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May 13, 2025 Vol 121

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Zika Spreads Through the Americas

Zika Spreads Through the Americas

The mosquito-borne Zika virus is projected to infect up to 4 million people across the Americas in the next year.…
Me, Marriage, and the Myth of Sexuality

Me, Marriage, and the Myth of Sexuality

I am what some would call “ex-gay”. Let me explain. Since late middle school, I have almost exclusively been attracted…
The Dark Side of Humor

The Dark Side of Humor

I heard a joke about drone strikes yesterday, and it got me thinking about our fascination with provocative comedy. Normally,…
A Tale of Two Zip Codes

A Tale of Two Zip Codes

Tonight, along Houghton’s Genesee river banks, I cast my fishing line and hear the ghost of Charles Dickens howling –…
Mental Illness: What is Wrong with Us?

Mental Illness: What is Wrong with Us?

Mental illness surrounds us. 1 in 4 people suffer from some form of it. Personally, I have severe anxiety, and…
The Injustice of Mass Incarceration

The Injustice of Mass Incarceration

According to United Nations Human Development Report of 2015, the U.S. has the highest rate of incarceration in the world.…
Investigating Genetically Modified Foods

Investigating Genetically Modified Foods

There is much confusion and mystery surrounding food. Despite its necessity, the modern consumer can be easily befuddled by contradictory…
Data Science Students to Attend Superbowl

Data Science Students to Attend Superbowl

Last weekend, the finalists for Super Bowl 50 were set. On February 7 at 6:30 p.m. Peyton Manning and the…
Students Plan Lobbying Trip for March

Students Plan Lobbying Trip for March

This March, a group of Houghton students will travel to Washington, D.C., to lobby on the issue of mass incarceration.…
Hall Brawl Replaces Purple and Gold Week

Hall Brawl Replaces Purple and Gold Week

With Purple and Gold Week now taking place during Homecoming week, a new event Hall Brawl, will take place in…