Category: Fall 2017
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New season of ‘Rick and Morty’ darker than ever
The return of Adult Swim’s animated show “Rick and Morty” was long awaited by many fans.
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‘Grand Theft Auto’ remembered for changing world of games
With 15 titles released on nearly every platform imaginable in the past two decades, October 2017 marks not just the 20th anniversary of the first game in the “Grand Theft Auto” series, but also the beginning of an unstoppable pop culture juggernaut’s inevitable future.
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Life of young girl goes south in ‘Ingrid goes West’
“Ingrid Goes West” is an indie comedy-drama movie that narrates the story of a young girl following the death of her mother.
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Friendships, lives get ‘Super Dark’ in original movie
“Super Dark Times” takes a sharp turn from childhood innocence to complete mental and emotional chaos.
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‘Flatliners’ lacks structure, necessary horror elements
A near-death experience is something no one wants to encounter. But the intrigue of witnessing the after-life is something that could make the experience worthwhile.
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Teamwork put into ‘The Addams Family’ accomplishes creative goals
Family can also be something you choose, and that’s been the experience of the Lubbock Community Theater in putting on their newest musical, “The Addams Family.”
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‘Dishonored: Death of the Outsider’ honors previous installments
“Death of the Outsider” follows Billie Lurk on a path of redemption and offers a fitting end to the current “Dishonored” story arc.
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Theatre production tells paranormal activity story
Just in time for Halloween, the Fine Arts Department at South Plains College is showcasing a play called “The Haunting of Hill House.”
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BackTalk: NFL players kneeling creates noise
Silent protests from NFL players prove nothing // Kneeling football players have right to stand against injustice
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People should not use tragedies to push political views
Politics are an important factor in what makes the United States a democracy, but they should not be brought up in praising the death of people with different opinions hours after a mass shooting happened.
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Going home every weekend interferes with college adjustments
With the fall semester beginning comes new college freshmen, all of them new to school and trying to figure out everything that comes with being in college.
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Whitewashed films not always disrespectful
There has always been a lot of controversy within Hollywood toward the subject of race and how people of color are cast and represented in movies and television shows.
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Practice safe sex with free contraceptives
As I was browsing on Facebook recently, I saw a picture of an order number showing that the state of Texas was offering contraceptives for free, along with free shipping.
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Romero finds new home with track, cross country teams
Talents are usually discovered by not looking for them. For Leslie Romero, her talent for running was discovered unexpectedly.
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Bryant deserves both Laker jerseys retired
Kobe Bryant has given his best years to the NBA. Now, the NBA is deciding to celebrate the former Laker the best way possible.
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Cross country teams finish regular season with impressive times
The South Plains College men’s and women’s cross country teams continue to show their talent, winning their fifth consecutive meet.
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Future of college basketball in need of reform
After the FBI released its findings in an investigation citing coaches, agents and high-level employees of Adidas for corruption and bribery, the overall image of college basketball has been tarnished.
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Haunted Hub: Ghostly encounters become popular folklore in Lubbock
The city of Lubbock is home to several locations that are known to be “haunted,” according to local lore.