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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Rainbow fentanyl ensnares students

Taking rainbow fentanyl pills jeopardizes students' health.
Deadly drug endangers young people nationwide.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief October 10, 2022

Death used to stalk silently, a faded figure whose washed-out features rendered him all but invisible to men until their final hour. Recently, however, the Pale Horseman of Death exchanged his gray countenance for a vibrant visage of teal, purple, pink and yellow — a shrewd upgrade luring hundreds...

Episode 1: Chimes Rundown

On this week's Torch Radio rundown, the Chimes recaps Nationball results, recent power outages and more.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief September 18, 2022

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.”...

Power outages leave Biola in the dark

Power outages leave Biola in the dark
Off-campus apartments lost power due to rolling blackouts.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief September 10, 2022

Biola’s power flickered around 4-5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 9. Chief of Campus Safety John Ojeisekhoba reported the flicker was due to strong winds caused by Hurricane Kay in Baja, California. Ojeisekhoba said that a transformer in La Mirada also blew out as a result of the wind, which caused the power...

New York Times reporter discusses the ministry of journalism

New York Time's journalist Ivan Penn gives an address for the Celebration of the Arts and Media.
Ivan Penn shared about culture and accountability.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief October 21, 2021

The New York Times energy correspondent Ivan Penn attended a dinner and gave a keynote address as part of the Celebration of Arts and Media to the Department of Digital Journalism and Media faculty, students and visitors about rejecting fear and speaking truth in a culture of greed and power. Penn said...

BREAKING: Power outage on campus

The power outage delayed the start of men’s soccer on Sept. 25.
On Saturday night, a power outage blackened campus for 30 seconds.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor September 25, 2021

At 7:12 p.m tonight, a campus-wide power outage darkened Biola for 30 seconds. According to Chief of Campus Safety John Ojeisekhoba Sr., a power pole off of campus caused the outage. No students were harmed as a result of the incident, but it did delay the start of the men’s soccer game.   Currently,...

“Alita: Battle Angel” presents a mixed bag

“Alita: Battle Angel” presents a mixed bag
Robert Rodriguez’s technically exciting film cannot overcome its confusing plot.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer February 24, 2019

“Alita: Battle Angel” simultaneously stuns and disappoints. Although it excites with engaging battle sequences, menacing villains and talented actors, its confusing plot and abrupt ending hinder the film from being excellent. CONFUSING PLOT “Alita: Battle Angel” confuses through Rodriguez’s...

We should reflect on George H.W. Bush’s civility in bi-partisan politics

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We should take time to consider our former president’s legacy.
Logan Zeppieri, Opinions Editor December 8, 2018

The office of the president is one of the most powerful political offices in the history of the world because the United States is one of the most powerful nations in the history of the world. And when an American citizen assumes the title and powers of that office, they come face-to-face with life’s...

Power made in weakness

Students learn a new definition of power.  |  Rebecca Mitchell/THE CHIMES
Students learn a new definition of power.
Rebecca Mitchell, Writer October 11, 2017
Students learn a new definition of power.

We Have Authority Over Demons

Doctor Clint Arnold and Oscar Merlo, remind us that by the power of the Holy Spirit we have authority over evil.  |  Chak Hee Lo/THE CHIMES 
Doctor Clint Arnold and Oscar Merlo, remind us that by the power of the Holy Spirit we have authority over evil.
Jessica Brest, Writer October 11, 2017
Doctor Clint Arnold and Oscar Merlo, remind us that by the power of the Holy Spirit we have authority over evil.