Being kind can make someone's day better, and that's worth a lot. Every year on Nov. 13, people worldwide celebrate World Kindness Day which highlights the importance of being kind and compassionate. The World Kindness Movement, an international non-governmental...

Former President Donald Trump needs to suspend his 2024 presidential campaign because of his inability to act civilly in, and out, of a courtroom. His actions are embarrassing, both for himself and the American public. Commonly known for his inflammatory...

A student sits in an economics class and struggles to stay awake. They’re bored out of their mind in a class they might not need to be in.  College students should not be required to take classes outside of their major. Students should have the...

A student goes to use their phone in class, the professor catches the student on their phone and tells them to put it away. In their class, this professor enforces a strict policy against using electronics. More professors should enforce a strict no-technology...

The great Christmas tree debate has started as families wonder when is the best time to put up their tree.  One of the major traditions of the holiday is putting up a Christmas tree dressed in colorful lights and ornaments. But, when is it too soon...

The communal showers and bathrooms on campus are disgusting, to put it best. There’s either a strange stain on the floor or a terrible smell coming from the ceiling.  Students have a part in keeping their bathrooms clean for themselves and others....

NIU should invest in more therapy dogs because of their benefits to the mental health of the NIU community. By helping students, faculty and staff, therapy dogs can assist in developing healthy mentalities throughout NIU.  Additionally, the increasing...

In today’s society, cancel culture is a force to be reckoned with. It’s a movement for people who want change and accountability for serious problems in society. However, cancel culture for minor offenses is harmful, which would be the case for Drew...

Illinois is taking a step in the right direction when it comes to protecting the environment. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency is encouraging Illinois residents to buy an electric vehicle by providing rebates when purchasing an electric car...

Amazon Pharmacy's drone medication delivery service may prove risky. Drone delivery raises privacy concerns, as it uses sensors and cameras to make deliveries, making customers feel watched in their homes.  Amazon's drone delivery service now delivers...

Given his controversial views on vaccinations and foreign policy, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s decision to run as an independent is a negative turn of events. Although he claims to challenge the two-party system, he’s only giving voters a different radical...

Students are not adequately taught how to critically evaluate the authenticity of advertisement claims. Education on the critical evaluation of information should expand to advertisements. Illinois was the first state to introduce news literacy courses,...