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The Chimes

Will Roe v. Wade affect access to contraceptives?

Will Roe v. Wade affect access to contraceptives?
Lauren Good, Staff Writer September 17, 2022

The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision to overturn Roe v. Wade sparked controversy and concern among many United States citizens. With the notable legislation removed after having been established for many years, those who are concerned wonder what will come next. Other legislation has come into...

“Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein” electrifies audiences at the La Mirada Theatre

"Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein” electrifies audiences at the La Mirada Theatre
Just a mile away from Biola University, viewers pile into the auditorium to watch the soft opening of the “Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein” musical.
Fashion Castillo-Delgadillo, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 17, 2022

“Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein,” a lively spinoff of "Frankenstein" directed by Jeff Whiting, boasts a highly accomplished cast and impressive set production. The story follows the main character, Frederick Frankestein, as he inherits his grandfather’s estate and travels from New York to Transylvania...

Biden hails railroad deal as ‘important win’

Biden hails railroad deal as 'important win'
Rail unions move to finalize a plan to avoid delayed services.
Dalet Valles, Editor-in-Chief September 16, 2022

Just a day after the nation received news of delayed rail services due to anticipated strikes, President Joe Biden announced the deal that eased tensions. The negotiations took place in a 20-hour consecutive timeframe.  Rail workers were planning to go on strike on Sept. 16 after failing to reach...

‘Breath of God’ exhibit celebrates art, music and poetry

Attendees remove their shoes before entering the "Breath of God" immersive exhibit.
Bardwell and Crowell’s latest event expresses a divine theological concept through the eyes of Daniel Chang.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor September 16, 2022

On Sept. 15, “Breath of God,” an immersive exhibit, finally opened after over three years of planning. The event featured live musical performances hosted in Crowell Lansing recital hall projected onto three areas of the inside of the Bardwell exhibition space with some conceptual pieces. The most...

Eagles lose thriller at Chapman

Junior attacker Joshua Halopoff faces off against his Chapman opponent.
Men’s water polo loses 10-9 against the Panthers.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor September 15, 2022

The Biola men’s water polo team visited Chapman University on Wednesday night in a rematch of the Inland Empire Classic. The second meeting between the two teams did not disappoint as Chapman defeated Biola 10-9 in a back-and-forth contest. Thrilled spectators witnessed six ties throughout the match,...

Eagles compete in non-conference play

Redshirt senior defender Izaac Zausch sets up to kick.
Eagles tie 1-1 against CSUSB.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor September 15, 2022

Biola’s men’s and women’s soccer teams both competed in non-conference games on Wednesday night. The men’s soccer team tied 1-1 against Cal State San Bernardino at home, and, meanwhile, the women’s soccer team lost 1-0 at Cal State LA.  COLACI CHIPS IN GOAL Men’s soccer struggled out of...

Strike out on rail union negotiation will delay rail services

Strike out on rail union negotiation will delay rail services
Passengers should expect slow services beginning Sept. 16.
Dalet Valles, Editor-in-Chief September 14, 2022

Freight trains all around the United States will come to a halt on Sept. 16 for a union strike. This movement will affect goods and resources transportation as well as commuters utilizing Metrolink and Amtrak transportation. This strike will be the first nationwide rail strike in 30 years.  STRIKING...

How to disagree well about theology

How to disagree well about theology
What do you do when differences in interpretation come to a head?
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor September 14, 2022

Biola is an epicenter of theological discussion and thought. A strong theological and communications-related staff and a student body who come from similar theological viewpoints and diverse experiences support Biola’s culture of theological discussion in and out of class. When many perspectives come...

Ukraine’s troops reclaim territory in Kharkiv

Ukraine's troops reclaim territory in Kharkiv
Ukraine's counteroffensive shifts the momentum of the war.
Dalet Valles, Editor-in-Chief September 14, 2022

Sept. 11 marked 200 days since Russia first invaded Ukraine, and things have changed drastically since then. Ukraine’s counteroffensive is shifting the momentum of the war. Since the beginning of the war on Feb. 24, 2022, many developments have altered the trajectory of the war, giving and taking power...

Mary Beth Millar Tells Us Something Beautiful about her upcoming single

Fashion Castillo-Delgadillo, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 14, 2022

Mary Beth Millar, a sophomore majoring in Worship Arts and minoring in Performance, will release her second song, “tell me something beautiful,” on Wednesday, Sept. 14th at 9pm PST.  TELL ME SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL With about a year and a half since her last release, Millar went into her makeshift...

Women’s golf finishes fifth at Swan Memorial Tournament

Women’s golf finishes fifth at Swan Memorial Tournament
Eagles tie for fifth place out of 16 teams.
Caleb Crawley, Sports Editor September 13, 2022

The Biola women’s golf team wrapped up their first tournament of the 2022-23 season with a tie for fifth place out of 16 teams at the Swan Memorial on Tuesday. The two-day tournament was held at Todd Creek Golf Club in Thornton, Colorado. Biola (925, +61) trailed fourth place Colorado State Pueblo...

US reckons with Queen Elizabeth’s complex reign

US reckons with Queen Elizabeth's complex reign
Elizabeth’s death raises questions about her royal legacy.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief September 12, 2022

While Queen Elizabeth’s stable reign and regal bearing won her respect throughout the United States and abroad, her ties to Britain’s colonial past raise complicated questions about her legacy as a world leader.   To President Biden, she was “a stateswoman of unmatched dignity and constancy.”...