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Nov 30, 2023

Black Artists and the Grammys

The 66th Annual Grammy Awards are approaching and guess who is missing from nominations once again? Black artists. While this no longer comes as a shock to many, it’s extremely disheartening when “music’s biggest night” fails to properly recognize the hard work and talent of Black artists. As explained by Complex, maybe it’s on us…

Nov 30, 2023

The Revival of the Epsilon Nu Chapter

Image by Kaela Belingon On Monday, Nov. 13, at 7:05 p.m. the revival Line 6 of the Epsilon Nu Chapter of the Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority Incorporated “La Tormenta Inevitable” introduced themselves to North Carolina State University. The Nubian Message met with Valeria Gonzalez Perez, the Line’s deuce (#2 of the line), to discuss…

Nov 30, 2023

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Original Movie Poster Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (2023) Alianna Kendall-Brooks | Staff Writer Eight years after the epic conclusion of “The Hunger Games” trilogy, the series is back with a gripping prequel, “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.” Set 64 years before the first novel, the latest installment…

Nov 30, 2023

NC State Takes on Esports

Image from Creative Commons Since the 1970s, esports have existed as a means of proving a gamer’s ability to perform better than others within an in-game setting. However, over the past few decades, esports has skyrocketed into the mainstream and grown into a billion-dollar industry. Esports is a form of organized competitive online gaming between…

Nov 30, 2023

Bangladesh Garment Workers Strike

Image from Creative Commons In recent weeks, garment workers in Bangladesh have been on strike, protesting for better pay.  While Bangladesh’s economy has been stable in recent years, inflation continues to increase, with food inflation particularly reaching a 12-year-high in August. The rising inflation coupled with the low minimum wage makes it hard for garment…

Nov 16, 2023

What’s Up with Boycott Fatigue?

Due to the recent Israel-Palestine conflict, there has been a call to boycott companies such as Starbucks, McDonalds, Disney and Puma. But people online are claiming they have ‘boycott fatigue,’ meaning that after three weeks of boycotting, people have begun purchasing from these companies again due to what seems like a lack of instant gratification. …

Nov 16, 2023

Where’s The Budget for CHASS?

If you’re an NC State student, you’re likely well aware of how integral the STEM departments are to the university. The College of Engineering always has new additions, whether it be another building, classroom or career fair. There are also numerous additions to the science and mathematics programs. Every time there’s a new project on…

Nov 16, 2023

Critique on American Surveillance

The United States of America has an extensive history of overstepping the privacy rights of its citizens. This history shows a pattern of creating laws that allegedly protect American citizens when in reality, they legalize the country’s ample surveillance. Publicly and privately, the government has built a plethora of invasive surveillance tools to use at…

Nov 16, 2023

Embracing the Afro

In the realm of Black hair, the afro has long been a symbol of political defiance and unapologetic pride. However, in a conversation with Jayden McLean, a second-year majoring in Criminology and Psychology, it becomes evident that the narrative surrounding afros is evolving. Rather than just a political statement, the afro is transitioning into an…

Nov 16, 2023

An Exploration of Native American Fashion

Image by Kaela Belingon, Photo Editor  Dancers in the Women’s Red Dress Special wait to be judged during the 32nd Annual NC State Powwow in the Carmichael Gymnasium on Saturday, April 1, 2023. The attire worn by the dancers is called Regalia and is often spiritually significant.   With this month being Native American Heritage…

Nov 16, 2023

ASU’s First Met Gala

Step into a world where Afro beats set the rhythm, dance moves paint the night and fashion takes center stage. The first Met Gala hosted by NC State’s African Student Union (ASU) on Nov. 9 was a night of cultural extravagance. Hence the theme ‘Young, Rich, and African.’ From star-studded gowns to sleek suits and…

Nov 16, 2023

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  Original Album Cover Renaissance by Beyoncè (2022)  Nadia Hargett | Staff Writer In the summer of 2022, the larger-than-life iconic performer, Beyoncé, released her latest album “Renaissance.” It made waves throughout the music industry. The Critically acclaimed project carries an unapologetically Black and queer narrative that truly solidified Beyoncé’s status in the music world…