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As the United States moves into the global economy, many Americans place China as an economic threat to the country. Aminta Arrington, assistant professor of intercultural studies at John Brown University, says otherwise. Because good relations don’t come easily to the two countries, Arrington says it’s a necessary struggle they […]
Hurricane Matthew powered its way through the Caribbean, leaving a mass of destruction in its wake. In Haiti alone, which was hit hardest by the storm, 280 people died in the category 4 hurricane, according to Haitian Interior Minister Francois Anick Joseph. The remainder of people died in the Dominican […]
Growing up in Brazil, I experienced many of the negative aspects of short-term mission trips, certain events and attitudes only witnessed by those on the receiving end. I watched as mission teams impacted the lives of orphans in my home city. The teams taught the orphans to open their hearts […]
This time of year, everyone is trying to give advice to freshmen, and honestly, it can be a little overwhelming. But here’s a little secret for my freshmen friends: the rest of us don’t have it all figured out either. In fact, the truth is you’re a lot better at […]
The tantalizing aroma of fresh brewed coffee pulls customers into Pour Jons Coffee and Vinyl Shop, and the smiling faces inside encourage them to stay. Chris and Emily Moore, husband and wife duo and co-owners of the shop, wanted it to be a place for all sorts […]
The leaves are changing colors, the weather is getting cooler and politics are getting heated. Election season is in full swing and the political pool is boiling with some controversial candidates. As you mull over who may take the title of commander in chief, think about the following considerations: In […]
Many college students in America deal with depression on a daily basis, with its presence proving to be near debilitating. Mental health concerns are nothing new or surprising to college students. With the sudden stress, added responsibility and complicated social dynamics, many college students feel pressured and overwhelmed within the […]
CoverGirl, an American cosmetics and beauty brand, is known for having celebrities such as Sophia Vergara, Katy Perry and Pink feature as its models. For the first time ever, on October 11, the beauty company announced its first CoverBoy, James Charles, a 17 year-old makeup artist. […]
You wouldn’t think it by looking at him, but Brenton Quintez Toussaint is a country boy at heart. Growing up in Natchitoches, Louisianna, a town of 18,000, Toussaint said “all we really do is go hunting, play basketball, ride fo’ wheelers, dirt bikes… and you know live the country life.” […]
The U.S. has doubled its number over the past ten years, according to the Barna Pastor Poll. Denominations like Roman Catholics, Southern Baptist and the Orthodox Church in America do not allow women to lead a congregation. Melissa Michael, professor of math education in John Brown University explained that throughout […]