Kanye West was our favorite rapper, creative mind and social light a decade ago. Now he is seen as a sell-out Donald Trump supporter who is longing for black people’s approval — again. This weekend, West brought his “Sunday Service” to Howard University, a prominent, private HBCU in Washington, D.C. […]
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Review: ‘Fractured’ a thrilling thriller on Netflix
As we approach Halloween, Netflix is giving fans of thrillers just what they need to prepare for the spooky holiday. One of Netflix’s newest thrillers, “Fractured,” offers a plot twist that viewers are not expecting. The film begins with Ray Monroe (Sam Worthington) driving back from a Thanksgiving dinner along […]
The benefits of being an SJGC student
As a student of Florida A&M University’s School of Journalism and Graphic Communication (SJGC), the opportunities are endless. From the connected professors to an abundance of resources in the building, success is only a degree away. Whether you plan to graduate in broadcast journalism, public relations or graphic design, there […]
Trump woos young, conservative blacks
As the 2020 election year nears, political groups are kicking into gear their latest efforts to pander to the undecided and newly of age minds. And last Friday, while most Rattlers were doing hood rat things with their friends for homecoming, a group of young black conservatives descended on Washington […]
FAMU deserves more representation from local businesses
Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University is distinct from Florida State University in many obvious ways, but one less overt contrast between the two is the amount of attention Tallahassee corporations give one school over the other. From local businesses to larger franchises, there seems to be an insane bias in […]
Review: Will Relish revive Tallahassee’s food drought?
It’s no secret that Tallahassee is in a food drought. With numerous fast-food franchises, it’s hard to find a healthy option with all the Whataburgers and Waffle Houses lining the streets. Then along came Relish to satisfy your burger cravings. Relish offers a long list of options that coincide with […]
Online gaming is big, and getting bigger
Online gaming enables participants to play a video game through the Internet or any other computer network available on consoles such as Sony PlayStation, Microsoft Xbox. PC (personal computer), etc. And it is wildly popular. According to e-Marketer’s 2016 report, there are 55.2 million online console gamers in the U.S. […]
Southern hospitality and The Hill
The transition from living in Atlanta to Tallahassee was more than just adjusting to the lack of love for Waffle House. The vibe itself is completely different. I knew the minute that I first stepped foot on the campus of Florida A&M University as a student that something was different. […]
Modeling the FAMU way: Will it pass in NY?
The upbeat mix of music played as students showcased their modeling skills at this year’s Homecoming Fashion Show. Student models wore their intricate, yet in style clothing and executed their creative modeling. The purpose of the show is for students already in modeling troupes to assist aspiring student-models who are […]
Review: Iron Daisy a big miss
As a taco lover and Mexican food fanatic, I’ve had my fair share of authentic Mexican food. So I was eager to try the new local restaurant Iron Daisy, where they serve “Florida Mex,” but it was a big miss. Iron Daisy, located at 507 Gaines St., is owned by […]