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The Chimes

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The Chimes

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The Chimes

We need to laugh at stupidity

| Illustration by Everlyn Lee/THE CHIMES
Art uses satire to reveal the ridiculousness of societal trends.
David Vendrell, Writer November 18, 2014
Art uses satire to reveal the ridiculousness of societal trends.

Scientist finds evidence of intelligent design in the universe

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The Biola Christian Apologetics Program recently screened a film presenting further evidence for intelligent design.
Sarah Giovannini, Writer November 18, 2014
The Biola Christian Apologetics Program recently screened a film presenting further evidence for intelligent design.

Murder on the radio

Sarah Koenig hosts the podcast titled "Serial" which covers the story of a 1999 murder.
“Serial:” the podcast you and your friends should be listening to.
Tyler Davis, Writer November 11, 2014
“Serial:” the podcast you and your friends should be listening to.

Winter clash

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"Captain America: The Winter Soldier" boasts a strong supporting cast.
Drew Mattocks, Writer November 11, 2014
"Captain America: The Winter Soldier" boasts a strong supporting cast.

Into the unknown

Into the unknown
Epic in scope and emotion, "Interstellar" remains ambitious despite flaws in pacing.
Mary Strother, Writer November 11, 2014
Epic in scope and emotion, "Interstellar" remains ambitious despite flaws in pacing.

Big Hero 6 dazzles with inventive intimacy

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"Big Hero 6" grounds expansive action and beautiful animation with authentic emotional intimacy.
David Vendrell, Writer November 11, 2014
"Big Hero 6" grounds expansive action and beautiful animation with authentic emotional intimacy.

Different chords

Guitarist Chad Wachtel, drummer Phil Shaheen, and bassist Dan Michcoff of Tijuana Panthers | goldflakepaint.co.uk
Chad Wachtel discusses his experience as a Christian in a secular band.
Sam De La Vega, Writer November 4, 2014
Chad Wachtel discusses his experience as a Christian in a secular band.

Navigating the night

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Jake Gyllenhaal gives a chilling performance in "Nightcrawler," a film centered around the world of freelance cameramen in Los Angeles.
Mary Strother, Writer November 4, 2014
Jake Gyllenhaal gives a chilling performance in "Nightcrawler," a film centered around the world of freelance cameramen in Los Angeles.

Unforgettable voices

| Photo courtesy Hanna Reichl
Electric rock band "Phantogram" releases their new single, "Fall in Love."
Hanna Reichl, Writer November 4, 2014
Electric rock band "Phantogram" releases their new single, "Fall in Love."

Mixing food and family

Mixing food and family
"Chef" bursts with cinematic and culinary flavor, renewing faith in Jon Favreau's ability to craft a lively narrative.
David Vendrell, Writer November 4, 2014
"Chef" bursts with cinematic and culinary flavor, renewing faith in Jon Favreau's ability to craft a lively narrative.

Taylor Swift completes transformation with 1989

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Taylor Swift leaves country music behind for good with her new album "1989."
Ashleigh Fox, Writer October 28, 2014
Taylor Swift leaves country music behind for good with her new album "1989."

Horror taps into primal truths

Jennifer Carpenter, playing Emily Rose in the movie "The Exorcism of Emily Rose", walks through a hallway in Alpha while on location for the film. | cinefantastiqueonline.com
Horror films serve as a reminder of the unexplainable and seemingly irrational, and provide an opportunity to tell theologically forward stories.
David Vendrell, Writer October 28, 2014
Horror films serve as a reminder of the unexplainable and seemingly irrational, and provide an opportunity to tell theologically forward stories.