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California to reopen theme parks and stadiums by April 1

California to reopen theme parks and stadiums by April 1
With a downward trend of COVID-19 cases, Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered slow reopening of major outdoor gatherings.
Maria Weyne, News Editor March 5, 2021

On March 5, Gov. Gavin Newson officially announced that red tier counties in California will allow the reopening of theme parks and stadiums on April 1.  According to Newsom, since California has been seeing a major downward trend in coronavirus cases, counties reaching the red tier will be able...

We need to celebrate women of faith who lead amid opposition

We need to celebrate women of faith who lead amid opposition
Women spiritual leaders have been neglected and undervalued, and we all pay the price for that lack of representation.
Evana Upshaw and Addison Freiheit March 5, 2021

This article was originally published on March 5 at 6:33 p.m., but was updated on March 9 at 3:20 p.m. with new information. “Women were the last disciples at the cross and the first at the empty tomb,” writes Catherine Groeger of Christianity Today.  Women were also the first evangelists,...

Men’s tennis falls to Hawaii Hilo

Men’s tennis falls to Hawaii Hilo
The Eagles took a beating to the Vulcans in Friday’s 0-4 loss.
Andi Basista, News Editor March 5, 2021

Men’s tennis hosted Hawaii Hilo University at the Biola Tennis Center on Friday afternoon. Looking to capitalize on their recent blowout win, the Eagles ended up having the switch flipped on them, getting swept by the Vulcans, 0-4. While the doubles started out on a weaker note, the third and final...

Biola completes its reopening phases for the spring semester

Biola completes its reopening phases for the spring semester
Students are coming back to campus with ongoing COVID-19 safety protocols.
Amber Chen and Bethsabe Camacho March 4, 2021

On Dec. 10, Biola announced that the university would welcome students back to the spring semester in phases. The university set the last phase in March, with hopes that students with no in-person classes would be able to experience on-campus living. A LONG-AWAITED REENTRY The phases were successfully...

Billie Eilish delivers honesty in her latest film on Apple TV

Billie Eilish delivers honesty in her latest film on Apple TV
“The World’s a Little Blurry” focuses on the darkness and the isolation of fame.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer March 4, 2021

Recently released on Apple TV, “Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry” brings fans into the personal, endearing and shocking world of stardom for Eilish. Beginning with her first record deal and entering into her current successes, the film aims to display the process and passion behind her...

Women’s tennis sweeps Dominican University

Women’s tennis sweeps Dominican University
The Eagles are on a three-game winning streak after a 7-0 victory over Dominican University of California.
Andi Basista, News Editor March 4, 2021

The Eagles traveled to San Rafael, Calif. on Tuesday afternoon to take on the Dominican University Penguins. Coming off of back-to-back wins, Biola continued the dominating energy with a clean sweep over Dominican, 7-0. Biola entered the doubles matches with great power, showing their strength in...

Women’s golf competes in the Tim Tierney Pioneer Shootout

Women’s golf competes in the Tim Tierney Pioneer Shootout
The Eagles take second place and have two golfers place Top 5.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor March 4, 2021

Women’s golf is staying consistent as the Eagles placed second overall in the Tim Tierney Pioneer Shootout in Alameda, Calif. at Corcia Park Golf Course on March 1-2. This tournament was hosted by the Dominican University of California Penguins. Biola competed for two days along with seven schools...

Wellness days are just another day for homework

Wellness days are just another day for homework
Although well-intended, we should be creating an intentional rhythm of sabbath for ourselves.
Addison Freiheit, Staff Writer March 3, 2021

When I imagine a restful day, I imagine waking up without a hundred “to-dos” running through my mind. I imagine hanging out with friends and reading a book that has nothing to do with the required reading stated on the syllabus. Maybe I would go to the beach or go on a hike. Either way, homework...

BREAKING: Biola experiences its second COVID-19 outbreak

BREAKING: Biola experiences its second COVID-19 outbreak
As Phase 3 students move onto campus, Biolans experience another outbreak within a month.
Maria Weyne and Bethsabe Camacho March 3, 2021

On March 3, the Biola Health Center informed students that there had been a second outbreak on campus. The news came following the beginning of Phase 3, with an estimated 230 new students moving in.  79 CONFIRMED CASES SINCE AUGUST  This happened only a month after the first outbreak on Jan. 29....

The 78th annual Golden Globe Awards recap

The 78th annual Golden Globe Awards recap
The Hollywood Foreign Press Association had another year celebrating the best films of 2020.
Kate Bomar, Photographer March 2, 2021

On Feb. 28, NBC hosted the 78th annual Golden Globe Awards given to movies, plays and TV shows by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. The audience was filled with first responders and essential workers while celebrities tuned in online via Zoom to accept their awards. UNCOMFORTABLE DIALOGUE  Hosts...

Anti-asian crime rates increase throughout California

Anti-asian crime rates increase throughout California
As the Asian American community pleas for safety, lawmakers push for new bills.
Maria Weyne, News Editor March 2, 2021

From the start of the pandemic, the Asian American community has been attributed to spreading the coronavirus throughout the country according to KTLA News. Since former-President Donald Trump nicknamed the coronavirus as the “Kung flu” and “Chinese virus,” the Asian community has seen an increase...

Women’s tennis scores over Academy of Art

Women’s tennis scores over Academy of Art
The Eagles mustered up enough offensive gains to soar above the Urban Knights, 4-3.
Andi Basista, News Editor March 2, 2021

The Eagles traveled north to San Francisco, Calif. yesterday afternoon to take on the Academy of Art Urban Knights. Coming off a recent win, Biola was locked in and focused to continue the streak. It was a nail-biter, but the Eagles were able to come out on top with the win, 4-3. Biola swept the Urban...