Death penalty push only fuels Luigi’s martyrdom

Share: In an unjust trial, Attorney General Pam Bondi decided to pursue the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, accused of the December 4, 2024, assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. With the law being so biased and strict, seemingly exclusively towards Mangione in an already flawed legal system, it almost seems as if they’re using him as an example to deter others from committing similar actions. It is unfair that Mangione allegedly shot one individual without attempting to harm others, but is treated as if …

The dolls are back in the Playhouse

Share: The Pasadena Playhouse’s 100 year anniversary celebration kicked off with a fun, festive party with a red carpet and an open bar full of spectators excited to watch Lucas Hnath 2017’s, “A Doll’s House Part 2.” This modern reenactment of Henrik’s Ibsen’s controversial play from 1879, “A Doll’s House,” starred famous actress Elizabeth Reaser who played the main character Nora, and Jason Butler Harner who was casted as Torvaldt, Nora’s kind, caring, and sympathetic husband. Adam J. Smith was Torvald’s understudy. Two more talented …

BLOTTER: Student reports man for masturbating on campus (yet again)

Share: Monday, May 5, 2025  8:42 a.m.  – A student that doesn’t attend PCC nor live in California, reported that somebody fraudulently used their identity to apply for funds here. The victim of fraud was instructed to report this to his state’s jurisdiction and contact the school once they have a case number. 9:17 a.m.  – A teacher reported that a male individual took items from the Octagon area during her class and did not obey when instructed to return the equipment. An officer arrived …

Israel continues to play the hero while being the villain

Share: Over the weekend, Israel’s security cabinet voted to increase military options and approve an expansion of operations in Gaza. Since the October 7, 2023, attacks began, there are plans in motion now suggesting that there are plans for a ceasefire, to defeat Hamas in Gaza, and to rescue the hostages. Israel is using their war effort to rescue hostages with their military action plan. This plan is likely to be set in motion following President Donald Trump’s arrival in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab …

Mike Waltz shouldn’t be the only one to take the fall for Signal shenanigans

Share: Mike Waltz has been removed from his role as National Security Advisor on May 1, in what seems like a simple way to place the blame for the Signal shenanigans on one singular person, and someone other than Pete Hegseth, the Defense Secretary. Yes, Waltz did indeed create the Signal chat that included the Atlantic magazine’s editor-in-chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, but the blame shouldn’t be placed all on him. It was Hegseth who sent out official military information regarding airstrikes on the commercial messaging app, …

Trump’s visa reversal wasn’t justice, it was legal damage control

Share: The Trump administration recently revised its decision to terminate student visas for more than 1,500 international students in a rare retreat that reflects more on political pressure than it does on equity. Targeting many international students, many of whom had minor disputes with the law, the initial crackdown appeared to follow a wider trend of anti-immigration legislation. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) unexpectedly revoked their status, even though the majority of them were lawfully in the country on F-1 visas. They were frequently …

Parker gets deserved recognition for laying groundwork for future WNBA stars

Share: Candace Parker is undoubtedly one of the most significant figures in the history of the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA). From her dominant performances on the court to her leadership and advocacy off the court, Parker has made a lasting impact on the league and its fans. In recognition of her outstanding career and contributions to the franchise, the Los Angeles Sparks announced that they will be retiring Parker’s jersey on June 29. The honor is a testament to her legacy as a pioneering …

The H3 versus Hasanabi debate was a waste of time

Share: After a whole year full of non-stop beef, Ethan Klein of the H3H3 podcast and streamer Hasan Piker or Hasanabi broadcasted a live debate on May 3 in order to settle the score. It was a nightmare. In the nearly five–hour broadcast, Hasan and Ethan moved back and forth between ever-shifting goalposts. From petty drama involving streamers who are barely relevant to the topic, to the horrific acts of violence coming out of the Middle East. The debate came as the climax to the …