Disney’s new live-action film, “Beauty and the Beast,” was released in theaters March 17, is a strong debut for Disney’s upcoming live-action adaptations. The original animated film is considered a classic, so the question of whether or not the live-action adaptation would live up to the original was present amongst audiences. However, the live-action kept […]
Author: Raegan Melfe
Lifestyle Editorial Asst.
‘Green Light’ prefaces new album ‘Melodrama’
After four years of silence, Lorde is releasing a new album. Lorde released “Green Light,” along with a music video March 3. This song is a precursor to her new album, “Melodrama,” which will feature personal songs about what has happened during the years since “Pure Heroine.” Debuting at No. 100 on “Billboard’s Hot 100,” […]
Ashton Kutcher uses his spotlight to shed light on sex slavery
Most people know Ashton Kutcher for his role as Michael Kelso on “That’s 70’s Show” but the actor has a passion much bigger than his spotlight–the fight against human trafficking. Kutcher and his exwife, Demi Moore, founded the organization Thorn in 2008. Thorn creates tracking technology to end sex slavery, specifically trafficking of children. Recently, […]
Artists create buzz with political music
When listening to music most people do not usually think of politics, but some musicians have been taking a stance through the power of music. Whether it was leading up to the election or after the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump, artists are using their talent and platforms to inform or influence their fans. […]
‘Archie Comics’ recieves modern twist in new series ‘Riverdale’
When most people think of “Archie Comics” they think of wholesome and sweet, but “Riverdale,” a spin-off of “Archie,” might uncover a new twist to the original 1940’s comics. “Riverdale” is a new teen drama on The CW. The show is centered around Archie Andrews (K.J. Apa), Veronica Lodge (Camila Mendes), Betty Cooper (Lili Reinhart) […]
Children say ‘hello’ to Riverside
Two California Baptist University alumni have released a children’s book about Riverside. “Hello Riverside!” was written by Mark and Giselle Cloud and illustrated by Jessica Robyn. Both Mark Cloud and Robyn are alumni. After Robyn called Kristine Lippire, assistant professor of visual art to ask her if the book could be showcased in the CBU […]
Celebrity spotlight shines upon friends and family
Most people never receive the opportunity to bask in the spotlight, but some can get a glimpse through friends and family relations. Sarah Barton, freshman international studies major at California Baptist University, is the cousin of Cole and Dylan Sprouse, the twins most well-known for playing Zack and Cody Martin on “The Suite Life of […]
Comedy of Errors modernizes classic Shakespeare
California Baptist University’s Theater Program is taking a hilarious twist in its next play, the Shakespearean “Comedy of Errors,” the story of two sets of identical twins separated at birth. Set in the 1950s in an Atlantic City-like world, the play is infused with comedy and chaos through the use of mistaken identities and outrageous […]
Festival of Lights emits ice rink from 2016 plan
The Festival of Lights, an annual event in Riverside from November to January, has made some big changes to the festivities this year because of budget cuts. For 24 years, the Festival of Lights at the Mission Inn Hotel & Spa has brought the holiday spirit and entertained guests from surrounding areas. The event features […]
Local restaurant emphasizes family
A local family-owned sandwich shop has been serving quality food to its customers during lunchtime hours for more than 49 years. A hidden gem located on Nelson Street, Backstreet Restaurant is a food joint in Riverside that serves sandwiches and salads from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The restaurant was originally owned by a husband-wife duo, but […]