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What Does a Donald Trump Presidency Really Mean?
Carlyann Carey, Opinion Editor • November 6, 2024

On Nov. 5, 2024, America made its fateful decision. The Associated Press called the election to favor Republican nominee Donald Trump early...

‘Anora:’ Chasing the American Dream
James Williams, Asst. Sports Editor • November 6, 2024

The latest recipient of the Cannes Film Festival’s Palme d’Or main prize, “Anora,” was initially released into select theaters on...

‘Heartstopper’ Season Three: Fall Hard, Love Harder
Daniel Meisel, Contributing Writer • November 6, 2024

“Heartstopper” — a coming-of-age romance set in the United Kingdom — follows queer youth as they navigate the challenges of relationships...

St. John’s Impresses Against Saint Peter’s in Blowout Season Opener
James Williams, Asst. Sports Editor • November 6, 2024

The St. John’s Women’s Basketball program began its 50th season with dominance as they cruised to a convincing 80-39 win against the...

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Donald Trump Returns to the White House
Malak Kassem, News Editor • November 6, 2024

Donald Trump was named the 47th president-elect of the United States, winning 277 electoral votes, while Vice President Kamala Harris won...

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Donald Trump Returns to the White House
Malak Kassem, News Editor • November 6, 2024

Donald Trump was named the 47th president-elect of the United States, winning 277 electoral votes, while Vice President Kamala Harris won...

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St. John’s Political Student Union Holds “Civil Conversation on the 2024 Presidential Election”
Malak Kassem, News Editor • November 5, 2024

St. John’s Political Student Union (PSU) held an event on Nov. 4 at 1:50 p.m. inviting the University community to engage in a “civil”...

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We Surveyed 100 Johnnies Ahead of the Presidential Election. Here’s How They Responded.
Malak Kassem, News Editor • November 3, 2024

A Torch survey of 100 students found that St. John’s University students are in favor of Vice President Kamala Harris in Tuesday’s presidential...

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St. John’s University Celebrates Día de Los Muertos
Isabella Athanasiou, Asst. News Editor • November 2, 2024

St. John’s University celebrated Día de Los Muertos on Oct. 31 with a multi-part event, starting with a prayer service at 12:50 p.m. in...

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St. John’s Launches New Minor in Artificial Intelligence
Malak Kassem, News Editor • October 28, 2024

St. John’s University announced the launch of a minor in Artificial Intelligence on Oct. 24. According to the University website, the minor...

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St. John’s Dominates Fordham in 2024-25 Season Opener
Kyler Fox, Managing Editor • November 5, 2024

On a night that the majority of their Big East counterparts struggled to outlast weak competition, St. John’s lived up to the offseason...

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St. John’s Battles to Beat No. 18 Georgetown at Home, 2-0
Nicholas St. Cyr, Staff Writer • November 4, 2024

The St. John’s Men’s Soccer team (7-5-5) earned a victory against No. 18 Georgetown on Nov. 2 at Belson Stadium and with it a top-three...

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Kadary Richmond and Zuby Ejiofor Co-Captain National Championship Quest
Kyler Fox, Managing Editor • October 30, 2024

Following the 2023-24 St. John’s Men’s Basketball team captain Joel Soriano’s departure, Head Coach Rick Pitino needed a new leader....

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Jailah Donald Primed for New Leadership Role
James Williams, Asst. Sports Editor • October 30, 2024

New management and new leadership positions can bring forward a difficult transitional period in any setting, even without the overwhelming...

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New Kids on the Block: Little and Grant’s Transition From High School to College Hoops
Isabella Cautero, Sports Editor • October 30, 2024

Transitioning from high school to college athletics proves to be a struggle for incoming freshmen each year — but Janeya Grant and A’riel...

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‘Hail Marys’ Before Election Day
Carlyann Carey, Opinion Editor • November 3, 2024

It’s the final week before Election Day and the candidates, Republican nominee Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris, are tying...

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What Exactly Your Vote Does This Election
Carlyann Carey, Opinion Editor • November 1, 2024

Betty Cartledge, an 81-year-old woman, voted for the first time in Georgia on Oct. 16. She said that she and her husband had never voted,...

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Kamala’s Christian Conundrum
Micah Grayson, Asst. Opinion Editor • November 1, 2024

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris made the political world buzz at a rally last week when she reprimanded Christian attendees...

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Demanding the Fare Won’t Get You Anywhere
Malak Kassem, News Editor • October 30, 2024

In recent years, fare evasion on New York City buses has been incredibly frequent. This summer, the New York Times reported that one out...

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‘We Live in Time’ is More Than a Film: It’s a Cautionary Tale
Olivia Rainson, Features Editor & Social Media Manager • October 25, 2024

When production company A24’s newest film ‘We Live in Time’ was released, viewers were quick to discuss their highly emotional and...

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Perfecting Your Spring Schedule: A Guide to Course Registration
Alexandra Prettitore, Asst. Features Editor • November 4, 2024

As October ends, so does the first half of the Fall 2024 semester at St. John’s University. With midterm grades now submitted, it is time...

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Dating With Different Beliefs: The Problem of Politics
Olivia Rainson, Features Editor & Social Media Manager • October 28, 2024

When meeting someone for the first time, asking what their political, social or religious affiliation is likely to be frowned upon. However,...

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Making the Most out of The Movies in Queens
Olivia Rainson, Features Editor & Social Media Manager • October 25, 2024

Going to the movies can be as expensive as going out to eat these days — with opening day tickets reaching over $30 in Queens AMC theaters....

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Four Immersive Experiences to Feel the Fright
Isabella Acierno, Outreach Manager • October 22, 2024

When it comes to Halloween, there is a diverse array of events that commemorate the season. For those who consider themselves to be thrill-seekers,...

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Behind the Staten Island Transition: SJU Students and Faculty Adapt to Campus Closure
Isabella Acierno, Outreach Manager • October 21, 2024

St. John’s University President Rev. Brian J. Shanley sealed the future of Johnnies across the Verrazano just 19 days before the start...

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‘Woman of the Hour:’ The Dangers of Casual Sexism
Celina Mullady, Asst. Culture Editor • November 3, 2024

Anna Kendrick's directorial debut, “Woman Of The Hour” was released to Netflix on Oct. 18. The film is based on the true story of a serial...

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Tyler, The Creator’s ‘CHROMAKOPIA:’ A Bold New Chapter
Catherine Pascal, Staff Writer • October 31, 2024

After a three-year hiatus, Tyler, The Creator is back with “CHROMAKOPIA,” an album that challenges conventional release strategies and...

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Brat Review: And It’s Completely Different But Still a Review
Fernando Mejia, Staff Writer • October 29, 2024

Charli XCX’s “Brat” needs no introduction. The album, released on June 7, was a cultural phenomenon this past summer that helped her...

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Blood-Sucking Cinema: A Collection of Vampires in Film
Autumn Slater, Contributing Writer • October 27, 2024

With the return of autumn comes the revisiting of seasonal favorites like colorful foliage, crisp air and of course, horror films. While all...

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A New Generation’s ‘Romeo + Juliet’
Celina Mullady, Asst. Culture Editor • October 25, 2024

A majority of Gen Zers have had to read William Shakespeare's “Romeo and Juliet” at some point in their academic career. Many students...

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