The public intensely scrutinized Joshua Bassett after his alleged ex, Olivia Rodrigo, released her hit single “drivers license” in 2021. Bassett responded to the hate through new music, videos and sold-out concerts. His most recent EP, “Sad Songs In A Hotel Room,” shows his talent and expertise...

Over the course of the month, Gov. Gavin Newsom has moved to sign multiple bills into action. On Sept. 5, Newsom signed a bill to improve worker conditions and raise fast food workers' minimum wage to $22 an hour.  “Today’s action gives hard working fast-food workers a stronger voice and seat...

A soundtrack that makes sound sleepers, the quiet rumble of brown noise infiltrated homes across the country after a viral TikTok trend produced a slew of videos about its soothing powers. The deep, rolling sound of brown noise creates a complex calmness that sweeps the sleepy listener into blissful...

Every semester, Biola’s Conservatory of Music gets the rare opportunity to feature one of its own faculty members in recital. On Saturday, the Conservatory featured Dr. Li-shan Hung, professor and director of piano at Biola. The recital program featured selected pieces by Bach, Schubert, Chopin and...

Unable to keep their at-home win streak, women’s volleyball lost to Chaminade University 1-3 at home on Sept. 26. SCORES By the end of the game, the Eagles totaled 47 kills, 2 aces, 2 blocks and 50 digs. Sophomore right side Anna Aubele continues to lead offense with 15 kills followed by senior outside...

In August, California Gov. Gavin Newsom began the process to pass The Fast Food Accountability and Standards Recovery Act, or the FAST Recovery Act (AB 257). Since then, Newsom signed the act into law and filed with the secretary of state on Sept. 5. Along with protecting workers’ rights similar to...

Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old Iranian woman, died in custody after Tehran’s morality police arrested her for allegedly violating Iran’s strict dress code, which mandates that women cover their hair with a headscarf in public, by wearing her hijab too loosely. While Iranian officials claimed Amini died...

Hispanic Heritage Month began on Sept. 15, and Biola has made an effort at honoring all the diverse Latin countries represented on campus. Each year, Biola has celebrated this month from Sept. 15–Oct. 15.  “Each year we observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15–Oct. 15 by celebrating...

Biola’s men’s and women’s soccer team competed in non-conference matches against Concordia University Irvine on Saturday. The men’s team tied 2-2 with the Golden Eagles while the women’s team suffered a 5-0 loss.  GUNN RECORDS THIRTEEN SAVES  Redshirt junior goalie JD Gunn recorded a total...

On Friday Sept. 23, Biola’s women's volleyball team went into Point Loma riding a three-game winning streak. There were high hopes for a team that only had one loss in this season, but the Sea Lions prevailed. Despite taking the first set, Biola lost the following three, resulting in defeat 3-1. Women’s...

With rumors spreading about cast drama, “Don’t Worry Darling” hit theaters this weekend. While the rumors might generate buzz and ticket sales, the film itself fails to live up to the hype, which causes it to fade into the past once the media has had its fill of quick clicks. THE DRAMA Pop sensation...

Many movie goers would agree that diversity and representation in film is a priority for major studios. In this year alone, films such as Disney’s Encanto and A24’s Everything, Everywhere, All at Once showed progress regarding cultural and female representation in mainstream media. While those strides...