Share: “Now this is real journalism…real boots on the ground journalism.” This phrase has become increasingly popular as netizens use it when seriously applauding good journalistic work or when meme-ifying lighthearted informatic content. Yet, this social trend isn’t so trivial. It exposes the negative perception towards journalism, one that is void of discernment, jeopardizes the fourth estate as a whole, and unfairly disregards the challenging work reporters do. Drawing on the experiences of the Courier, we’ve seen how journalistic work can be misunderstood, distrusted, and …
NBA refs are ruining the league
Share: These past NBA seasons, we’ve seen a clear shift from aggressive, downhill drives and high-efficiency 3-point shooting to iso-driven plays from star players. Due to NBA referees becoming soft, players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and others have turned soft to boost their stat lines and, ultimately, lead their team to victory. Along with refs calling many unnecessary fouls, it’s become more obvious that their calls have become one-sided to favor certain teams. Specifically, foul-baiting has been a trait among star players. “It’s clear in this …
The good, the BBAD, and $20 breakfast burritos
Share: As a self-proclaimed breakfast burrito connoisseur, seeing a $20 breakfast burrito makes me angry. Not because a $20 price tag can’t be justified, but because I cannot wrap my head around what could make a breakfast burrito cost $20, unless it’s coated in gold. Regardless, I set out to understand why customers pay the high price for a breakfast burrito. “Usually I would never pay $20 for breakfast, but I’ve heard good things, so I wanted to try it,” said Marcos Inostros, patron of …
Pasadena urban warfare training could be a precursor for World Cup
Share: While impromptu military exercises are not uncommon in the choppy political climate of modern America, gunshots and helicopters were not noises Pasadena residents expected to hear at 2 a.m.. After the drill that took place at abandoned Saint Luke’s Hospital concluded, the event left American citizens skeptical and curious. With the FIFA World Cup partially taking place in Los Angeles, a military exercise can only be seen as a calculated way for Trump to send a message to the thousands of international fans coming …
Looksmaxxing looks like a dangerous beauty trend fueled by Incel Rhetoric Visuals:
Share: The way people present themselves has always been under the scrutiny of the public eye. Whether you’re a celebrity or not, the way you look is seen by everybody in your day-to-day life. Beauty standards already uphold dangerous ideals for an individual to try to uphold, especially in a diverse American society that upholds a European beauty standard. Dangerous beauty trends have led to an upsurge in eating disorders and addictions to plastic surgery. Now, a new dangerous beauty trend has begun to make …
Great bout, bad idea: UFC at the White House
Share: There may not be a more uniquely American way to celebrate 250 years of the nation without bloodshed. On Sunday, June 14, at 5 p.m., UFC Freedom 250 will take place on the South Lawn of the White House, yes, the White House. As a bonus, the event also falls on President Donald Trump’s birthday. However, the card itself is loaded with compelling fights. Long-time fan favorite Justin Gaethje will face the undefeated and undisputed Illia Topuria for the lightweight title, while Alex “Poatan” …
WHO will help us now? Concern about the Hantavirus is valid
Share: A new virus is scaring the world, for good reason, too, since the passengers aboard the cruise ship who tested positive for hantavirus were allowed to go home. At the very least, the passengers aboard should have been quarantined at secure medical facilities to ensure they aren’t a threat to the public. Many are aware of the story of the Hantavirus outbreak aboard the Dutch cruise ship, which infected eight people and killed three, and this is reminiscent of the COVID-19 panic that spread …
Drug raid in MacArthur Park: The war that keeps repeating itself
Share: The Los Angeles Police Department conducted much-needed raids in MacArthur Park on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, as well as at multiple locations across Southern California, including San Gabriel and Calabasas. Officers seized approximately 40 pounds of fentanyl and 3 pounds of methamphetamine. The removal of these drugs is not an abstract policy matter; it is the prevention of immediate, often irreversible harm. “Enough drugs to kill 190,000 people,” said LAPD Chief Jim McDonald. The MacArthur Park location, long described by law enforcement and media …
LeBron needs to return to leave a lasting legacy with the Lakers
Share: LeBron James, who is arguably the best player in the league, has entered free agency, leaving many fans wondering what’s next. After a long 23 seasons, winning 4 NBA championships and 4 consecutive MVP awards, he faces retirement, or one final season for redemption. After being swept by the OKC Thunder in the second round of the NBA playoffs, it’s highly unlikely LeBron will end his career on such a devastating loss. Throughout his career, he’s played for 3 different NBA teams: the Cleveland …
A great discography shouldn’t save your legacy
Share: There is a common question asked in the pop-culture world: Can art be separated from the artist? It is an important question to ask in the age of cancel-culture and accountability, but it is time we shift the question; what we really should be asking is: Should art be separated from the artist? There are a few cases that can help shape the understanding of this altered question and why we ultimately should not separate the two. This conversation has resurfaced after the controversy …