Although cryptocurrencies make borderless transactions much more efficient and trustworthy, they come with a few flaws. Part 1 of this series of articles discussed the technology behind the cryptocurrency and Part 2 explored Bitcoin. Both parts have extensively looked into the way in which blockchain...

The debate over the importance of privacy versus security is an old and reoccurring one. With different people in positions of power having varying stances on which is more important, it seems as if the views of students may sometimes be left out when deciding which should be valued more. A lack of privacy...

Recently, the UIS administration sent an email to all students, faculty and staff about the rise in mental health concerns within the student body. Students have been expressing to others that they are feeling weighed down by their workloads and the stress that comes with them. In the email, the UIS...

One of the most prevalent topics on people’s minds right now is the trial that was held on behalf of George Perry Floyd after he was murdered by former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin on May 25, 2020. Considering the surrounding circumstances that the U.S. was in, including the COVID-19 pandemic...

So far, 2021 has seen a sharp influx in mass shootings. In these four months alone, there have been a total of 147 shootings. On the week of Apr. 12, there were at least four reported shootings, seemingly back-to-back. The aftermath of the shootings has caused a flurry of emotions amongst American citizens....