trend, pumping the Hydro Flask, Yeti, Swell and even Owala closer...

Planes, Trains and the Need to Revamp Transportation

Johnny Prusak, Opinion Editor November 30, 2023

     It is almost universally agreed upon that flying is a terrible experience. Long layovers, overpriced gadgets and the use of security theatre all lead to travelers’ frustration and overall discontentment...

AI Art is No Evil Boogeyman, but a Tool

AI Art is No Evil Boogeyman, but a Tool

Charlie Preiss, Staff Writer November 29, 2023

Last year, images generated by artificial intelligence (AI) started to gain widespread attention. Through various programs such as MidJourney, Dalle-E, and now the newest image creator, BingAI, you too...

The Last of Classics:

The Last of Classics:

Calla Truschel Jacobs, Senior Writer November 29, 2023

  “What’s your major” is a question I have come to dread. I usually respond with “I’m majoring in History and English, and minoring in Philosophy and Latin, but only because I want to...

Body Images:

Body Images:

Sophie Gloriod, Opinion Editor November 29, 2023

Modern day society has opened the door for people around the world to be connected through various forms of communication, like social media platforms. Instagram, for example, allows people to see pictures...

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