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In this March 27, 2014, photo, President Barack Obama meets with Pope Francis at the Vatican. From the heart of Europe to the expanse of Saudi Arabia's desert, Obama's weeklong overseas trip amounted to a reassurance tour for stalwart, but sometimes skeptical, American allies. At a time when Obama is grappling with crises and conflict in both Europe and the Middle East, the four-country swing also served as a reminder that even those longtime partners still need some personal attention from the president.. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)

April Fools’: Opinion: Obama comes out of the socialist closet!!!

By Joshua Hajiakbarifini March 31, 2014

Finally the truth has come out. Sources close to Barry Soetoro, AKA Barack Obama, confirm that he is in fact a Marxist Muslim Nazi socialist from Kenya who seeks to destroy America. Everyone grab a Tea...

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April Fools’: Opinion: Lizardousalmoustushumanist invades LSU

By Justin Stafford March 31, 2014

LSU is a place of mystery and intrigue with a colorful history and a strange institution at present. But if the students and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security do not act quickly, there may be no...

North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen listens to a question while speaking about the future of NATO at The Brookings Institution in Washington, Wednesday, March 19, 2014. As it steels itself against westward Russian advances, NATO may find itself stretched too thin to maintain a broad military mission in Afghanistan by its member states beyond this year. U.S. officials said having to divert troops and resources, if not withdrawing completely, from Afghanistan to secure NATO states would be an unintended casualty of the West’s new focus on containing Moscow. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

Opinion: Lack of Western action reflects poorly on alliance

By John Ryan McGehee March 30, 2014

Imagine if the Baton Rouge Police Department got a call from the LSU Police Department saying a mass shooting was imminent on campus, and they needed serious backup. Imagine further if BRPD gave a half-answer...

TED Talks were held at the Shaver Theatre on Saturday, March 29, 2014 to speak to an audience about dynamic social, civic, and commercial efforts and ideas to inspire positive change for Louisiana and its citizens.

Opinion: TEDxLSU doesn’t live up to its potential

By Megan Dunbar March 30, 2014

The best TED Talks focus on original content through monologues and knowledgeable speakers, and TEDxLSU tried its best to live up to that standard in its second year on campus. Jacqueline Stephens, director...

Waitress Dawn Simonson (left) sits with co-worker Jessica Poni (right) on Sunday, March 23, 2014 at Louie's Café.

Opinion: Louie’s part of an American tradition

By Gordon Brillon March 30, 2014

You don’t need me to tell you about Louie’s Cafe. You know the smell, you know the chili cheese hash browns, you know the constant rotation of waitresses, all of them your best friend. Regrouping...

Drawing the Line

Drawing the Line

By Lauren Duhon March 30, 2014

One who adopts specific elements of a culture by a different cultural group is one who appropriates. You may not be familiar with the term “cultural appropriation,” but at one point or another...

Iberville Parish schools are discussing banning saggy pants, another uniform restriction already present in edcuational facilities across the state.

Opinion: Clothing choices, styles are a reflection of ourselves

By SidneyRose Reynen March 27, 2014

For me, coming to college meant I was not only embarking on a brand new life experience, but I could finally wear shorts and a tank-top during Louisiana’s sticky, hot months. It was freedom at last,...

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Opinion: Artists shouldn’t be penalized for controversial lyrics

By Jana King March 27, 2014

It would be a shame if LSUPD arrested Weezer when they take the stage tonight for Groovin’ on the Grounds. But it could happen — rapper Antwain Steward was thrown in jail for murder because...

Opinion: Hazing detrimental to more than those undergoing it

Opinion: Hazing detrimental to more than those undergoing it

By Justin Stafford March 27, 2014

Hazing is often associated with added student stress and pledge deaths. The student being hazed is the only focus, but there is more to the equation, like the detrimental effects of the practices on the...

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Opinion: Minimum wage debate should interest students

By Joshua Hajiakbarifini March 26, 2014

Earlier in this month, Louisiana Public Broadcasting hosted a panel discussion about a partisan issue affecting the lives of the working poor and business leaders alike, a minimum wage increase. LPB had...

FILE - In this Jan. 7, 2014 file photo, show attendees play a video game wearing Oculus Rift virtual reality headsets at the Intel booth at the International Consumer Electronics Show(CES), in Las Vegas. Facebook said Tuesday, March 25, 2014, it has agreed to buy Oculus for $2 billion, betting that its virtual reality may be a new way for people to communicate, learn or be entertained. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)

Opinion: Facebook’s virtual reality investment discouraging

By Eli Haddow March 26, 2014

For those who think this world is too depressing, your lucky day may be around the corner. News spread around the tech world Tuesday that Facebook had agreed to buy virtual reality firm Oculus VR for $2...

Opinion: 'Microaggressions' are proof of a flawed society

Opinion: ‘Microaggressions’ are proof of a flawed society

By Jose Alejandro Bastidas March 26, 2014

The word “microaggression” isn’t a thing yet, but it will be soon. While sitting in one of my classes, I started talking to a group of people about our latest assignment. We didn’t...