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OSU cancels classes Wednesday, Thursday Chris Becker Editor in Chief Oklahoma State is bracing for winter weather. With an impending winter storm system heading toward Oklahoma, the university has announced campus will be closed for Wednesday and Thursday. Payne County is under a winter storm warning with a projected 17 degrees and a high of nearly 40. Snow chances currently eclipse 90% with heavy wind and ice expected as well. Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has declared a state of emergency ahead of the storm. news.ed@ocolly.com
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Boynton frustrated with team’s selfishness Gabriel Trevino Staff Reporter Coach Mike Boynton is losing sleep out of frustration. Three months removed from the NCAA’s decision to uphold OSU’s postseason ban, the Cowboys are sitting with a 10-10 record, with 10 games remaining. After a 81-72 loss to Florida on Saturday, a loss where OSU led by 16 points, Boynton saw his team in a familiar way. “Saturday’s game was a microcosm of what this team has been,” Boynton said. “That being two different teams. We had nine assists in the first half and one in the second half. The team in the first half could beat any team in the country, and the team in the second half can be beaten by anybody in the country.” After returning from Gainesville, Florida, Boynton admitted he did not sleep Saturday night, opting to review the state of his team. According to Boynton, the team’s one assist in the second half is indicative of selfish play, a selfishness he associates with the ruling three months ago. “The story of this team has been their response to what happened to them,’’ Boynton said. “But this is life, and bad sh*t happens, you do not get to pout about it forever, then turn a team game into a game about me. This team has not accepted that they need each other.” Using different analogies, Boynton described the concerns in OSU’s locker room like a pizza, with his players wanting the slice with the most toppings instead of taking what they receive. Boynton said when OSU players are selfish, they lose games, and when they are not, his team has the potential to win big. Despite the tournament ban placed on the program, Boynton said he pushed his team to win regardless, and included a strong message for his players for if they are not willing to win. “Whether we are going to the tournament or not, you play to win,” Boynton said. “If winning is not priority No. 1, this is not a place where you are going to have success. That message has to be driven down, or at some point we will have a discussion whether this is the place for you.” Going further, Boynton stressed the importance of commitment. He said the goal is to win, and said if his players are not devoted to winning, then OSU may not be the basketball team for them. The fifth-year head coach was not done, emphasizing he holds the power of rotation control. “You get to go to (Kansas State) if you help us win,” Boynton said. “That does not mean you are going to play. But if getting your points and improving your draft stock is a part of your thought process, then you don’t get to travel with us.”
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end. He ranks No. 10 at 165 pounds. The two-time Individual rankings (Previous rankings in All-American did not record a takedown in his first parentheses) matches since returning from an undisclosed injury. Trevor Mastrogiovanni (125) and Dustin Plott 125: Trevor Mastrogiovanni – No. 8 (6) (174) lost their first bouts of the season and dropped two places. 133: Daton Fix – No. 2 (2) Mastrogiovanni, OSU’s 125-pounder, managed Adam Engel an escape in a 2-1 bout to Iowa State’s Kysen Teruki141: Carter Young – No. 21 (21) Staff Reporter na on Sunday afternoon. He is ranked No. 8. “He just needs to kind of see himself as picked 149: Kaden Geller – No. 13 (14) to be an All-American,” Cowboy coach John Smith Consecutive losses never increase rankings. said on his radio show. “When you start feeling and 157: Wyatt Sheets – No. 18 (13) Six OSU wrestlers dropped spots in the weekly seeing yourself as that, I think you’ll wrestle a little InterMat rankings, released Tuesday morning. bit closer to that.” 165: Travis Wittlake – No. 10 (6) The Cowboys plummeted to No. 10 in the Lance Runyon of Northern Iowa pinned Plott in NWCA Coaches Poll after losses to Northern Iowa a cradle Saturday night. It was Plott’s first career loss 174: Dustin Plott – No. 10 (8) and Iowa State. This is OSU’s lowest ranking since via pin. He is ranked No. 10 at 174 pounds. early February 2020 when they were ranked No. 11. Dakota Geer dropped to No. 11 at 184 pounds 184: Dakota Geer – No. 11 (9) Wyatt Sheets, OSU’s 157-pounder, dipped five after two straight losses to opponents ranked in the spots to No. 18 after three consecutive losses. He has top 10. 197: AJ Ferrari – No. 1 (1) not scored a takedown since his last win — three Kaden Gfeller improved one spot to No. 13 at weeks ago against Andrew Garr of Columbia. 149 pounds. He has not lost since the season opener HWT: Luke Surber – No. 33 (29) Luke Surber slid to No. 33 at heavyweight, the on Nov. 13. last spot in InterMat’s system. His 7-5 record is the Carter Young, Daton Fix and AJ Ferrari reworst among full-time Cowboy starters. Surber, a mained idle. Ferrari is out indefinitely but InterMat sophomore from Tuttle, has also not won since the still recognizes his rankings. Columbia dual. OSU will host No. 23 South Dakota State on Travis Wittlake bounced out of an All-AmeriFriday night before traveling to No. 12 Missouri on can ranking after a split record this previous weekSunday. sports.ed@ocolly.com
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OSU interior presence key headed against Wildcats Ben Creider Staff Reporter There’s a block party brewing in Stillwater – and the ball is headed to Manhattan. Leading into OSU’s game against the Kansas State, coach Mike Boynton’s battalion has faced some serious hardships, capping their first 20 games at a 10-10 record and recently losing a 16-point lead to the Florida Gators. With a flaky 3-point ball (29.9%) and sporadic scoring outputs consistently scathing the scorecard, the Pokes will look toward defense against Kansas State. OSU has sneakily mounted themselves atop the Big 12 conference in blocks, tallying a conference-best 5.05 blocks, ranking 30th in the nation. To bolster the block party, the Pokes tower over their opposition with three rotational pieces stalking over 6-foot-8. On the flipside, KSU has been a bottomdweller not just at the conference level, but also nationwide. In 20 regular season games, KSU has tallied a lowly 33 blocks. The Wildcats rank 353rd out of 358 Division I programs. The Pokes benefit in their rejection regime in more ways than one come tip-off time, as both their offensive and defensive play are favorable through their advantage. Offensively, Boynton’s inside-out offense should cater toward players such as Isaac Likekele, who tend to penetrate in the halfcourt, while other members in Keylan Boone and Moussa Cisse should be able to reap the rewards on cuts. Defensively, the Pokes’ frontcourt should help the Wildcats stay outside as their top foul scorers come in the backcourt. As for top options, look toward 7-foot Moussa Cisse as a top option on both ends as his 1.7 blocks per game overpowers KSU, and forward Keylan Boone, averages 1.4 blocks a night, should get extended run both defending the perimeter and stepping out for threes.
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strength. The Student Union Activities Board collaborated with the Asian American Student Association to host a Lunar New Year celebration yesterday at 6 p.m. in the Starlight Terrace. Emma Gilinger, a junior marketing management major, was the marketing director for the event. Last year, Gilinger said the Lunar New Year Dru Norton events were canceled because of the ice storm. Lifestyle Editor “In 2020, the threat of COVID was pretty high, so we weren’t able to do it then, either,” Gilinger said. “This was the first year we could make it a big event.” Students lined outside of the Student Union Students used red envelopes filled with raffle Starlight Terrace, waiting to celebrate the Lunar New tickets, known as lai see, to play traditional Asian Year. gambling games and win prizes like Airpods, blanThe Lunar New Year is a holiday primarily cel- kets, plushies, gift cards and more. ebrated in China and other Asian countries. It begins “Lai see is a really big sign of good luck going with the first new moon of the lunar calendar and ends into the New Year,” Gilinger said. on the first full moon, 15 days later. This year, the “We also have a money tree, which is a tradiLunar New Year begins tomorrow. tional sign of luck and prosperity in Asian culture.” The year 2022 in the Gregorian calendar is While students painted lanterns and fans, they designated as the Year of the Tiger. In Chinese culcould also enjoy free egg rolls and Red Bull. ture, the tiger is the symbol of bravery, wisdom and “It’s really cool to see students learn about the
culture behind the Lunar New Year in a fun way,” Gilinger said. Gilinger said the Lunar New Year has always been an important holiday in her family. “I’m Vietnamese, and my family has celebrated the Lunar New Year since I was born,” Gilinger said. “It’s really awesome to see other people get to enjoy it.” Mariah Veley, a senior psychology major, said she enjoyed the event. “I really think it’s cool that cultural events like this are on campus,” Veley said. “It’s important for people to know and respect what it is.”
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Winter is coming Anna Pope News Editor Students received a message, phone call and email telling them Oklahoma State’s classes are canceled tomorrow because of the weather. This expected wave of winter weather comes after a 4.5 magnitude earthquake rattled Oklahoma as temperatures in some parts of the state reached the 70’s while under an active winter storm watch. Gary McManus is Oklahoma’s state climatologist and he said looming winter weather will impact much of the state. “It’s a little too early right now to determine exactly what’s going to happen but we do know that there’s going to be some snow, some sleet and there’s going to be some freezing rain,” McManus said. Some schools, like the university, and other organizations have already announced their closings. In the university’s email announcement, it provided information for students to help them weather the storm. OSU’s Student Government Association (SGA) also released winter storm information to the student body via social media. Posts included contacts of on and off campus resources for students who get stuck on the road, need food or access to a mental health professional. Below are the resources included SGA’s social media page and the university’s email. Food and basic needs resources: Pete’s Pantry is located on the second floor of the Student Union in room 211P. Bennett Pantry is located in the front hall near the front desk in the dormitory. Basic Needs Resource Center Safety resources: Oklahoma road condition map OSU Police Department: 405-744-6523 Stillwater Police Department: 405-372-4171 SAM 24-hour mental health line: 855-255-2726 Campus safety app OSU’s Cold-weather safety
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“Book of Boba Fest” episode 5 review Conner Gray Staff Reporter In the Star Wars universe, this quote has become synonymous with fans of the “The Mandalorian”: “I can bring you in warm or I can bring you in cold.” Disney’s most recent installment in the Star Wars franchise “The Book of Boba Fett” suffered in its first four episodes with comparisons to the hit television series, “The Mandalorian.” In a show that has been good, but not great so far, something big was needed. That large impact came in the most recent episode titled, “The Return of the Mandalorian,” which saw the return of the beloved character for the first time since Dec. 18, 2020. I have enjoyed “The Book of Boba Fett,” but even I admit that episode five after The Mandalorian for the entirety of the episode is the best decision that the show has made. The writing seemed to be significantly better in this episode as opposed to previous weeks and captured my attention for all 52 minutes of the runtime. Bryce Dallas Howard, who has also directed episodes of “The Mandalorian,” came in to direct this episode and you can feel her love and appreciation for Star Wars in every frame. Whether it be the countless easter eggs or the expansion on lore that has been desired; Howard crafted one of the best pieces of Star Wars media in recent years. However, I am not the only one who feels this strongly and passionately about how well done this episode is. According to IMDb, episode five is officially the highest rated episode of “The Book of Boba Fett” so far, with a 9.4/10 rating. This rating also makes it tied for the second highest rated episode out of both shows: “The Mandalorian” and “The Book of Boba Fett.” This episode has easily given “The Book of Boba Fett” the most publicity and love that it has received, and this is slightly bittersweet. This is the only episode that does not feature the lead character, Boba Fett, for the entirety of the runtime and it makes you wonder if a solo Boba Fett series was ever really needed. Regardless if “The Book of
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Boba Fett” series was ever needed; I will always take as much Star Wars as I can get. With that being said, I am incredibly optimistic about the final two episodes and how they decide to cap off the story of Boba Fett with the
inclusion of The Mandalorian to look forward to as well. Viewers can catch up on the previous episodes of “The Book of Boba Fett” on Disney+ and watch the final two episodes as they premiere every
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WHEN IS LITTLE MUCH?
There is a short chorus that has encouraged me many times. “Little is much if God is in it. Labor not for wealth or fame. There’s a crown and you can win it. If you go in Jesus’ name.” The woman, who poured the precious ointment on Jesus just before he was crucified, was criticized for “wasting” this expensive item. Yet, Jesus said everywhere the gospel is preached this woman’s action would be told. (Mk 14:3-9) Little things mean a lot as we are willing to serve the Lord. Paul mentions many in Romans 16 who helped him. The Good Samaritan stopped to help the man beaten and robbed. (Lu.10:30-37) Paul writes as you have opportunity, do good to all men, especially to other believers.(Gal.6:10) When the poor widow dropped the two pennies, all that she had, into the temple offering. Jesus said she gave more the large offerings given. Her “large giving” was in relation to what she had. (Mk.12:41-44)
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Today’s Birthday (02/02/22). Take charge of your destiny this year. Self-discipline pays outsized personal rewards. This winter’s social victories inspire a blossoming springtime domestic phase. Switching professional directions around an obstacle next summer aims you toward an autumn career breakthrough. Persist for a satisfying prize. To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is a 7 — Review priorities and monitor conditions. A pathway to realizing a dream appears. Revise plans. Organize and coordinate. Prepare and plot. Grab a lucky opportunity. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is a 9 — Connect and collaborate with friends and allies. Teamwork can realize a shared dream. You’re spurred to take action. Push to advance a bold possibility. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is a 9 — A professional project develops and expands. Do the preparation behind the scenes to facilitate success. Put love into your work. You’re gaining respect. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is an 8 — Advance your educational exploration to the next level. Make long-distance connections. Investigate new perspectives and vantage points. Discover treasure hiding in plain sight. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 9 — Monitor budgets and financial details. Handle administrative tasks like legal matters or taxes. Collaborate for family prosperity. Save what you can. Grow shared accounts together. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is an 8 — Get farther with a partner. Empathy calms anxiety. Strategize together. Collaborate and share the rewards. You don’t have to do everything. Support each other. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is a 9 — Profit from meticulous attention to detail. Put love into your work. Prioritize health. Practice to strengthen your physical performance. Exercise body, mind and spirit. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is an 8 — Enjoy time with someone beloved. Prioritize fun and relaxation. Savor favorite flavors. Listen to creative muses. Weave a delectable romantic enchantment. Share your heart. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is an 8 — Physical action gets results, especially with domestic projects. Fix something before it breaks. It’s amazing what you can do with a coat of paint. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is a 9 — Words come easily. Capture your thoughts and ideas. Write and develop. Edit and refine. You can solve a challenging intellectual puzzle. Make powerful connections. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 9 — Completion leads to profits. Meet or beat deadlines and financial goals. Physical action gets lucrative results. Wheel and deal. Sign on the dotted line. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 9 — Love empowers you into action to go for what you truly want. Pursue your own passion. Listen to your heart. Dreams lie within reach.
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Lifestyle Joe Rogan vows to ‘balance things out’ after Spotify misinformation controversy Wendy Lee and Matt Pearce Los Angeles Times Popular Spotify podcaster Joe Rogan on Sunday night responded to allegations of misinformation on his audio program, pledging to do a better job of balancing different perspectives and putting more time into researching topics. “I’m going to do my best, but my point of doing this is always just to create interesting conversations, and ones that I hope people enjoy,” Rogan said in a nine-minute video statement released on Spotify and on his Instagram page. “So if I piss you off, I’m sorry and if you enjoyed the podcast, thank you.” Rogan has been the center of a firestorm of controversy surrounding how Spotify manages misinformation about COVID-19 on its audio platform. Recent episodes of “The Joe Rogan Experience” raised alarm among people in the medical community, prompting major artists including Neil Young and Joni Mitchell to pull their music from Spotify to put pressure on the streaming service to take more action. Rogan said Sunday that he agreed with Spotify’s plans to put a disclaimer on certain podcast episodes that deal with COVID. The podcast host said such disclaimers would inform his audience if guests have opinions contrary to the consensus of experts. He also said he would be open to having guests with differing opinions after the controversial ones. “I will do my best to try to balance out these more controversial viewpoints with other people’s perspectives, so we can maybe find a better point of view,” Rogan said in the video. “I want to show all kinds of opinions so that we can all figure out what’s going on and not just about COVID, but everything about health, fitness, wellness, the state of the world itself.” Rogan, who hosted Spotify’s most popular podcast last year, said he did not anticipate how successful his podcast would be when he started it. “It’s a strange responsibility to have this many viewers and listeners,” Rogan said. “It’s very strange and it’s nothing that I prepared for, and it’s nothing that I ever anticipated. I am going to do my best in the future to balance things out.” He also said he remained a fan of Neil Young and Joni Mitchell. “No hard feelings towards Neil Young and definitely no hard feelings towards Joni Mitchell,” he said. “I love her too.” Spotify became the home of Joe Rogan’s podcast in 2020 after the company reached a multiyear licensing deal with Rogan that is said to be worth
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roughly $100 million. But the Swedish company has faced mounting public pressure to explain its position on misinformation policies and whether they apply to Rogan, who has faced blowback for questioning COVID-19 medical orthodoxy and for featuring guests who have been banned from other platforms for violating health information guidelines. Most recently, concerns were raised over Rogan’s December interview with Robert Malone, a scientist and widely criticized mRNA vaccine skeptic who has been banned from tweeting after running afoul of Twitter’s COVID-19 misinformation policies. Malone was one of the speakers at a rally recently in Washington, D.C., to protest vaccine mandates, where he said of vaccines: “The science is settled. They’re not working.” (Data show vaccines have been highly successful at limiting hospitalizations and deaths due to COVID-19.) In the three-hour episode, Malone makes a wide variety of medical claims to Rogan about vaccines and other issues, including that “a third of the population” have “become hypnotized” through “mass formation psychosis” as if in Nazi Germany and “totally wrapped up in whatever [Dr. Anthony] Fauci in the mainstream media feeds them.” Fauci is President Joe Biden’s chief medical adviser. More than 200 people, including medical professionals and academics, sent a Jan. 10 open letter demanding the service “immediately establish a clear and public policy to moderate misinformation on its platform,” likening Rogan’s most controversial episodes to “mass-misinformation events” of “devastating proportions” that provoke “distrust in science and medicine.” After that letter, Young pulled his music from Spotify and encouraged others to join him. “I sincerely hope that other artists and record companies will move off the SPOTIFY platform and stop supporting SPOTIFY’s deadly misinformation about COVID,” Young said in a statement posted on his website. So far, Mitchell, along with Nils Lofgren, guitarist of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band, have joined the protest. Bestselling author Brené Brown, who has exclusive podcasts on Spotify, said Jan. 29 that she would not release any new ones until further notice. Some consumers on Twitter also said they were canceling their Spotify subscriptions in protest. Spotify Chief Executive Daniel Ek acknowledged in a blog post Sunday that the company hasn’t been transparent about its policies that guide its con
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