I have been a dedicated Ethel Cain listener for several years now. I have seen her in person twice, the first time in Nashville at Ryman Auditorium and the second time at Bonnaroo Music Festival in Manchester, Tennessee. I chose to review “Golden Age” because it is one of Ethel’s most underrated projects in my opinion. “Golden Age” is Ethel’s second EP, following her first, titled “Carpet Bed.” What many may not know is that Ethel Cain is a conceptual alter ego of Hayden

Troy University Air Force Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (AFROTC) cadets recently participated in a large-scale training event in Indiana alongside other cadets from across the country. The event, organized by Indiana State University at Camp Atterbury, allowed cadets to participate in a multi-day field training exercise designed to simulate real deployment conditions. Cadets explained the training as a condensed version of the required multi-week field training they atte

High speed races, fun circuits, cars-- is there really a difference is Formula One and NASCAR? The answer easy answer is yes-- here are many differences between the two racing worlds. To start off, the two cars are completely distinctive styles. NASCAR races with what is called a “stock car,” which is designed for high contact, bumper to bumper racing. F1 races with open wheel/open cockpit cars, which are made for more high-speed, curvy tracks.The tires of the F1 car are

President Trump posted a Truth Social post last Sunday where he lashed out at the first American Pope, Leo XIV, for criticizing the Trump Administration’s foreign policy and recent actions in Iran. In his Truth Social post, Trump stated the pope should not criticize war, but that instead, “Leo should get his act together as Pope, use Common Sense, stop catering to the Radical Left, and focus on being a Great Pope, not a Politician. It’s hurting him very badly and, more imp

Over five years ago, on Apr. 9, 2021, the Troy University IDEA Bank opened its doors. Now, the resource center is celebrating and reflecting on the last five years of development. The IDEA Bank is a university-owned student development center that provides workshops, competitions and resources for student entrepreneurs. The IDEA Bank’s Director, Lynne George, can’t take credit for the idea, but she does take pride in what she has been able to do with it since she was put in

Exploring the basics of Formula One High-speed races, dangerous crashes and an exhilarating battle for the championship title — this is the world of Formula One. Allow me to break down the world of F1 in a way most beginners will understand. Twenty-two drivers are racing for their spot as the 2026 World Driver Champion (WDC), all while the 11 teams are fighting for their spot as the constructor champion. Drivers receive points for each race they win, with positions one

Country music is an odd conversation topic with many music fans online and in person. I have heard the phrase: “I like all types of music except for country,” many times. Honestly, it makes sense. Most people base country music off only the stuff they’ve heard on the radio or though TikTok. I am here to prove that country music should be given a chance anyways. The first thing that I point to when defending country music is that like most genres, country music has a deeper

As graduation looms ever closer, I have reflected on my college experience. Specifically, I’ve considered what I’m glad I did, and what I wish I had done differently throughout my time at Troy. One of the things in college that I am most proud of is being heavily involved on campus. I urge you to get involved on campus. Talk to the people next to you in class and join different clubs and discover your passions. Do not fall into the routine of just going to class and then

Over the course of the last few months, we have watched and reviewed some of the most critically successful movies of all time. Whether it be newer movies like “Sinners,” “Bugonia” and “One Battle After Another,” or older films like “The Green Mile” and “Good Will Hunting,” we have watched some of the best Hollywood has to offer. However, after watching so many fantastic, well-made movies, the brain needs a break. It is hard to watch so many great movies back-to-back because

Historical fiction is a genre readers tend to love or hate. I struggle to be fully immersed in these books because I find that authors often go too heavy or too light with the research. Too much emphasis on the facts often leads to underdeveloped characters and plot lines. Too little historical background can be equally detrimental if readers can spot obvious flaws. All of these thoughts established, my most recent encounter with a historical fiction piece completely took m

Glue, scissors and markers were in full use last Thursday as students created artwork at Troy’s International Art Center. As the final days wind down for the exhibitions by Douglas Pierre Baulos and Jennifer McCohnell, the gallery was transformed into a creative field for students to engage in a hands-on craft activity using materials made by Baulos himself. “I enjoy looking at art,” said Carla Garcia, a sophomore elementary education major from Laredo, Texas. “I like seei

Troy Delight Ministries held a “Tea Party and Presentations” event for ladies looking to make friends and have a church-based community. The ladies gathered in their spring dresses in Hawkins 107, where blankets scattered the floor picnic style, and a table was set up with home-baked goods, and an allotment of teacups and teas. There were egg salad sandwiches, vanilla chai coffee cakes, raspberry cinnamon rolls as well as earl grey tea, ginger teas and more. After some teat

Aries: Spring hits and you burst outside like you’ve been released from prison, shouting “Who wants to do something dangerous but in short sleeves?” You then plan a hike, race and engage in a minor argument with a stranger all before lunch. Taurus: You step outside, feel one gentle spring breeze and decide productivity has been canceled until October, all in the name of Mother Nature. “Nature demands us to rest.” Gemini: Spring is the debut of your identity crisis. You wil

Some albums capture a moment in time, but others feel timeless. “The Diary of Alicia Keys,” released in 2003 by Alicia Keys, is one of those albums. Blending R&B, soul and hip-hop influences, the record shows Keys’ growth as both a singer, pianist and songwriter. Through emotional storytelling and vocals, the album explores themes of love, trust and self-reflection while maintaining a classic sound that still resonates with listeners today. Following the success of her deb

Whether a student plays the snare, tenor, bass drum or even cymbals, the Sound of the South (SOTS) drumline has a place for them. Prospective drumline members were given an opportunity Saturday morning to learn some of the music they would have to learn for SOTS and get a head start on upcoming summer band camps, including the percussion camp in June. Drumline Interest Day was the first event of its kind. “For June Camp, we have essentially two and a half days to put our e

Troy’s Department of Theatre and Dance put on its production of “Something Rotten!,” but the experience of watching was quite the opposite. “Something Rotten!” is a 2015 play set in Renaissance 1595, following the story of the brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom as they invent a new, musical form of theatre to compete with William Shakespeare’s comedies and tragedies. If you can’t tell by the trope of a musical about a musical, this production is extremely meta and self-referen

Troy’s Jazz Ensemble performed classical tunes on Tuesday, presenting a high-energy concert featuring a variety of jazz styles while highlighting student musicians and their musical growth. Guests in attendance experienced a high-energy, stylistically diverse program that moved from classic swing to contemporary big band writing. The concert featured a wide range of musical selections, including lush ballads and fast-paced charts that showcase both technical skill and musica

Troy’s University Activities Council (UAC) held an arts and crafts night last Wednesday, where students came together to assemble small paper crafts with friends and potentially make new ones. “The inspiration was the little goal punch cards that people have been making on TikTok,” said Mallory Morris, a sophomore graphic design major from Hoover, Alabama. Morris also serves as UAC’s graphic design chair. “We had a free week this week, and our advisor saw this trend on TikTo

Since the departure of head coach Scott Cross, Troy men’s basketball fans knew a large portion of its championship team would be entering the transfer portal. After the portal opened on April 7, Troy has seen six players and nearly its entire staff depart from the program. As of the time of writing, both Cobi and Cooper Campbell, Austin Cross, Thomas Dowd, Victor Valdes and Javen Colbert are/were in the transfer portal. Cobi and Cooper Campbell announced their commitments to

It is impossible to talk about Troy’s Megan Loftis without bringing up her speed. “They’re fast, they’re quick, and they have good bat to ball,” said head coach Eric Newell on to Loftis’ and Mia Tidmore’s multi-hit games against Texas State on Friday. “Part of our DNA is small ball.” Loftis fits this style perfectly, as an excellent slap hitter and base stealer. Loftis ranks second on the team with a batting average of .398 this season, while also swiping the third most

The Troy women’s tennis team concluded this season’s road slate with a 4-0 loss against Louisiana. With one match before the conference tournament, the Trojans are 11-7 overall with a 5-1 conference record. Louisiana’s defeat of Troy marks the end of the Trojans’ seven-match win streak as well as their quest to go undefeated against conference opponents. The day began with the team of Angelique Berrat and Nina Krecklenberg handing Valeriia Avdeeva and Maria Guirguis their f

The Troy softball team played its last Sun Belt series against Texas State over the weekend before the Bobcats move to the Pac 12. The Trojans got swept with 11-7, 5-0 and 2-1 losses. However, Troy also tacked on a few more in the win column, with a midweek matchup against West Georgia that ended up with two Troy wins. Esmee Ames stepped into the circle and held West Georgia scoreless across seven innings. Megan Loftis and her bat loaded the bases for Troy, and Kalee Rochi

Troy baseball secured its third conference series win of the season in a weekend matchup against the Texas State Bobcats. The Trojans lost 8-5 before storming back with 15-2 and 12-11 wins to clinch the series. The Trojans dropped the Friday opener after the Bobcats had an explosive sixth and ninth inning. Troy gained a 3-1 lead early in the game before a 2:45 rain delay in the bottom of the third halted its momentum. The Bobcats came back with a three-run homer by Jaquae S

Troy’s track and field team returned to Florida State on Friday and Saturday to compete in the Dick Roberts Seminole Invite. The Trojans raced against mostly Floridia-based schools like FSU, Florida A&M University and the University of North Florida, with some unattached Auburn and USSU athletes competing as well. Tayjo Oppong won third place in the men’s hammer throw , launching the hammer 52.09m. Oppong also grabbed second place in the men’s discus event, throwing the disc