Clean your grills, loosen your belts and bust out those fireworks, because Independence Day is near! It’s a time when we can celebrate with our families one of the most…
It’s time to be alone
As another week full of classes, interning and daily errands wraps up, I finally reach the one thing that keeps me going strong: Friday. Friday is a golden opportunity to…
What’s the deal with Saffron Colonial?
For a restaurant that has only been open for about a month—Saffron Colonial specializing in “British-colonial themed” cuisine and located on North Williams Avenue in the Boise neighborhood of Portland—has…
Last night and the morning after
Hangovers might be one of the worst human experiences ever. If you are one of the few people out there who hasn’t dealt with a hangover, give yourself a pat…
Feelin’ myself: A guide to body positivity
The word “healthy” is a word that we have struggled to fully understand in today’s society. When most of us think of being healthy, we use our physical appearance as…
The troubling reality of pet pampering
I’ve lived with cats and dogs my whole life. Having an animal in my home has always been something I’ve truly treasured. No matter how terrible of a day I…
What it means to be American today
My Sundays are pretty routine here as I study abroad in the Basque Country, in northern Spain. I normally start my day with a cup of coffee, head over to…
Down with the sickness
I started writing this article while I was ill on my (death)bed, desperately attempting to drink as much water with lemon, orange juice and tea with honey as I could….
The de-development of Gaza
Within the past six years, Gaza has gone through three consecutive military operations: the first from Dec. 27, 2008 to Jan. 18, 2009, the second between Nov. 14 and 21,…
Change of heart: Why Spain has been slow to react for refugees
The flood of refugees making the dangerous journey, risking their lives to reach European soil, is surely a test of unity within the politico-economic union. Countries such as Italy and…
Gastronomic bliss: The tasty, affordable food in SW Portland
Welcome, new students, to Portland State! I have been honored with providing you a general guide for something all Portlanders take seriously: food. With PSU being planted right in the…