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(12/02/15 1:14am)
Every generation in America has had its own characteristics that differentiate it from all the others. Whether it is the G.I., the Silent Generation, the Baby Boomers or Generation X, the national attitude of Americans around the same age is largely consistent as a whole. But what is there for the newest generation, the Millennials? Are we to immediately enter the workplace and settle down to start a family; are we destined to travel the earth and bring about total globalization or are we responsible with the task of remaking our lifestyle and bringing about world change?
(11/17/15 3:30am)
The future of the Internet is here, floating around our atmosphere in the form of Wi-Fi-supporting satellites. In an effort by big data companies such as Google, SpaceX and OneWeb, the future world could be a global hotspot. But investments into technologies like this, while useful, do not provide the humanitarian benefits that they are sold with and are largely unsuccessful ventures.
(11/11/15 3:23am)
Another attempt at a cyber security bill is on the horizon with H.R. 234, introduced by Rep. C. A. Dutch Ruppersberger of Maryland. Given the past breaches of security in our country's history, allowing an unprepared government to have control over all of our infrastructure’s technological information is not only unwise, but also simply stupid.
(10/27/15 12:42am)
Two Opinion writers discuss whether or not college is a worthwhile investment in today's economy and culture.
(09/29/15 3:10am)
In recent years, the media has put a larger focus on security firms and security contractors. Whether it is about the fraud and malpractice they commit or scandals like Blackwater, news coverage has ignored many of the benefits these agencies can offer. Private sector security firms and contractors reduce the risks facing American soldiers while also combating one enemy better than any individual country: terrorism.
(09/22/15 12:20am)
On Sept. 17, President Obama announced a plan to use executive action to naturalize the 8.8 million immigrants in the United States of America eligible to become legal permanent residents. With the 2016 election looming, this push for immigrant voters could have a detrimental effect on the Republican Party.
(09/15/15 2:35am)
As civil war continues throughout Syria, millions of its citizens are seeking asylum as refugees in European countries, with only their feet as transportation. But with over 4 million registered Syrian refugees in only a handful of regional countries, finding a new place for them has been difficult. The international community must accelerate immigration for these refugees and form new laws to help innocent people in a time of crisis.
(09/09/15 4:41am)
Heroin usage and overdose deaths have been rising steadily in the Carolinas for the past decade, and now there's a new drug that is being sold as heroin, or that has been mixed with heroin, called fentanyl. Local community programs have been working to prevent more overdoses in conjunction with local law enforcement, but additional funding and support is needed.
(09/02/15 4:17am)
The United Nations is the largest international organization, with 40 agencies and 28 ongoing peace operations.
(08/25/15 1:00am)
With the trial of Michael Smith coming to a resolution on Aug. 17 and the start of another school year comes the revival of the age-old argument for USC students and Columbia residents alike: How safe am I when spending time in Five Points?
(03/26/15 2:45am)
University life can be frantic — there's hardly time to breathe in between exams, extracurriculars, essays and parties. If you're looking to give your mind some much-needed space, Wind Down Wednesday is the place to be.
(10/20/14 5:19pm)
This letter is in response to the article "Terminally ill
deserve right to die," from Oct. 9. I want to agree with the previous
article that the right to die should be given to those with fatal illnesses. I
also agree with the author’s concept of suicide being ‘an escape from the turbulence and responsibilities of life. Where the author and I disagree is
that I believe that the right to die should be given to everyone born into this
world, not just those with fatal illnesses.