Chloe Reid Reporter With the increase in vaccine distribution nationwide and a seemingly lower amount of cases in the past few weeks in most states, the start of going back to better times seems right around the corner. With this news, along with several other colleges nationally, Idaho State University […]
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Chloe Reid Reporter With expanding numbers of the COVID-19 vaccine being administered nationwide, it’s common to have heard several stories about the reliability and functionality of the vaccine from different perspectives. From the start of the vaccine’s release, rumors have flown around regarding the vaccine’s ingredients, as well as the […]
Lesley Brey Reporter One recent Gallup Poll found that 1 in 6 Gen Zs self-identify as LGBTQ+, it’s easy to forget that gay marriage was only legalized in the United States in 2015. As a society, we’ve come far from the day when gay victims of AIDS were left to […]
Kyran Cates Reporter Twice per year, our circadian rhythm suffers a great injustice at the hands of the clock. Daylight saving starts on Sunday, Mar. 14 and lasts until Nov. 7, but this one-hour change is not as inconsequential as it may seem. While adjusting our clocks by one hour […]
Chloe Reid Reporter On Feb. 18, 2021, the Perseverance Rover landed on Mars. This landing marked the start of a long-awaited moment, a moment that could potentially help the future of science, as well as help the progression of discovering life forms on a foreign planet. The rover was launched […]
Kyran Cates Reporter As our planet suffers the intensifying consequences of carbon emissions and climate change, students at Idaho State University have decided to push our campus towards joining the fight for a sustainable future. Senior Rituraj Yadav and first-year Emma Watts recently started a petition to encourage ISU’s President, […]
Kyran Cates Reporter Not long ago, one could leave their house without delay, dash to their car to visit with friends or quickly pop into the store for a snack. Now, every interaction holds an air of seriousness, and every journey out into the world poses risks to our health. […]
Chloe Reid Reporter Being in college, it’s fair to say that most of us have experienced professors throughout our years that just aren’t up to par. Whether from assigning undoable amounts of work, to those who just simply don’t seem like a helping hand when you need it, sadly there […]
Kyran Cates Reporter In the United States, nearly 1.8 million people are diagnosed with cancer each year. Are you taking steps to avoid this common diagnosis? COVID-19 has taught us the importance of noticing symptoms early on, but many people don’t know what signs to look for when it comes […]
Chloe Reid Reporter With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, many of us have most likely started into finding gifts for our significant others or friends. However, finding gifts can be difficult, so use this guide to help get in the right mindset. Valentine’s Day Do’s: Chocolates Chocolates are a […]
Kyran Cates Reporter Three years ago, on Feb. 14, 2018, a gunman walked into Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School with a semi-automatic rifle. The world will never forget the events that followed. After shooting into several classrooms, the gunman pulled the fire alarm and executed students and staff as they […]
Lesley Brey Reporter This story is part one of an ongoing series by The Bengal Newspaper regarding Black History Month. Even in the midst of a pandemic, college is one of the best settings to meet new people and expand your horizons. Being a student at Idaho State University gives […]
Chloe Reid Reporter During the time of being a college student, it’s fair to say the many questions of potential success have loomed in most of our minds. Will jobs after college be accessible? Is your major going to stay something you’ll be interested in for the years after graduation? […]
Chloe Reid Reporter Working for $7.25 an hour is an issue that is way more common to the average American adult than one would think. For several years, $7.25 has been the federal minimum wage in America, causing many to struggle financially and experience an all too common problem of […]
Kyran Cates Reporter I’ve never been much of a Marvel fan, but after the announcement of 12 upcoming TV shows, that might have to change. On Jan. 15, Marvel released the first two episodes of “WandaVision” on Disney+, a seemingly lighthearted sitcom following the hijinks of Wanda and Vision as […]