Share: The Mousetrap takes place in 1950’s England. The play begins with a subtle lullaby. The lights go out and a whistle comes about. Mollie Ralston, played by Aylah Robinson, is the first to appear on stage followed by her husband Giles Ralston, played by Daniel Grimaldi. PCC fills with laughter and screams with the theater department’s play “The Mousetrap” on the evening of Apr. 25. “I like murder” says Christopher Wren, the first guest to arrive at the Monkswell Manor guesthouse. Wren, played by …
Drag Herrrrrrrr: Queens still reign at West Hollywood bar
Share: The interior design of West Hollywood bar and grill Hamburger Mary’s appears as if the performers there designed it themselves. Pictures of drag queens cover the walls, a “free condoms here” box awaits at the entrance, and pride flags, glitter and diamonds are everywhere. On this night, Dani Kay dances and lip syncs to “God is a Woman” by Ariana Grande and Trinna Modele dresses as a bunny and dances to “Love Again” by Dua Lipa. Sparkle Stone dances and sings “California Gurls” by …
Same nipple, different laws
Share: Sixteen states in the U.S. have banned gender affirming surgery for anyone under eighteen. This includes top surgery for transgender men. Feminism has come a long way, however there are still laws that specifically criminalize women’s chests whereas no laws are currently in place which criminalizes men’s chests. Top surgery is a procedure to remove breast or chest tissue. Before the breast tissue is removed the person is not legally allowed to reveal their nipple in public with the breast tissue still intact. Even …
Bee aware: Lancers sting LA Harbor in easy win
Share: Music by Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre kept PCC softball players hyped as they took home another win Wednesday April 12, 2023 at Robinson field in Pasadena, California. “Honestly we’re really not trying to talk about wins right now, we’re trying to talk about playing good softball,” said head coach Monica Tantlinger. While the Lancers had control of the game and did walk away with a win, Coach Tantlinger did point out the officiating. Sophomore, Jaimie Harris started off scoring with a home run …
Willow Project: See Alaska before there is nothing left
Share: I went to visit Alaska early in 2023. The amount of wildlife and untouched natural beauty was breathtaking. Future generations will not be able to enjoy Alaska’s natural beauty like I did. The scenery, the animals, the history, the food, the landscapes and the peacefulness are all reasons people choose to visit Alaska. With the Willow project in place, visitors will no longer be able to enjoy the scenery. Visitors will not be able to go on wildlife tours in Alaska. Harming the planet …
Queer Alliance’s Promapalooza: ‘It’s always a good idea to have a party’
Share: Lady Gaga and Britney Spears’ music cloud the hallways at PCC’s Promapalooza. The Queer Alliance at PCC held a Promapalooza Thursday March 23, 2023 at Pasadena City College. “In general it’s always a good idea to have a party” Jaren Rhodes (he/him/his) pre law major says. A common theme among those who graduated in 2020 and 2021 was not being able to attend prom at all regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity due to Covid-19. Rainbow balloons and pride flags covered the Creveling …
Child marriage in the U.S. puts the ‘lock’ in ‘wedlock’
Share: Many Americans do not know that child marriage is still legal in the U.S. Often times when people think of child marriage few people think of the U.S. The amount of loopholes placed on child marriage in the U.S. is insane. Only seven states have the minimum age for marriage as 18, meanwhile seven states in the U.S. currently have no minimum age for marriage. Two states in the U.S. require the minimum age of 15 to get married. 25 out of 50 states …
PCC students disapprove of a four day work week
Share: Many U.K. employers are switching over to a four day work week, this model could very well soon become a reality for employees all over the world, including California. PCC students are not entirely a fan of a four day work week. “A four day work week would affect my paycheck because on the days that I don’t go to school I go into work,” freshman Skylar Leung, a hospitality major said. “If I don’t have the opportunity to work more than four days …
Cheap clothing comes at a much higher cost
Share: Like every other member of Gen Z, I watch YouTube and scroll on Instagram. Shein is a brand that has gained a lot of popularity among Gen Z for a number of reasons. Shein provides the newest styles for a cheap price, this is something that definitely grabs the attention of young people who want to look cool for a cheap price. The prices of sustainable fabrics are, on average, two and a half to four times more expensive in comparison to more commonly …
‘Paper Doll Lina’ explores the realities of domestic violence
Share: “Paper Doll Lina” by Robyn Lucas is a book about domestic violence and romance. Trigger warning: this book does get graphic. I would not recommend this book to anyone who is sensitive to domestic violence issues. This book is based on the author’s real-life story. This book is important because so many people deal with the intersection of love and domestic violence. This book educates you on red flags to spot that may be the beginning of domestic abuse. The abuse starts off small, …