Vatican reverting back to medieval age

Call it a shift in focus, call it the clash of tradition with progress—regardless of how you spin it, it seems that the Vatican and Pope Benedict XVI have been taking some questionable turns in direction lately. Besides following Pope John Paul II’s lead and bringing back the practice of “indulgences”... [Read more]

What sports have taught me about the real world

Why am I so devoted to watching, writing about, and participating in sports? Some might argue that my commitment to sports is a waste of time. After all, most people think of sports as nothing more than just games; ways to break up the monotony of everyday life, without real value in the future. For... [Read more]

The Explorer Weighs In: The decline of print journalism

The past couple of months have been tough for journalists across the country. With the closure of newspapers across the country such as the Rocky Mountain News, Seattle Post-Intelligence, and possibly the cessation of San Francisco Chronicle, we here at The Explorer have felt a certain obligation to... [Read more]

Don’t blame it on the rain

Call me crazy. I love rain couture with clear umbrellas and rain boots. I love jumping and running through puddles while people are standing nearby and intentionally getting them wet. I love curling up in a blanket watching a movie with hot chocolate as the rain pats the roof. I love sending “boat”... [Read more]

How mock trial shaped me today

Imagine being at a trial. You’ve prepped for months and planned for weeks for this moment. You enter the courthouse feeling nervous but think it’s not that bad. But when the trial starts, this all changes and any point, question, or comment you have is squashed by the opposing team’s statements.... [Read more]

My disconnection from my Filipino culture, my family

I felt vacant during a lazy midnight when I couldn’t distinguish the innumerable faces in my mom’s photo album from-might as well be-complete strangers. The album recollected my mom, my brother, and my sister’s recent trip to Baguio City in the Philippines where my mom rekindled relationships... [Read more]

Slumdog Millionaire elicits mixed feelings among Indians

Slumdog Millionaire has become the new American favorite movie. Although it only ran in ten theaters when if first came out, it has now won eight academy awards and international acclaim. Though most people love the movie, some Indians have mixed feelings about it. Including me. Slumdog Millionaire is... [Read more]

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