Watching a Presidential State of the Union address can be quite boring. There is lots of sitting and standing. There are napping Supreme Court justices, and maybe there is even a shouted “You lie!”...
It happened with Alex Rodriguez and Mark Teixeira. Now it has happened again with Josh Hamilton. The Texas Rangers traded another big name, and in return have suffered disparaging remarks against Texas...
Students believe the fire drills are simply an excuse to confiscate belongings such as candles, but safety precautions are about more than a fresh smelling dorm.
Greek residents are complaining that...
In a stunning turn of events, Pope Benedict XVI announced that he will resign from his papacy at the end of the month, something that hasn't occurred in nearly 600 years. Although many see this as a time to poke fun, parody or maybe even chastise him, I believe the Pope should be praised for his decision, not condemned.
Something is wrong with the American belief that we are all equal. Under the law we may be equal, but when it comes to our fundamental human capacities and character, one group of Americans stands above...
The Boy Scouts of America’s national executive board is discussing whether to change their policy to include gay members and leaders. Because of this controversial decision, it will not be determined...
There are laws and acts that have either been passed or denied through the state of Texas. How many people does it take to push the movement of one act?
It is obvious gun related incidents have dominated recent news coverage. Whether mass shootings are actually rising--a question currently being debated by many--remains irrelevant because less than five...
I think we all remember wearing those yellow LIVESTRONG bands and not knowing what they really stood for except that the proceeds went toward cancer research.
Lance Armstrong, “American hero”...
Casey Pachall returned to school Monday a little more than three months after being arrested on DWI charges. The senior quarterback, who spent time in a substance abuse rehab facility and a subsequent...
The end of the semester is an overwhelming time for students. With papers to write, projects to present, exams to cram for, and parties to attend, our schedules are booked to the brim--except there's...
