Earworms: Imaginal Disk – Exponent
Oct 17, 2024 · “Full” is the word I would use to describe the soundscape of Imaginal Disk, the second album from synthpop duo Mica Tenenbaum and Matthew Lewin, better known as Magdalena Bay. Taking not only from synthpop but trends from hyper pop, electronic, soft rock, disco and a hint of “brat” energy, the album constantly throws new...
100th Homecoming Recap – Exponent
Oct 17, 2024 · The 100th Homecoming has come and gone, and here are some of the highlights. On Sunday, the campus started by participating in Homecoming Volleyball in the Pioneer Activity Center. There was a lot of cheering and Pioneer Pride. The winner was Nick Smies’ team. Tuesday was Banner and Trivia Night at the Markee, and the...
WI Man Charged with Starting Fire in WI Congressman’s Office
5 days ago · Caiden Stachowicz, 19, was charged with felony arson, making terrorist threats, attempted burglary and property damage after attempting to burn down a Wisconsin congressman’s office on Jan. 19, because he was reportedly upset with the TikTok ban. If convicted on all counts, Stachowicz could face up to 50 years in …
Online Coupon Service Scam – Exponent
5 days ago · YouTube channels having sponsorships is not a new thing. Often, this is how YouTubers make money. Although some YouTubers may try and vet the sponsors to make sure they are not selling a scam to their audiences, the online coupon service “Honey” has slipped through the cracks. Honey was first made in Nov. 2012 by...
Earworm: “Providence” Poor Man’s Poison – Exponent
5 days ago · Poor Man’s Poison was formed in 2009 by childhood friends who wanted to create music. This led to them making three studio albums and one live album before they went on a break in 2014. However Poor Man’s Poison has recently made a huge come back and started to make music again, especially after they...
Trump puts Tariffs on Imports from Canada , Mexico, China
5 days ago · On Feb. 1, President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing hefty tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada and China, sparking immediate backlash and feelings of betrayal from America’s North American neighbors. The move marked the beginning of a trade war between long-standing allies. Trump defended the tariffs …
PowerSchool Data Breach – Exponent
6 days ago · PowerSchool, a company that assists schools in keeping track of tens of millions of students, has fallen victim to the largest breach of American children’s personal information. Cyberattacks against schools have become more and more common in recent years, with education facilities having the highest rate of ransomware attacks compared to …
Elon Musk Gives Nazi Salute – Exponent
5 days ago · Tesla CEO Elon Musk is under scrutiny for a salute he made during the inauguration of President Donald Trump. After his speech, Musk brought his right hand to his chest, then extended it outwards at a straight, upward angle. Musk then turned around and repeated the action. This hand motion is commonly known as the...
“It Ends with Us” Controversy – Exponent
5 days ago · BookTok is a side of TikTok that recommends and talks about books. It has led to several new and older books becoming breakout successes, one of them being “It Ends with Us.” “It Ends with Us” is a book written by Colleen Hoover in 2016. This book follows dual points of view of a younger...
Professor Profiles: Dr. David Gillota – Exponent
Oct 3, 2024 · There are a great number of professors who have different interests and skills. So, the Exponent wanted to learn and share these aspects with the rest of campus and decided first to interview Dr. David Gillota, professor of English, humanities department chair and advisor to Exponent and Film Club. You have worked at UW-Platteville for...