Deihl: We need sports unity now more than ever

Ben Deihl | sports editor Current world tensions are the highest they’ve been since the Cold War era. Politics are as polarized as ever, and military operations seem to be escalating by the day. In a world so divided, sports can provide a community, a state or even a country a feeling of unity that was previously fractured. With pool play starting on March 4 … Continue reading Deihl: We need sports unity now more than ever

NIL to NFL — are college sports too professional?

Ben Deihl | sports editor We’re currently in a college football climate where some of the top players in the country are evaluated by their social media following. In On3’s NIL100 college football transfer portal rankings, players’ Instagram, TikTok and X follower counts are displayed right next to their high school star ranking, playing a pivotal role in how these athletes are rated and eventually … Continue reading NIL to NFL — are college sports too professional?

UCB comes to Pittsburgh’s Bottlerocket Social Hall

Nataley Davis | staff writer By day, Drew Sieber is a Pittsburgh city firefighter, at night he’s an improv comedian. Sieber has been honing the craft of improv for the past eight years in community theater, but decided to take it to the next level when a Pittsburgh social hall announced a partnership with a renowned comedy group last June. The Upright Citizens Brigade, (UCB) … Continue reading UCB comes to Pittsburgh’s Bottlerocket Social Hall

Johnny Depp faces repercussions after losing libel case

Rio Scarcelli staff writer 11/19/20 A life in the spotlight does not come without controversy: this is no exception for high-profile celebrity Johnny Depp. After a five-month long libel trial, the actor lost his case against ex-wife Amber Heard –– all because of a 2018 newspaper article. Under a ruling of 14 allegations of physical assault against Depp, the courts found the article’s usage of … Continue reading Johnny Depp faces repercussions after losing libel case