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The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Hurricane Ian powers through Cuba and US states

Hurricane Ian powers through Cuba and US states
Disastrous storm pummels Cuba, Florida and South Carolina.
Dalet Valles and Phoebe Vrable • September 30, 2022

At least nineteen people have been confirmed dead from the effects of Hurricane Ian so far, exceeding the eleven deaths Hurricane Fiona caused.  Hurricane Ian has torn through Florida and Cuba, leaving extensive damages wherever it passes. On Sept. 24, President Joe Biden declared a state of emergency...

Martha’s Vineyard fiasco highlights flaws in US immigration system

Martha’s Vineyard fiasco highlights flaws in US immigration system
Political stunt raises legal and ethical questions.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief • September 22, 2022

On Sept. 14, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis arranged for chartered planes to fly 50 undocumented Venezuelan immigrants and asylum seekers to Martha’s Vineyard, an island and summer colony off the coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. DeSantis said he wanted to send the message that Florida is not a sanctuary...

Florida’s Parental Rights in Education bill protects young children

Florida’s Parental Rights in Education bill protects young children
The newly signed law protects young children exposure to sexual controversy.
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor • April 4, 2022

Over the past few weeks, Florida’s Parental Rights in Education bill sparked debates across the nation. The bill was labeled the “Don’t Say Gay” bill by critics who claim the law will cause harm to children who identify as transgender or gay. The bill aims to “prohibit schools from discussing...

James’ peach and James’ faith encourages Christians to pursue works

James’ peach and James’ faith encourages Christians to pursue works
It is not enough for us to be well with our own soul, we must address the objective needs of the suffering.
Logan Zeppieri, Opinions Editor • March 27, 2018

“Well, maybe it started that way. As a dream, but doesn’t everything. Those buildings. These lights. This whole city. Somebody had to dream about it first. And maybe that is what I did. I dreamed about coming here, but then I did it.” THE ADVENTURE OF FAITH For James, in “James and the Giant...

#Walkout allows political activists to target students

#Walkout allows political activists to target students
Children have become targets for political activists.
Logan Zeppieri, Opinions Editor • March 20, 2018

It was once said, “If a tree falls in the forest, you’ll get three stories: yours, mine and the tree’s.” On March 14 the national student protest #walkout led many students to protest outside their schools, remembering the tragic deaths of 17 students in Florida's school shooting last month. The...

Toxic masculinity needs to be defined and addressed

Toxic masculinity needs to be defined and addressed
Toxic masculinity needs to be defined and addressed​.
Eric Nimmo, Freelance Writer • March 6, 2018

In the wake of the most recent mass shooting, a conversation has erupted on the unacceptable increase of mass shootings in the United States. Often, political leanings determine which overused and underdeveloped platitude you state as the solution to the problem.  The meme-fueled debate often serves...

Survivors mobilize on social media and in person after Florida shooting

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Survivors mobilize on social media and in person after Florida shooting.
Megan Josep, Design Editor • February 21, 2018

In the wake of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Florida, high school students across the country are utilizing social media to promote stricter gun laws. Students recapped their experiences during the shooting on Twitter, prompting users to protest on the platform. By the second...