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LOCAL NEWS Anti-Trump Protests in Norfolk On Nov. 11, anti-Trump advocates took to the streets to peacefully protest. Almost 60 people made their way onto Granby Street, while holding signs that said “Not my president” and “Love trumps hate.” Police officers made sure to block off roads the protesters were on so that they would not be in any danger. Three Alumni Put Into Strome’s Hall of Fame Three alumni were inducted into the Strome Entrepreneurial Hall of Fame on Nov. 4. Honorees include Jack Exxell Jr. (Class of 2011), Mark Geddis (Class of 1990) and Paul Hirschbiel (Class of 2010). President John R. Broderick spoke at the event discussing the amazing work being done within the Strome Entrepreneurial Center for start-up businesses. HGTV’s ‘Fixer Upper’ Stars Are Coming to ODU On Nov. 28, Chip and Joanna Gaines from the HGTV show “Fixer Upper” will be coming to the Ted Constant Convocation Center. The appearance will be one of the signature events held by the Strome Entrepreneurial Center as part of Entrepreneurship Month. The show is about how the couple turn run-down houses into beautiful, like-new homes in central Texas. “Fixer Upper” is currently in its fourth season. Lion’s Lair Winners Announced Four winners were chosen for ODU’s first “Lion’s Lair” competition for entrepreneurial students. The contest helped bring to light new start-up ideas and allowed their creators to showcase them to a panel of business leaders from the Hampton Roads area. Matthew Yancer, Janay Brown, Armando Russell and Mike Beyrodt were awarded $3,000, with Beyrodt winning “Best in Show” receiving an extra $3,000. "I can't thank [Executive Director for Strome Entrepreneurial Center] Nancy Grden enough,” Beyrodt said.

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What's in a Name? T.J. Thompson Staff Writer Celebrating International Education Week, the Office of Intercultural Relations hosted an event Wednesday titled, “What’s in a Name?” A panel of seven students representing seven different countries discussed origins of names from their native lands. The university hosts more than 1,000 international students. Those students represent 100 different countries contributing to the diversity the school lauds. This event began with a quiz. Attendees were handed 23 different international names representing current students on campus. The goal was to identify the country of origin for the name. The countries represented were China, India, Iran, Mexico, Nicaragua, Pakistan and Thailand. Some of the names’ origins were easier to decipher than others. Nicaragua and Mexico are Spanishspeaking, and their names looked similar. Another tough distinction was between the countries of Iran and Pakistan since they border each other. The audience was given an opportunity to redeem their initial quiz results with a post-test following the presentations from panelists. Based upon responses from the audience, the discussion helped in identifying names from different cultures.

The panel consisted of six females and one male. One of the dominant conversations was from the Muslim countries represented. Iran and Pakistan were represented by two females. Tayyaba Batool from Pakistan presented an overview of the etymology of Urdu which is her native tongue. Batool stated her language is derived from Sanskrit, Farsi and Arabic. She further explained that female names end in the letter “a” and can sometimes be derived from masculine names. Men are typically named after prophets and strong leaders. Farinaz Sabz Ali Pour represented Iran whose native tongue is Farsi. Iran shares a border with Pakistan and is also a Muslim country so the names share many commonalities. She also stated surnames are indicative of the city or region from which a family originates. Another country that was represented was India. Indian names are derived from the Hindu language and rely upon astrology and the many gods celebrated in the Hindu culture. Children are typically named based upon their zodiac signs. China was represented by Yu Duan. She taught those in attendance it is polite to address a Chinese person using the surname first. Chinese names may also have a mystical significance based upon

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the circumstances surrounding a child’s birth. The surname is passed down by the patriarch of the family. There is a major distinction between the English translation and original name because much of the meaning is based in the Chinese characters. Another Eastern country native on the panel was from Thailand. The interesting fact mentioned about Thai names is they may represent the day of the week a birth occurred. An example of Monday was shared with the audience and stated children born on this day would have no vowels in the Thai spelling of the name. Two Spanish-speaking natives were on the panel as well with Nicaragua and Mexico. The Mexican representative was the only male on the panel. Latino cultures tend to utilize biblical names for their children. They also use both the matriarchal and patriarchal surnames. Guadalupe Arguello from Nicaragua stated her name represents the Virgin of Guadalupe which is an enshrinement of the mother of Jesus Christ known in English speaking cultures as the Virgin Mary. The event was enlightening, providing knowledge on how to respect international students and their heritage. The Office of Intercultural Relations proved why it is an asset to campus students at this event.

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#ShowYourStuff at the Women's Center's 'SPEAK' event on Nov. 30

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National Anti-Trump Protests Continue Henry Hull Contributing Writer After Election Day, many Americans were left disappointed. Afraid of what to expect from President-elect Donald Trump, many have taken to protesting in expressing their displeasures with the outcome. The protesters are mostly young adults and college students. While some of the protests have been peaceful, many have turned violent with property being destroyed and death threats being made. One such incident involved a picture being held up that read, "Rape Melania," referring to Trump's wife, the future First Lady.

The backlash is in response to the president-elect's controversial stances on immigration and national security with many accusing him of being a racist as well as an Islamophobe. They also fear that he will overturn the Supreme Court ruling on abortion and marriage equality. His stances on healthcare and gun control have also generated controversy. Many have also challenged the legitimacy of the election results due to Trump failing to win the popular vote. This has resulted in protesters calling for an end to the Electoral College. Calls for it to end have already gained traction in Congress and a bill is already being introduced. The protests have drawn a polar-

izing response from those with liberal political views. Most liberals are supporting the protests, while those with conservative views are condemning it. Those who support the demonstrations rationalize it by comparing Trump to Adolf Hitler, while those who condemn them attribute it to the negative stereotypes that people associate with the millennial generation. Trump has taken to Twitter to respond to the protests first by accus-

ing the media of inciting the riots and then later praising them for their passion for the country. There have also been reports of increased harassment of Latinos and Muslims by some supporters of Trump. In an interview with 60 Minutes, Trump condemned the behavior and called for it to stop. "If it helps, I will say this, and I will say right to the cameras: Stop it," Trump said. Despite condemning the hate

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"If it helps, I will say this, and I will say right to the cameras: Stop it."

crimes, Trump refuses to back down from his positions, recently reaffirming that he still intends to deport three million undocumented immigrants and to force Muslims to register into a database. Anti-Trump protestors also cite his appointment of Steve Bannon, executive chairman of the conservative publication Breitbart as well as an alleged Anti-Semite, to Counselor to the President as justification for comparing him to Hitler. Many of the demonstrators vow to continue with some saying that they plan to build "the Tea Party of the left" and that "[the protests] are just a taste of things to come."

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Gray's Pharmacy Closing Its Doors Morgan Engelhardt News Editor After almost 100 years of serving the community, Gray's Pharmacy on Hampton Boulevard will be closing its doors on Nov. 29. Owner Dave Halla confirmed his pharmacy's closing and the store’s contents will be transferred to CVS Pharmacy. Halla took over the store in 1989, having been a staple in the Norfolk community since 1918. When asked about the closing, Halla said, “What can I say? It’s tough." The announcement first appeared earlier this month with a sign on the door to customers stating the official closing at the end of this month. The announcement came as a shock to most in the area who prefer the personal touch of an independent pharmacy, rather than a larger, nation-wide chain. Halla said federal

insurance changes have greatly affected and hurt his business. He believes Obamacare or the Affordable Care Act has greatly impacted his business. Even though Halla loves his job, the 66-year-old pharmacy owner has expressed a sigh of relief in the closing because of his age, stating he’s a "dinosaur." Halla eased the concerns of those who have prescriptions with Gray's by letting them know they will be confidentially transferred to the CVS store just a few blocks down on Hampton Boulevard. Gray's Pharmacy was founded by W.F. and D.D. Gray in 1918, opening to a surprising success. At the time, ODU was not in existence and the surrounding area was sparsely developed. The success of the pharmacy surprised most people and underwent remodeling three times between its

opening and 1953. The store was best known in its early days for its method of using different colored baskets for prescriptions, basing them off who was at the store waiting, who ordered by phone and who requested their prescriptions for home delivery. With nationwide pharmacy chains such as CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid dominating the market, the U.S. has roughly 22,000 independent pharmacies, making up only 30 percent of pharmacies according to Healthcare Consultants. Many independent pharmacies across the country who have served their communities for decades have closed because of their inability to keep up with larger chains.

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Sources: Healthcare Consultants, Gray's Pharmacy.

This Week in History

Justin L.C. Ross Contributing Writer

As the time draws near to spend the holiday season with family and friends, let us all draw closer together to remember the common bonds that we share: the memory of those who are no longer with us and the unlimited potential for our own destiny. November 22, 1963 President John. F. Kennedy is assassinated in Dallas, plunging the nation into mourning over this shocking and unexpected event. November 23, 1943 After a bitter and incredibly costly struggle for the Pacific island of Tarawa, the U.S. Marine Corps declares the island secure. November 24, 1979 In a highly anticipated press release, the U.S. Government admits to the exposure of thousands of military service personnel to the deadly defoliant Agent Orange.

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November 25, 1923 For the first time in human history, transatlantic radio broadcasting is successfully accomplished, and a new dawn of human connectivity is established. November 26, 1863 After the triumphant Union victories at both Gettysburg and Vicksburg, President Abraham Lincoln issues a declaration for a day of Thanksgiving. November 27, 2005 A new dawn in medicine arrives with the successful operation of a partial face transplant. November 29, 1903 After launching an inquiry into the U.S. Postal Service, a federal commission discovers millions of dollars have been lost in a scandalous fraud on the American people. Source: History.net

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A Tribe Called Quest: They're Still On Point Shannon Jay Staff Writer Whether it’s the country’s institutionalization driven by drugs, poor political representation or the present

generation finding their worth, A Tribe Called Quest’s long-awaited and final record, “We got it from Here… Thank You 4 Your service,” beautifully but blatantly points out societal flaws to unify the people. There’s a lot of com-

BITS OF A&E SAC Brings Back ‘The Grinch’ As part of the Throwback Film Series, the Student Activities Council will be showing “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” The film, originally released in 2000, stars Jim Carrey as the furry, green Grinch you love to hate. “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” is the second highest-grossing holiday film of all time, second only to “Home Alone.” The film will be shown Dec. 3 at 8 p.m. in the Mills Godwin Building, rm. 102. Shop Ethically at the 15th Annual Fair Trade Festival Eat, drink, shop and be merry at the 15th Annual Fair Trade Festival. Certified fair trade goods will be on sale in time for the holiday season. The festival will feature over 20 vendors, live music and food trucks. Festival hours are noon to 8 p.m. on Dec. 3 and noon to 5 p.m. on Dec. 4 at O’Connor Brewing Co. Demonstration at Chrysler Museum Glass Studio Josh Johnson will demonstrate his glassmaking skills on Nov. 27 from noon until 1 p.m. at the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio. Johnson will be the featured artist on display at the studio’s gallery space from Nov. 21-28. The 7,000-square-foot Chrysler Museum Glass Studio complements the world-class glass collection at the Chrysler Museum. The state-of-the-art facility features space for artists to create and demonstrate their craft. ‘Home Alone’ Gets a Musical Twist A holiday classic, “Home Alone,” will be shown at Chrysler Hall along with a live orchestra. Macaulay Culkin plays Kevin McCallister, an 8-year-old boy who is mistakenly left behind when his family leaves for Christmas vacation. The event is in partnership with The Governor’s School for the Arts, Seven Venues and the Virginia Arts Festival. Tickets are available now for the 7 p.m. showing on Nov. 26.

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plex consciousness blending the past, present and future echoed throughout beats, metaphors and star-studded appearances. The record honored a fallen five-footer brother, and deciphered that not every brother is a brother... but they don’t know. Timeless and timely, the band’s first record in 18 years was released right after the election. “We the People…” already instills Trump’s separatist immigration policies, and Tribe combats this by finding common ground in the food we eat when we’re hungry. Referenced is a meal college kids know all too well – ramen noodles. A food everyone can afford, the microwavable snack is used as a level playing field, showing we’re more alike than different, and mostly broke. While “The Space Program” alludes to a surely female president, “Melatonin” copes with a lack of surprise in the rise of Trump. Although cut before election day, Q-Tip practically responds to Barack Obama’s day-after speech with the line “The sun is up, but I feel down again.” This track suggests racist acts always done in the dark are simply now coming out. This sentiment is echoed in “The Killing Season,” which uses metaphors of war to describe injustice at the hands of the police: “These fruitful trees are rooted in bloody soil and torment / Things haven’t really changed / Or they're dormant for the moment.” The record’s release on Veteran’s Day and reference to an associated phrase in the title makes this comparison especially potent. Despite predictable presidential

results, this reality still ensues restlessness. This lack of sleep is explained in “Kids...” where worries for the future generations are that both normal, safe success and famous, flashy rapdom are unattainable fantasies for black youth. In contrast, “Movin Backwards” shows motivation from the youngsters, bringing contemporary artist Anderson Paak. on to propose propelling onward in the face of hopelessness. Contrasting top-ranking rap albums from this year such as Young Thug and Travis Scott, Tribe brings the philosophy lost in trap music, putting the rhythm and poetry back in rap. Jarobi has something to say to the “trap lords with the fetty” in “Movin Backwards,” begging rappers not to bring back stereotyped shallowness Tribe’s thoughtful lyrics hoped to put a dent in. These artists have digressed from the hip hop that reminded Q-Tip’s dad of bebop in “Excursions,” but Tribe brought in youngins who embrace jazz on their records, like Anderson Paak. and Kendrick Lamar, maintaining philosophical flow for the future. “We got it from here…” maintains a classic sound through Q-Tip’s multi-instrumentalism and scratches by George “DJ Scratch” Spivey. Production and subject matter are relevant and fresh without ever feeling contrived, and is always very Tribe. Jarobi White stayed in the background the few early years he was with ATCQ , leaving and his vocals cut before “Low End Theory” dropped. For the first and last time, White lends his verses and voice to several tracks. Also coming together after nearly 20

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years of disagreements are Q-Tip and Phife Dawg. Childhood friends separated by solo ventures, Phife’s abrasive tone is like the crunchy toast Q-Tip’s buttery vocals are spread upon. Phife was always Q-Tip’s biggest critic, and the Abstract alludes to this in the song dedicated to the five-foot assassin, “Lost Somebody”: “Despite all the spats and shits and immaculately documented / The one thing I appreciate, you and I, we never pretended.” The track leaves a small space of silence toward the end, imbedded with sharp guitar riffs that echo in Phife’s absence. Along with all the fabulous founding members, Tribe brings in talented and famous names to help continue divulging their low-end theory. Classic associates Busta Rhymes, Andre 3000 and Q-Tip’s cousin Consequence lend verses while left-field features like Jack White and Elton John provide funky instrumentals. Subdued appearances never overshadow Tribe, serving as savory sprinkles atop a soulful sundae. In “Conrad Tokyo,” Phife posthumorously alludes to the band’s now legendary SNL performance. A day after the record release and the weekend after the election, their appearance with fellow black Muslim Dave Chappelle on SNL was the perfect punctuation to a painful week and a wonderful "F-U" to the president-elect. Chappelle’s graciousness toward Trump and Tribe’s reclamation of his hateful rhetoric shows the greatness of America and the talent we stand to miss out on if Trump successfully closes the minds ATCQ has spent over 20 years opening.

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MONARCH STYLE What to Buy in Boutiques Kim Bering Staff Writer

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Coelacanth Brewing Co. They're 'Just Different'

Jacie Litz Staff Writer

“Ugly Fish. Beautiful Beer.” Tucked away in Ghent, the Coelacanth Brewing Company offers a new take on beer. The focus on flavor and local ingredients provide a unique experience to the rapidly growing craft beer scene. After taking a sip, it's obvious that owner Kevin Erskine is doing something right. Erskine opened the doors on Dec. 10, 2015. The namesake fish, pronounced (See-luh-canth), once believed to be extinct, provided Erskine with a cool story and logo. “It reminds me that there are things out there that have not been discovered,” Erskine said. Coelacanth is only one of 12 breweries in Virginia to be certified green by the Department of Environmental Quality. “It requires a commitment to doing things in an environmentally sound manner, which had been my plan from the beginning,” Erskine said. Recycling, treating water properly, eliminating waste and having a small carbon footprint works towards being green. Coelacanth also likes to use local ingredients as much as possible. Local blackberries, strawberries and rosemary are used in the beers. “We are working with the Virginia Department of Agriculture to identify local growers of grains also,” Er-

skine said. Erskine emphasized the importance of supporting local businesses and artists. He spoke of T-shirt Thursdays, where discounts are given on beer purchases to customers who wear a T-shirt from a local business or brewery. Each month a local artist puts up their work at the brewery. The local support also extends to food. Food trucks are not the only way to eat at Coelacanth. Restaurants and chefs are invited to do pop-ups. “We think beer goes well with food, so by having a wide variety of pop-ups and food trucks, we get to highlight that,” Erskine said. On Nov. 18, Chef J Ponder was showcased in a pop-up. The menu included crab mac and cheese, Maryland style crab fries and his signature sweet & heat wings. The logo “Just Different” is also part of Coelacanth. When asked, Erskine said, “We don’t want to follow trends, we try to look ahead.” By using unique ingredients and diverse aging techniques, Coelacanth delivers on full-flavor, well-balanced beers. The Coelia, an American pale wheat ale, uses lemon and rosemary to provide a light and refreshing brew.

The Passionfruit Gose sour beer gives only a slight tartness with sweet notes of the passion fruit. The Mermaid Kiss is truly uncommon. The rosemary lemon wheat ale is aged in a Mermaid Winery Pinot Noir cask for 7 months. The result is a beer that drinks like a wine and highlights the citrus notes. If you think you don’t like dark beers, try the Kopimanis latte stout. The name translates to “sweet coffee.” The Sumatra coffee beans add a slight sweetness to the stout and easy drinkability. Another fun beer to try is the Bramble Berliner Weiss. The local blackberries used turn the beer a light purple. The sour beer is tame in the acidity allowing a smooth, refreshing drink. The atmosphere is also distinctive. Dark wood picnic tables in the center of the room encourage communal seating. Wooden benches with orange and black metal stools line the walls. The front showcases large, glass garage doors. The brewing room can be seen behind the bar. A wide range of customers highlights the familyfriendly vibe. To keep up with events and new beer releases, check out their website or follow them on Facebook.

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"We don't want to follow trends, we try to look ahead."

Boutique shopping is a great way to find eccentric clothes. Most of them have clothing, accessories, home décor and gift items that are not commonly seen in other stores. The unordinary items found in boutiques can diversify your wardrobe and make for personalized, fun gifts. When shopping for clothes, the best thing to buy at boutiques are items that you would not normally invest in. An effective way to make your wardrobe stand out is to look for interesting pieces, especially accessories. Boutiques have a unique style of eclectic items that could not easily be found in a popular chain of stores. One of the best online boutiques to shop at is Shoptiques. It is only featured in large cities like Paris and New York, but their online store is easy to access. This website allows either browsing clothing by category and price or by selecting a particular brand to shop within. Shoptiques offers clothing, home goods, sale items and accessories. They stay on top of popular trends and sell them at reasonable prices. Shoptiques specialize in balancing the mixture of unusual, simple and specialty clothing for your wardrobe. This website features many on-demand trends, but they also keep a variety of basic items that are meant to last more than one season. Having a handful of trendy items and a multitude of staple pieces ensures lasting style. Boutiques also specialize in eclectic accessories and jewelry. One of the most popular jewelry trends this season are heavily embellished initial necklaces. These artsy pendants are meant to be personalized by having your initials in large calligraphy letters. These interesting pendants can be found at Francesca’s online or in store for $22. The curly font differentiates these necklaces from other standard initial necklaces. They add a personal

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emphasis to a plain sweater or shirt without looking too ostentatious. Another handful of things to buy at boutiques this time of year are gifts. Little knick-knacks and crafty items make fun and personal presents for someone. The Hot Pink Daisy is the perfect location that offers a wide range of gifts for special occasions. This boutique can be found online or in-store at 4410 Colley Ave. in Norfolk. Junior Emily Diehl works at this friendly boutique. She loves the relaxed and “go with the flow” atmosphere in this locally owned store. She believes that privately owned boutiques are much more special than working for a large chain. “I love the idea of shopping local and featuring local artists’ unique designs,” Diehl said. The Hot Pink Daisy features several local artists’ collections and also popular brands like Lily Pulitzer. They specialize in gifting for any occasion like graduations, weddings, birthdays, mother’s day and other holidays. They also have a monogram shop for more personalized items. Jewelry, purses, pillows, home décor, key chains and even men’s grooming kits can be monogrammed. Another local boutique that offers accessories and fun gift items is With Lavender and Lace. This quirky online vintage shop features handmade floral phone cases that are dried and pressed with real flowers. It also sells various hair bows and other accessories for the girly trend lover. This quaint boutique also has a blog that promotes seasonal look books for vintage outfit inspiration, artsy photoshoots and other featured merchandise. Norfolk has a multitude of quaint and friendly boutiques to choose from. They are the perfect spot to browse for clothes, gifts and quirky little knick-knacks. These online or in-store shops promote the uniqueness of boutique fashion. They circulate around the expression of style through artsy pieces.

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MONARCH MUSIC MINUTE Hell YES!

I’ll Listen to it Twice, Even.

RICHARD GABRINTINA STAFF WRITER

We’re Getting There...

STRFKR

Eh...

Face Palm.

‘Being No One, Going Nowhere’

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Because of IFC’s Portlandia, the city of Portland brings to mind the humorously eclectic. STRFKR, based out of The City of Roses, is certainly different but approaches music with seriousness. STRFKR has released a total of five studio albums since 2008. Their latest record, “Being No One, Going Nowhere,” dropped on Nov. 4 from Polyvinyl Record Co. Originally formed in 2007, STRFKR currently consists of frontman Joshua Hodges, Shawn Glassford and Keil Corcoran. Their name, unabbreviated as Starf---er, was initially conceived from a joke. A former manager advised them to rebrand themselves as they rose to prominence, shifting

between PYRAMID and Pyramiddd. The band reverted back to their roots, despite the challenges with censorship. Inspired by eastern ideologies and Hodges’ exploration throughout California’s Joshua Tree desert, “Being No One, Going Nowhere” is a psychedelic introspection. A poppy, dance-friendly hypnosis, “Tape Machine” introduces the album with rippling synths and gravitational bass grooves. “Satellite” is Hodges’ attempt to orbit toward enlightenment: “My thoughts all evil and pure / Gone away from my own design.” On “Open Your Eyes,” Hodges surrenders himself to a stream of synths:

“Take my body / Let it take me / Back to the river.” “Maps” is an unfolding, cinematic revelation: “You never had to lie / To keep them in your heart.” “Dark Days” juxtaposes its title against jubilant and twinkling riffs. The title track concludes the album with reassurance for merely existing: “You’re alright where you are / Being no one / Going nowhere.” Between psychedelic, space discos and riffs of rumination, “Being No One, Going No Where” distances the ego to adopt oneness with the universe. STRFKR is currently on tour and will perform on Dec. 1 at the Jefferson Theater in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Alicia Keys ‘Here’

Ever since Grammy Award-winning musician Alicia Keys released “Girl On Fire” four years ago, there have been significant changes in her life and in the world surrounding her. She’s abandoned makeup products to protest female beauty standards and gave birth to her second child. In America’s increasingly tense social climate, Alicia Keys followed up with “Here” on Oct. 7 from RCA Records. At 45 minutes, “Here” addresses her roots, her position in life and where America currently stands. Tackling a range of issues, Alicia Keys adopts spoken word delivery amid signature, soulful crooning.

The album’s production is beautifully handled by creative team ILLuminaries, comprised of herself, husband Swizz Beatz, Mark Batson and Harold Lilly. Additionally, Pharrell assists on “Work On It,” a song about persevering in her relationship with Swizz Beatz. A$AP Rocky is the only feature on “Here,” delivering a verse on “Blended Family (What You Do For Love)” that celebrates family commitment. “The Beginning (Interlude)” introduces the album with a soft piano arrangement and an empowering verse: “I’m the erratic energy that gets in your skin / And if you don’t let me in

/ I’m the shot in the air when the party ends.” Seamless in transition, “The Gospel” picks up in energy as Keys paints a portrait of her upbringing. “She Don’t Really Care_1 Luv” is a hometown homage. Alicia Keys sings alongside a guitar about the unfair beauty standards imposed on women in “Girl Can’t Be Herself.” “More Than We Know” offers inspiration for progress. In her latest, socially-charged album, Alicia Keys feels more downto-earth but still offers empowerment for herself and for her audience.

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Sleigh Bells ‘Jessica Rabbit’

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Born out of Brooklyn, Sleigh Bells is singer Alexis Krauss and guitarist Derek Miller. Churning out indie favorites like “Infinity Guitars” and “Crown on the Ground” off of 2010’s “Treats,” the noise pop duo is known for its signature drum machine pounds, addictive riffs and unabashedly crass delivery. On Nov. 11, Sleigh Bells released their fourth studio album “Jessica Rabbit” from the band’s own record label, Torn Clean. Debuting with “Treats,” Sleigh Bells entered the indie-sphere as an exhilarating novelty. By their third album “Bitter Rivals,” what distinguished them began to feel lackluster and played out. “Jessica Rabbit” seeks

to propel the duo back to relevance by plunging itself through perilous experimentation. On their fourth album, Krauss and Miller meticulously craft each track and enlist veteran hip-hop producer Mike Elizondo to aid in production and songwriting. The album is introduced by “It’s Just Us Now,” where guitars shift in tempo and slash like a staple Sleigh Bells track. After that, however, “Jessica Rabbit” feels confused by ambient soundscape attempts and bombarded with an exaggerated drum machine. “I Can’t Stand You Anymore” laments a fractured relationship with stadium rock verses and Krauss’ vo-

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cals ascend over raining keys in its poppy chorus. “I Can Only Stare” is a successful sonic reinvention, which Miller credits The Smiths as being partial inspiration. While their latest album allows for lyrical complexity and for Krauss to have more involvement, it ultimately feels misguided and oversaturated with unintentional chaos. “Treats” might have ushered in an unheardof sound that largely influenced pop music thereafter, but “Jessica Rabbit” is a desperate attempt to haphazardly reinvent themselves through forced complexity.

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‘Sing Street’

2016 | PG-13 | 106 min. Art, whether it be music, painting or writing, is something that can bring out the best in us. Art is something that gives artists a reason to keep looking forward, no matter how tough things get. This is something that the character of Connor discovers in “Sing Street,” a comingof-age film that never fails to inspire its audience. When Connor (Ferdia WalshPeelo) is abruptly shifted from his posh private school setting to the vicious and unforgiving terrain of public school, he has to find a way to survive. That survival comes in the

form of Sing Street, a band he hastily puts together to impress his crush, Raphina (Lucy Boynton). Initially a way to get Raphina to star in a music video, Connor and the other members of Sing Street begin to use the band as a means of escape from their troubles. No stranger to dramas that use music as a theme, writer and director John Carney (“Once,” “Begin Again”), creates a story that has ‘80s nostalgia running through its veins. Much of the music that Connor and his friends make is heavily influenced by artists like Duran, Duran and Da-

vid Bowie. Rather than going for empty nostalgia, Carney creates a story that uses those references to help the characters shape who they are. While the film is able to successfully capture the heartbreaking qualities of growing up, “Sing Street” also encapsulates the joy of finding one’s self through art. While playing with the ideas of identity and the hardships of adolescents, “Sing Street” also serves as a great feel-good movie that certainly earns its place as one of the best films of the year. This film is available on Netflix.

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‘I Am Your Father’ 2015 | Unrated | 83 min.

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When asked, “Who is the greatest movie villain of all time,” it’s probably no doubt that people will instantly think of the hulking figure of Darth Vader. Truly, the character is an embodiment of menace and evil that hasn’t been immortalized on the big screen in the same way. While audiences may know actor James Earl Jones for providing the voice for the character, not many people know of the actor that actually wore the mask on set. In “I Am Your Father,” audiences are given a portrait of actor and professional bodybuilder David Prowse. Prowse has become immortalized in

the nerddom community for physically playing the big bad in the original “Star Wars” trilogy. This documentary not only covers Prowse’s legacy as an actor but also the betrayal he faced from George Lucas on the set of “Return of the Jedi.” When it came time to unmask Darth Vader and show the world what he looked like in “Jedi,” Prowse was replaced with veteran actor Sebastian Shaw. This is something that has plagued Prowse for years after the film’s release. The material the film has to work with is certainly interesting enough. However, no real answers are given by the filmmakers

that would explain Lucas’s decision to cut Prowse from the final film. Though the documentary has its flaws, “I Am Your Father” is still a fascinating look at actors who wear masks and makeup and aren’t recognized for their work. Prowse has had a long career that isn’t as well recognized as his other “Star Wars” co-stars. Filmmakers Toni Bestard and Marcos Cabota show a passion for wanting to showcase Prowse’s years of work in a way not many take the time to. This film is available on Netflix.

‘Green Room’ 2016 | R | 95 min.

In writer/director Jeremy Saulnier’s “Green Room,” he explores the dynamic of punk music without really focusing on the music itself. The main character Pat (Anton Yelchin) explains early in the movie that you have to attend the show in order to get the full effect, otherwise the music is lost to its audience. Saulnier uses his character’s advice and gives audience’s a siege film that tries to embody the nature of punk rock without using the music. After a failed tour, Pat and his bandmates manage to finagle their way into one last gig that will fi-

nance their way home. There is only one problem: the gig is located at a militant neo-Nazi-owned bar in the middle of nowhere. Knowing that it’s either this or nothing, the band grits their teeth and unwillingly plays their set. Just as his band is finished up and leaving, Pat inadvertently witnesses a murder and the owners of the bar aren’t too keen on letting them walk free. After locking Pat and his crew into the bar’s green room, the owners decide to call Darcy (Patrick Stewart) and his army of soldiers to eliminate the band. To escape, Pat and his band

have to fight their way out no matter how messy the battle gets. What makes “Green Room” work is its use of violence, and this truly is a disturbingly violent movie. Saulnier wants to treat his character’s obstacle much like it is a set of punk rock music. There is no set-up for what comes next and anything can happen at any moment. With razor sharp focus, “Green Room” is an unforgiving yet unforgettable experience that leaves its audience shaken.

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Monarchs Win in Richmond For First Time in 19 Years Harry Howard Jr. Sports Editor

The Old Dominion men's basketball team hit the road and took down the Richmond Spiders 64-61 at the Robins Center for the first time since Jan. 4, 1997. The win snapped a 10-game losing streak for the Monarchs at the arena. “It’s been a while,” ODU head coach Jeff Jones said. Jones' drought at the Robins Center was longer as he hadn't won here since the mid-1990s while he was coaching at UVA. ODU (2-0) started the game on a 16-0 run and held Richmond (1-1) scoreless for the opening seven minutes and 25

seconds. This spurt to open the game was surprising considering forward Brandan Stith was on the bench for most of it. Stith picked up his second foul of the game just over a minute into the contest. “I had to take what the refs give me, sit down on the bench and cheer my teammates on,” Brandan Stith said. Stith would play just 10 total minutes. His replacement, redshirt sophomore Trey Porter, filled in for him scoring eight points and hauling in seven rebounds. ODU led for the entire first half but Richmond closed in with a 9-0 and at the halftime buzzer, ODU led 31-27. Seven

different Monarchs would score in the half led by B.J. Stith's eight points off the bench. The bench scoring was a key advantage for Old Dominion as they outscored the Spiders 21-9 for the game. “That’s what we need to do, That’s what the bench is for. We did what we need to do,” B.J. Stith said. Ahmad Caver filled up the stat sheet scoring 13 points, grabbing 7 rebounds and dishing out a team-high five assists. Richmond offense revolved around the two-man game of guard ShawnDre' Jones and forward T.J. Cline. Jones had 23 points and Cline chipped in 18 points along with seven assists,

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and six rebounds. The Spiders took their first lead of the game with 12:25 left in the second half and the two would go back and forth for the next five minutes. With 4:39 left Jones drained a three to give Richmond a 59-56 lead. That would be their last basket as the Monarchs began trapping Jones and Spiders weren't able to adjust. ODU took a one-point lead with 3:49 left on B.J. Stith dunk and never looked back. The defense forced turnovers and Brandan Stith and Zoran Talley knocked down free throws in the final minutes to hold on. “To get a win in this building is big. It’s certainly a confidence

booster for our guys that when a lot was going against us to be able to hang in there and make enough plays was big for us, ” Jones said. Up next for ODU is No. 12 Louisville on Nov. 23 at 9:30 p.m. in the first round of Battle 4 Atlantis in Paradise Island, Bahamas. Following the Louisville game, the Monarchs will play two more times in the Bahamas Nov. 24-25. The rest of the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament field includes No. 13 Michigan State, Baylor, LSU, VCU, Witchita State and St. Johns.

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SPORTS RECAP Baltimore Orioles to Visit Harbor Park for Exhibition The Orioles will visit Harbor Park for the fifth time when they play against the Norfolk Tides on March 31. Tickets will go on sale March 4, box seats will cost $25 and reserved seats will cost $22. “We’re proud to be an affiliate of an outstanding partner like the Orioles, and this event is another example of Baltimore’s commitment to growing Orioles baseball in the Hampton Roads community,” Tides GM Joe Gregory said. TJ Ricks Named Conference USA Player of the Week Senior linebacker TJ Ricks finished the win against Southern Miss with 11 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss, forced two fumbles and recovered two fumbles. On the season Ricks has recorded a total of 81 tackles, four for loss and four pass breakups. Emilie Petit Named Conference USA Swimmer of the Week In the Lady Monarchs first win of the season, sophomore Emilie Petit posted a meet-best 2:08.22 in the 200 Butterfly. She also won the 200 Individual Medley with a time of 2:08.54. That time was four seconds better than second place. Cory Moreno Wins Diver of the Week In a meet against Georgetown, Monarch diver Cory Moreno scored a 33.45 in the three-meter dive to qualify for the NCAA zones. His score was 10 points shy of his career high. This is the third time this season that Moreno has won the CCSA Diver of the Week award. ODU Baseball 2017 Signing Class Head coach Chris Finwood announced his ten player class which features three infielders Tommy Bell, Tye Golden, and DJ League, outfielder Khie Simms, right-handed pitchers Denny Brady, Hunter Gregory, Ryne Moore and Chad Tworek, left-handed pitcher Trey Fisher and utility player Erik Stock. "It's our most versatile class of hitters and our hardest-throwing class of pitchers,” Finwood said.

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ODU’s Offensive Firepower Too Much for FAU

David Washington (10) runs off field Photo by Josef Hicks Roberto Castro Contributing Writer

After a slow start trailing 14-3 in the first quarter, the Old Dominion Monarchs' offense erupted in the second half to defeat the Florida Atlantic Owls on the road 42-24. The Monarchs (8-3, 6-1 CUSA) took the Owls (3-8, 2-5) lightly early in the game as they found themselves in an 11-point hole at the end of the first quarter, and trailed at the half 21-13. FAU put together effective drives in the first half led by Quarterback Jason Driskel who finished with 219

yards passing completing 15 of 27 passes. Owls running back Devin Singletary tallied two rushing scores in the first half and finished the game with 89 yards rushing on 17 carries. Receiver Kalib Woods was Driskel's favorite target catching seven passes for 120 yards. After halftime, the Monarchs offense exploded in Boca Raton. Running backs Ray Lawry and Jeremy Cox both had impressive games as Lawry totaled 25 carries for 117 yards on the ground, while Cox pitched in 11 carries for 63 yards, including an 84-yard receiving touchdown in the fourth quarter

where he trucked an Owls cornerback before sprinting away from everyone. “I don’t know if I’ve ever seen a play like that. Generally, when you run somebody over like that, you get caught. That was a special play. You felt like at that point, the game was over,” Head coach Bobby Wilder said about Cox's 84-yard touchdown. While neither back reached the endzone on the ground, David Washington made up for them through the air. Washington completed 26 of his 36 passes for 416 yards and five touchdowns with no interceptions putting on a quarterback

clinic. He let it fly all night completing numerous passes over the top. Monarch wideouts Zach Pascal and Jonathan Duhart had their way with Owl's defensive backs. Pascal finished with nine receptions for 178 yards receiving and a highlight reel 45-yard touchdown, and Duhart finished with eight receptions for 72 yards, and three touchdown receptions. ODU would finish the game with a total of 623 total yards on offense, while the defense did its part in the second half holding FAU’s impressive first half offense which scored 21 points in the first half,

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to just three points in the second half. ODU now has one game remaining in the regular season Nov. 26 at Foreman Field against the Florida International Golden Panthers. With a win and a Western Kentucky loss, the Monarchs will be crowned division champs, and clinch a spot in Conference USA Championship game. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. “It’s really gratifying, especially for our seniors, that with one game to go, we’ve still got a shot at winning a championship,” Wilder said.

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'Pokémon Sun and Moon' An Actual Evolution of the Franchise

Ross Reelachart Technology Editor Seven generations and 20 years later, the Pokémon franchise continues to show no sign of slowing down. While previous generation of Pokémon have gradually added to and iterated on the tried and true "Gotta Catch'em All" formula, "Pokémon Sun" and "Pokémon Moon" are by far the most evolved version of the franchise yet. This newest generation still found a way to make the familiar feel new, as well as improve on a rock solid foundation. Pokémon Sun and Moon are, at their core, the same Pokémon games that most fans are familiar with. You play a young boy or girl exploring a world of colorful creatures, capturing

them and then battling other Pokémon trainers in the hopes of being the very best that no one ever was. You still encounter a tree-themed professor, you still earn yourself a rival and you still face-off against a malevolent group of people looking to use Pokémon for their own agenda. Nothing is too new here, but it's the execution of all these familiar elements that set this generation apart from the others. The new setting of the Alola region, a region based loosely off of Hawaii and other Pacific islands, is a nice change of pace for the Pokémon franchise and a good excuse to breathe new life into old Pokémon. It's not just tropical visuals and the island themes permeating the environment, it's the way the setting influences the motivations and explanations for the

world. The titular "Pokémon journey" that the main character embarks on is actually part of an ancient tradition for the islands, as a kind of "comingof-age" trial. This alone infuses the story, as simple as it may be, with far more reasoning than any other Pokémon game, where it was always just assumed that kids wander the world catching Pokémon. Secondly, the Alolan structure replaces the age-old Pokémon Gym concept with "island challenges." This, again, changes the dynamic of the game. The game is no longer just a grind-fest for players to endure until the post-game. There's an actual story to be told and trainers will need to worry more about exploration and discovery, in addition to making their Pokémon stronger, because an

island challenge can be composed of battles, quizzes and puzzles. None of these are particularly difficult, but it breaks up the usual monotony of constantly battling. Pokémon battling has also received some much needed attention, in terms of both presentation of mechanics. The fully 3D characters and environments give the game an opportunity to move the camera around more, and being able to see both yourself and the opposing trainer react to the battle is a nice touch. You can also earn "ZMoves" for your Pokémon, which feature unique attack animations, but this is admittedly a shallow addition to the game. A more welcome mechanic is the addition of an actual indicator of an attack's effectiveness versus a certain type of pokémon,

eliminating the need the memorize the complex table of "what type beats what Pokémon" that has been with the games since the very beginning. "Pokémon Sun and Moon" finally give new life and greater meaning to a game franchise that has always been considered "the same game over and over," despite its continued success. While it was previously believed that there was little that could be done to change Pokémon besides minor fixes and improvements, it is now clear that there is still some potential left in these colorful little critters. (Editor's note: "Pokémon Sun" was the version reviewed for this article.)

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TECH IN A SEC Twitter Suspends Alt-Right Accounts USA Today reported that Twitter had suspended multiple accounts that were owned or associated with white nationalist users and groups. While Twitter has not directly addressed the suspensions, a Tuesday blog post reiterates to Twitter’s hateful conduct policy, which “prohibits specific conduct that targets people on the basis of race, ethnicity, nation origin… [etc.]” Nintendo Announces Zelda-Themed Escape Room Game Nintendo of America’s Twitter announced “Defenders of the Triforce,” a “Legend of Zelda”-themed game where teams of six players are tasked with solving clues and puzzles in real life to escape a room before time runs out. Tickets for the event can be found on scrapzelda.com. Trump Chief Strategist Thinks Asians Are Stealing CEO Jobs Steve Bannon, chief strategist of President-elect Donald Trump expressed concern that Asian CEOs in Silicon Valley are forcing American-born business people overseas on “Breitbart News Daily” radio show, of which Bannon is also executive chairman. His assertion that “two-thirds or three-quarters of the CEOs in Silicon Valley are from… [Asia],” is well off. A May 2015 study conducted by the Ascend Foundation found that Asians comprise less than 14 percent of executive positions in Silicon Valley. Apple Considers Entering the Wearable Market Bloomberg Technology reports that, under pressure to deliver new products, Apple is exploring the idea of creating its own wearable device, akin to Google Glass. Such an undertaking would be quite the challenge for even Apple, considering that even Google was unable to get its own wearable very far off the ground.

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Russians Prepare for Nuclear Option The Russians seem to have recently been spending more time preparing for the possibility of a nuclear war. Russian gamers are able to practice disarming nuclear weapons through a video game, and their government have also recently unveiled their newest nuclear weapon. Russian gamers are placed in a bunker that simulates a potential nuclear disaster, according to CNN. A general has pressed the button to launch the nuclear missiles in one hour, and the missiles are headed towards the U.S. To get out of the room and complete the mission, the gamers are tasked with finding the nuclear codes and deactivating the missiles before they launch. While the game is only an interactive simulation, the fear the game brings is very real. The Russian government is preparing for the potential of a nuclear war with western countries. The interactive game is not the only thing being used to prepare for a potential nuclear war. There have

been television broadcasts that have been designed to prepare people for a chemical or nuclear attack. In addition, the Russian military has recently added a new nuclear missile to its arsenal called the Satan 2. This missile is meant to be the world’s most destructive missile, putting Russia at the top of the world’s nuclear powers. It is an MIRV missile, or a Multiple Independently targeted Re-entry Vehicle, according to ExtremeTech. This means that it is able to deliver multiple nuclear missiles to a single area or drop them off over a large area. To allow people to see how much damage a nuclear weapon could cause to a specific area, Nukemap is a site that allows users to simulate the impact of a nuclear explosion in a targeted location. The marker can be placed on the location of the user’s choice, and users are able to enter a kiloton value for the nuclear missile. The location and kiloton value also have preset values the user can choose from. In a hypothetical situation in which the ODU campus was targeted by “Little Boy,” the same nuclear bomb that was used at Hiroshima during

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World War II, there would be a catastrophic effect not just to the campus community but the surrounding area as well. If the bomb struck near Webb Center, the 340 mile radius surrounding the area of impact would be destroyed and there would be no signs of life. The radiation would spread beyond the campus community. Beyond the campus, residential areas would be destroyed, and there would be many suffering from third degree burns. For the U.S. as a whole, the country has “an aging nuclear infrastructure and out-of-date nuclear weapons designs,” according to AmeriForce. Those assigned to nuclear missions have “seriously eroded” in terms of readiness, according to the Task Force for the Department of Defense Nuclear Weapons Management. While it is unlikely as of right now that the U.S. would go to war with Russia, it is clear that the Russians are preparing for that possibility. If we did go to war and it resulted in the launching of nuclear missiles, the impact, regardless of where the missile landed, would be catastrophic.

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The Rental House (Part 3) by Trisha Reese

anni doesn’t see the Cat Pack Boy at all the day after their encounter. Sitting on the window seat in her pajamas as she sips her hot chocolate, letting her freshly painted toenails dry, she peers through the twin white curtains guarding the windowpane. The bus stop on the other side of the road is empty, just as it has been all day. The street lights spark to life, casting a yellow glow on the twilit streets. Danni sighs and closes the curtains. It’s Sunday. She should be enjoying her last day of freedom before her first day of school tomorrow, but all she can think about is the silly boy and his warning. Tomorrow’s your fifth night, right? Good luck. The boy’s words echo in her head. But it’s nonsense. There are no ghosts. Danni wiggles her toes. Fairly dry. Taking a large gulp of her hot chocolate, she gets up and sets the mug down on the coffee table by the couch where her father sits. “Whatcha doing?” she asks, leaning on the back of the sofa. Her father cranes his neck to glance up at her over his glasses.

“Grading papers.” He taps his pen on a stack of college essays decorated with red ink. “How about you? What have you been thinking about over there?” Danni shrugs and pushes herself up off the couch. “Nothing.” “You know, your mother and I—” “I think I’m going to head to bed.” Her father sighs. “Danni—” “I’m not mad, dad, okay? I’m just tired. I have to get up early in the morning.” “Make sure you tell your mother goodnight.” He turns back to his grading. Just like that. Danni bites her tongue and marches out of the living room and up the carpeted stairs. Her brother’s hardcore heavy metal music, muffled by his closed door, blasts into the hallway as she passes it on her way to the bathroom. Danni walks into the bathroom and immediately leans on the sink, running her hand through her pixie cut and looking her reflection straight in the eye. She sighs, and begins brushing her teeth. “Hey, are you excited for tomorrow?” Her mother comes from around the corner and leans against the doorframe. Danni shrugs, using her tooth brushing as an excuse not to speak. “Well, you’ll be fine,” her mother continues, “You’re like-

able; you’ll make friends. You can always talk to me, you know, if you need to.” Danni spits and rinses her mouth, quickly drying her face with a towel. “I’m good, thanks. I think I’m just going to go to bed.” “Oh, okay.” Her mother nods and steps back. Danni feels that twinge of guilt again but, not knowing what to do about it, she goes to her room and closes the door. Already in her pajamas, all she needs is something to tie back her hair. She flips on the lights and walks to her white, floral dresser, but when she tries to open the jewelry box sitting atop it, she finds it stuck. “Oh, come on,” she groans, tugging harder. It finally opens, but is immediately pulled back shut. Danni gets frustrated, and angrily tries again. She tugs, but the drawer slams shut again. She tugs once more, and again the drawer shuts, almost like someone was pulling it from the other side. “What the hell! Open, you stupid thing!” Immediately the pull stops, but Danni pulls so hard that the entire drawer comes out and she falls to the ground. As soon as she hits the floor, the lights go out, and a loud, airy whisper sounds right in her ear, “I see you.”

Tactility by Austin Peters

The tactile experience is diminished, going, gone. The simple beauty of truth and of pen angled to pad is replaced by simple simplicity, of a keyboard and two thumbs. What is a Moleskine? What is a Cohen? What is my God? Prose is my God. Paragraph is my Scripture. Metaphor is my Torah. And Allegory my Ramayana.

Euphoria

Sudoku

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Like a downward spiral, The music goes lower, Lower, like my eyelids, Thicker, like the smoke in the air. Atmospheric pressure low, Atmospheric texture high, Moving gets oozy, Talking morphs into Laughter that floats To the sky. The tops of the trees waving hi. We glide through time Carried by waves in the air. Our souls radiate something Mysterious. We’re like white flowers glowing in the moonlight.

It was 6AM this morning, by Austin Peters

And I heard my footsteps, The shuffling of my clothing, The wind wrinkling a select few leaves, but not a one in particular. Everyone owes it to themselves, to go outside and walk a little aimlessly at 6AM. To hear their footsteps and the shuffling of their clothing, to hear the wind rip through the leaves, wrinkling many but not one in particular.

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