Emmy Awards lose luster due to lack of star power


The Emmys, supposedly the show to celebrate all the best in television, were held on a random Monday night in August this year. They were moved from their usual September date by the bigger and better ratings NBC can get with Sunday Night Football, and bullied off of their cushy football-less Sunday night slot by […]

Perry overstepped ethical boundaries in Lehmberg scandal


Though it is vital to maintain professionalism while serving in any public office, people slip sometimes. Texas Gov. Rick Perry’s recent scandal is one distinct case. It involves what Perry believes to be a justified act that falls under the basic right to freedom of speech — but that doesn’t make it any more forgivable. […]

UPDATE: Shaw’s cause of injury under investigation


The story behind USC senior defensive back Josh Shaw’s recent ankle injury took a bizarre turn today, as the validity of his version of events came into question. Head coach Steve Sarkisian announced at practice this morning that the athletic department had received several calls questioning Shaw’s claims that he suffered two high ankle sprains […]