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Biola commemorates the 9/11 terrorist attacks

Biola commemorates the 9/11 terrorist attacks
America’s longest war is over but some experts fear a divided nation.
Caleb Jonker and Andi Basista September 10, 2021

Twenty years have passed since the horrific terror attacks led by Islamic extremist group Al-Qaeda. By the end of the day, nearly 3,000 people lost their lives. Nearly two decades later, Americans gather to mourn the loss of loved ones as the entire nation honors the victims of the attacks. However,...

Politics Rundown: Biden extends pause on student loans

Politics Rundown: Biden extends pause on student loans
The Biden Administration and Supreme Court move forward with new policies.
Caleb Jonker, News Editor September 6, 2021

STUDENT LOAN EXTENSION  On Aug. 6, the Biden Administration announced that the Department of Education will maintain a hold on federal student loans until Jan. 31, 2022. The press release stated this will be the last extension of the moratorium on student loans. Through the extension, President Biden...

‘We have left Americans behind’

‘We have left Americans behind’
Biden withdraws U.S. from Afghanistan after 20-year war.
Andi Basista, News Editor August 31, 2021

Taliban fighters celebrated with gunshots as they watched the final American cargo planes fly away, signifying the end of a 20-year war. On Aug. 31, President Joe Biden addressed the American people on his decision to withdraw all troops from Afghanistan. With the complete withdrawal of U.S. troops,...

Americans have become more united amid the pandemic

Americans have become more united amid the pandemic
The deadly threat has brought the American people together unlike ever before.
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor April 13, 2020

“We’re all in this together.”  Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the American people have been strengthened and united unlike ever before in our lifetime. Neighbors are grocery shopping for neighbors. Friends are sewing masks for friends. Strangers are offering to buy other strangers meals....

9/11 terrorist attack used to justify neverending War on Terror

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15 years after 9/11, the United States is still engaged in a seemingly never-ending War on Terror now fought in new countries and continents.
Justin Yun, Writer September 14, 2016
15 years after 9/11, the United States is still engaged in a seemingly never-ending War on Terror now fought in new countries and continents.

Do not forget 9/11

Americans should remember the tragic suffering and loss caused by the September 11th terrorist attacks fifteen years ago. | wikipedia.org
Tim Seeberger, Writer September 11, 2016
Americans should remember the tragic suffering and loss caused by the September 11th terrorist attacks fifteen years ago. | wikipedia.org

Do not blame technology for human shortcomings

Catherine Streng argues in defense of the many benefits and innovations of technology. | Photo illustration by Melanie Kim/THE CHIMES
Catherine Streng argues in defense of the many benefits and innovations of technology.
Catherine Streng, Writer October 28, 2014
Catherine Streng argues in defense of the many benefits and innovations of technology.

Grappling for meaning amid distant memories of 9/11

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Biola students reflect on their memories of 9/11.
Alex Bell, Writer September 10, 2014
Biola students reflect on their memories of 9/11.

Wake Up Call: Remembering Sept. 11

Students from Biola and other universities undergo ROTC training at Cal State Fullerton, which teaches them the foundation of military drills. | Aaron Fooks/THE CHIMES
As September 11 approaches, readers are reminded of the importance of the American military.
Peter Rothermel VI, Writer September 10, 2014
As September 11 approaches, readers are reminded of the importance of the American military.

Why you should still care about 9/11

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On the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Josh Kristianto reminds readers of the importance of remembering this horrific part of our history.
Josh Kristianto, Writer September 10, 2014
On the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Josh Kristianto reminds readers of the importance of remembering this horrific part of our history.