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Bollywood Musical Sparks Religious Tensions
On January 25, India released its first 3D IMAX film, “Padmaavat”, a Bollywood musical about revered Hindu legend Queen Padmavati set in fourteenth century Rajasthan.
The story of Queen Padmavati dates to a sixteenth century Sufi Muslim…
A Look Into Greek Life Spring Recruitment on St Lawrence’s Campus
Once again, sororities and fraternities across campus opened up their doors to potential new members as they geared up for spring Greek Life recruitment.
Sophomores and juniors, who met the entry requirements for recruitment, were invited…
Cecile Richards Steps Down as the President of Planned Parenthood
Cecile Richards, Planned Parenthood’s longtime president, stepped down earlier this month. The organization has yet to announce their future plans and will be holding off until the board of directors meet and make a final decision.…
Historic Appleton Arena Scheduled for Renovations
“‘There’s one minute left in the period. One Minute!’ ‘AND CLARKSON STILL SUCKS.’” This comforting sound is familiar to Saints Hockey fans who have visited Appleton Arena, home to the Skating Saints, since its opening in January of 1951.…
Tensions Heighten with Turkish Attack on U.S.-Backed Kurds in Syria
Beginning on Saturday, Free Syrian Army rebels backed by the Turkish Armed Forces began an assault on northern Syria’s Afrin region.
The attack marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Kurdish forces in Syria and…
State Police to Launch Drone Program in Upstate New York
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced on January 10 the launch of the new State Police Unmanned Aerial System Program, which will deploy four aerial drones to state trooper divisions A, D, F, and G.
An additional 14 drones will be deployed…
Accusations of Hollywood Sexual Misconduct Continue to Surface
Disclaimer: This article covers sexual assault and sexual harassment, and may be uncomfortable for some readers. Please read at your own discretion.
On October 5, 2017, sexual assault reports were brought up against former film…
Former Doctor to U.S. Gymnastics Team Sentenced for Sexual Assault
For around twenty years, Dr. Lawrence G. Nassar was the trusted team doctor for the USA Gymnastics team, as well as an associate professor for Michigan State University for 19 years. Throughout the course of four Olympic games, he treated…