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ENTERTAINMENT

‘Apex Legends’ changes the battle royale format

'Apex Legends' introduces new gameplay elements that showcase teamwork - something the typical battle royale game lacks. With unique characters and abilities, each match feels quick and strategic. However, it is hindered by confounding controls and a lack of motivation to level up. Despite that, this is definitely a contender against similar games.



Valentine's Day is a time to celebrate all types of love, romantic and other kinds alike. (Frances M. Roberts/Sipa USA/TNS)
OPINION

Loud and Clear: Love is not just romance

“I love you” is a term I have said the most to people who aren’t my romantic partner. Ever since I was a child these words have referred to my friends, my family and even my roommate. Yet as I got older I learned that these habits are almost always overshadowed by a completely different context: romance.


Kennedi Barnett is a sophomore journalism news major and does illustrations and writes "Kennedi’s Kaleidoscope" for The Daily News. Her views do not necessarily agree with those of the newspaper. Write to Kennedi at kpbarnett@bsu.edu.
OPINION

Kennedi’s Kaleidoscope: Recognizing all disabilities

Breath in for four counts, hold for four counts and exhale for four counts. Clench your toes and relax. Clench your teeth and relax. Clench your fists and relax. Remember to stay still and breathe slowly. Close your eyes and picture a moment that makes you happy, a concert that changed your life or a person you love. This helps me cope. This is how I get through the day in one piece. But it does not stop the panic attacks from happening.



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ENTERTAINMENT

‘thank u, next’ is Ariana Grande’s most personal album to date

‘thank u, next’ does not have the extravagant, larger-than-life pop mammoths that her previous album brought to the table; there is no “Into You”, “breathin”, or “Love Me Harder”. However, not only is this Grande’s most consistent record yet, it is her strongest statement as an artist that is much more than just a collection of songs.



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ENTERTAINMENT

‘Polar’ is all style, no substance

 'Polar' is a movie that is trying to ride off the coattails of the  better-made action films like 'John Wick.' The visual aesthetic and  music, solid acting, and occasional well-done action scenes cannot make  up for the lackluster plot and underdeveloped characters. The movie is  worth a watch on Netflix, but there other, better action films out there  to watch. 


President Donald Trump's overall approval rating dropped to 36 percent as of Jan. 23 according to a CBS News poll. Sixty percent of those polled also said the partial government shutdown caused serious problems for the country. (Olivier DoulieryAbaca Press/TNS)
OPINION

Shepard’s Corner: Too far gone

In the past few weeks and days, I have looked at the recent government shutdown, the division it has caused and I can’t help but notice the blatant disregard for facts, logic and reality. I am not a fan of President Trump, but this goes far beyond that.  This goes for his supporters.


Los Angeles Rams receiver Brandin Cooks makes a catch against the New Orleans Saints in the NFC championship game Jan. 20, 2019, at the Superdome in New Orleans. A controversial no-call late in the game could have costed the Saints a spot in the Super Bowl. (Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times/TNS)
OPINION

Dugout Chatter: It should have been the Saints

I watched this year’s Super Bowl. I saw New England’s defense dominate the entirety of the game. I saw Julian Edelman become the only bright spot in either offense. I saw the horrible halftime show. I saw Los Angeles punt on nine of its 12 possessions. I saw Bill Belichick and Tom Brady win their sixth ring together. What I didn’t see was the team that most deserved to be playing on the NFL’s biggest stage: the New Orleans Saints.