The New Giant of Indian Politics
Aditya Ramachandran, Staff Writer || Though the United Nations General Assembly attracted a significant amount of attention, the presence of one world leader seemed to dominate the American media earlier this week: the state visit of India’s Narendra…
Common Wheel encourages use, awareness of bikes in Lancaster
By Miguel Diaz, Contributing Writer || The Common Wheel, a Lancaster organization founded by resident Chris Caldwell, hopes to promote bicycle use and make Lancaster a more bike-friendly city. The idea…
Protests in Hong Kong call for free elections in response to law restricting candidates
Garrett Largoza, Contributing Writer || Since Sept. 26, protests in support of democratic process have been taking place in Hong Kong, People’s Republic of China. The protests focus on genuine elections…
Porterfield addresses need to improve STEM programs at White House workshop
By Steven Viera, News Editor || Dan Porterfield, president of the College, spoke at a White House workshop on Monday, Sept. 22, where he discussed the need to strengthen programs in…
Common Hour discusses various forces ruling Lancaster
By Samantha Greenfield, Contributing Writer || Terry Madonna, director of the Center for Politics and Public Affairs at F&M, served as a moderator in the panel discussion at this past week’s…
Lady Antebellum’s new album rocks charts, maintains unique style
By Julia Chirls, Staff Writer || Lady Antebellum fans eagerly waited until Sept. 30 for the country band’s album release. The careers of the band members began early when they joined…
Maroon 5’s newest album, V, offers nothing new
By Preman Koshar, Staff Writer || Maroon 5’s fifth album, V (pronounced “five”), is, at the same time, something new and something old. The album was released Aug. 29, a little…
Andy Murray narrowly clinches title in China’s Shenzhen Open
By Sophie Afdhal, Sports Editor || While the world of tennis tends to be so focused on the Grand Slam tournaments, this week saw the completion of China’s Shenzhen Open with…
MLB World Series playoffs to begin with much speculation
By Nicole Strauss, Contributing Writer || As we are nearing October, we are looking forward to the foliage, apple picking, and holidays. Most importantly, though, we are nearing the MLB postseason…
NY Yankee legend Derek Jeter retires after impressive career
By Joseph Yamulla, Contributing Writer || Regardless of who your favorite Major League Baseball team is, it is a sad time for baseball. Derek Jeter, one of the greatest and classiest…
Washington captivates viewers in newest film The Equalizer
By Nicholas Farinola, Contributing Writer || Is plot really that important all the time? In the case of The Equalizer, no it is not. The movie is centered around Robert McCall…
Bliss’s Fort Tilden gives experience to viewers, leaves audiences pondering
By Jeffrey Robinowitz, Staff Writer || Every so often, our school gets a visit from some astonishingly talented filmmakers. Last year we had Alan Taylor, and this year we got writer/director…
The Drop does not drop ball, entertains audiences
By Preman Koshar, Contributing Writer || Watching The Drop is like wading through a gritty smokescreen. As the story pushes though the viscous air, the characters appear, just loose smoke at…
Minter sets scene of turning trash into cash in Junkyard Planet
By Tom Hague, Contributing Writer || Ever stop to wonder what happens to those quarters lost in the cresses of your car? According to Adam Minter, recent guest speaker at F&M…
Moyer argues for regenerative over sustainable farming methods
By Samantha Greenfield, Contributing Writer || The Rodale Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to spreading awareness about organic farming and research. Jeff Moyer is a farm manager at the Rodale…