Sciurus carolinensis – the Eastern Gray Squirrel is a rambunctious rodent known all around North American university campuses for their charisma and coexistence with students. These resourceful omnivores can be seen prancing around campus and jumping tree to tree. Unlike some other woodland creatures, squirrels can thrive in suburbia. If you ask one, I’m sure…
There’s a specific kind of headache that comes from existing in the 21st century, and I’m convinced it has nothing to do with dehydration or a lack of sleep. No, this headache is spawned from the constant barrage of notifications, the glow of a hundred screens, the ceaseless hum of other people’s voices and the…
Excitement has filled the air of the basketball world as the NBA Playoffs have finally arrived: 16 teams, 15 series, potentially 105 games and one champion. This season’s contenders are pretty easy to point to. In the Eastern Conference, the Boston Celtics (61-21) and Cleveland Cavaliers (64-18) are expected to make it to the Eastern…
Joe Keery, under his stage name, DJO, released his third studio album titled “The Crux” on April 4. The album, which has 12 tracks, takes on a more lighthearted tone than his previous albums. Unlike DJO’s previous album, “Decide” – which the artist used to grapple with the many downsides to fame, such as being…
Nintendo aired its Nintendo Direct for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console on April 2. While many reveals were made about the console’s hardware and planned catalogue of games, one showcase stood out in the final few minutes of the broadcast. A woman cloaked in shadow reaches for the hands of a pale man slumped…
Three months into his second term, President Donald Trump’s promises of a booming economy and lower grocery prices have crashed harder than a poorly built wall. Instead, we’re witnessing economic chaos and a country simmering with unrest, all thanks to his self-inflicted wounds. Trump’s trade war, waged against our closest allies, is nothing short of…
Spring is often associated with change, new beginnings and brighter days. For the University of Rhode Island men’s basketball team, change has certainly taken place after the conclusion of its 2024-25 season. The Rams have lost nine players from last year’s roster, either to graduation or the transfer portal. Eight of those nine players contributed…
The Nitro Bar is popping in popularity. This quiet coffee shop in Newport has gained fame online, with its TikTok account amassing over 462,000 followers. This not-so-hidden gem has become a staple for not only college students, but also small business supporters. This small shop has brought people from all over the country flying in…
NIL, which stands for Name, Image and Likeness, has forever changed the college sports landscape by causing colleges to pour more money into programs as well as giving college athletes the most power they have ever held since the inception of college sports. For those unfamiliar with NIL, it refers to a person’s legal right…
Nintendo held an hour-long livestream showcasing its second version of its Nintendo Switch console, aptly named the Nintendo Switch 2, on April 2. I sat in my chair eagerly, awaiting new features and game announcements (literally just “Animal Crossing”). And finally, it came. Touting a larger screen, 256 gigabytes of storage, better graphics, 120 frames…