Mamata Elangovan
Editor in Chief 25-26
Snuff the flame or light it up: A chance to reignite that romantic spark
For many, Valentine’s Day is a time of love, passion and grand gestures, but that’s just one side of the coin. For other couples,...
“Viva la Raza!”
Hundreds of protestors came together in solidarity to advocate for immigrant rights on the University of California, Riverside’s (UCR) campus on Feb. 3, 2025....
R’Perspective: This Valentine’s Day, bring back courting
Rising to prominence over the last few years, situationships have taken the modern dating world by storm. First coined in 2017 by Carina Hsieh,...
President Trump’s recall of DEI programs reinforces the white patriarchy
On Jan. 27, 2025, the Executive Office of the President’s Office of Management and Budget released a memo on a “temporary pause of agency...
Return of the biggest hypocrite on screen: President Donald Trump
On Jan. 13, 2025, the United States (U.S.) witnessed President Donald J. Trump’s second Inaugural speech in which he promised an America that will...
“Emilia Pérez” performative portrayal of the trans experience is clearly Oscar bait
Directed by French filmmaker Jacques Audiard, the cartel-gangster musical “Emilia Pérez” has garnered a lot of attention and notoriety for its contents. From its...
In pursuit of social justice: Protests assemble in San Bernardino on MLK day
On Inauguration Day, Monday Jan. 20, 2025, protestors gathered at San Bernardino City Hall in observance of the National Day of Action to mobilize...
Fire breaks out in Positron Laboratory
A fire broke out on campus at the University of California, Riverside (UCR) and prompted immediate evacuation and disbursement of the fire investigator and...
What a chai-ful morning
If you’re looking for a quick, but elevated way to get your morning caffeine, check out this chai recipe.
Prep Time/Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serving Size:...
The LA Fires: A growing disaster
On Jan. 7, 2025, the Los Angeles (LA) fires began, and have rapidly grown encompassing over 37,000 acres as of Jan. 12, 2025. The...