President Donald Trump’s political rallies need to please stop the music. R&B singer Rihanna’s artistic voice and public image are being used without her consent in the name of political…
This Week Around the World: Nov. 11–18
Nov. 11–14 Israel; Gaza, Palestinian Territory: In the largest escalation of fighting since the 2014 Gaza War, the Gaza Strip and southern Israel exchanged fire for some 25 hours between…
Fire lookout towers
If Oregon is known for anything, it’s for featuring some of the most sought-after outdoor areas in the country, if not the world. However, when winter rears its mean, soggy…
The world’s nicest man
You wouldn’t expect the World’s Nicest Man to turn up at an obscure literary event. At the Portland Book Festival, on the other hand, an internationally known figure such as…
Hill to Hall Nov. 13–Nov. 16
Nov. 13: Cause of Woolsey may be nuclear plant, officials say The Safety and Enforcement division of the California Public Utilities Commission is cooperating with state investigators to find the…
Events Calendar Nov. 20 through 26
Tuesday Nov. 20 Art “Factitious Matter” Eutectic Gallery 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Free Visit the Eutectic Gallery for a viewing of new sculptural works exploring overarching themes of banality and everyday…
Embrace Black Friday
What’s the easiest way to save money as a college student? Simple, don’t spend it in the first place. I know what you’re thinking: “Thanks Warren Buffett, but what’s to…
Vikings routed by Eagles on Senior Night
Portland State’s football team lost to their Big Sky rivals, the Eastern Washington Eagles, 74-23 on Nov. 16 at Hillsboro Stadium. The loss brought the Vikings’ season to an end…
Diwali – Festival of Lights
Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, is a holiday celebrated by several religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism. According to Vinod Sake, president of Portland State’s Indian Student…
Eliminate marijuana testing in the workplace
Drug testing for marijuana in the workplace, especially when other substances such as alcohol are not considered, is oppressive at its best and racist at its worst. For decades, marijuana…
Vikings fall to Sacramento on Senior Night
Portland State’s women’s volleyball team participated in their final regular season home matchup on Tuesday, Nov. 13 at Viking Pavilion, succumbing to the Sacramento State Hornets in three straight sets….