THE ITHACAN

Review: Long-awaited book lacks informative story

By Elijah de Castro, Staff Writer • July 4, 2020

When John Bolton announced he was writing a book about his experience as national security adviser, pandemonium ensued.

Earthquake hits Middle East, no thoughts and prayers

By Isabella Grullón Paz • November 15, 2017

More than 400 people died in a 7.3 magnitude earthquake that hit Iran and Iraq on Nov. 12.

Chinese law sparks Muslim uprisings

By Isabella Grullón Paz • April 5, 2017

Ironically, it is the years of this abuse, oppression and marginalization that has led the Uyghurs to become aggressive toward the Chinese government.

College and City: April 10

April 10, 2014

Free HIV testing available with anonymous process, robbery suspects charged in E. Spencer Street case and more.

Coronaviruses a continuing concern for medical professionals

By Amanda Hutchinson, Contributing Writer • March 18, 2013

Ask any person on the street about coronaviruses, and the chances will be pretty good that they don’t know what you’re talking about. However, chances are also pretty good that they’ll have had one before, as coronaviruses are one of the leading causes of the common cold, and our pets are often vaccinated against them.…

Hillary Clinton’s mixed legacy

By Rachael Hartford • February 18, 2013

Following former U.S. Senator John Kerry’s quick confirmation by the Senator, the new secretary of state joked he had big “heels” to fill as Hillary Clinton’s predecessor. Clinton is leaving the State Department with unprecedented approval ratings that could pave her way to a 2016 presidential candidacy if she wanted it. She became known for…

US must rethink alliance with Israel

By Rachael Hartford • November 29, 2012

If you are a bit confused as to what has been in the news about Gaza lately, you are not alone. And it’s probably because the prevailing US media narrative of what is going on over there is fundamentally skewed. We are being provided news sans the historical context necessary to understand why Hamas and…

As election nears, no clear winner in recent debates

By Rachael Hartford • October 26, 2012

In the past couple of weeks we have seen all four of the presidential and vice presidential debates that mark the final push at the closing of election season. With just more than a week left before Americans across the nation cast their votes Nov. 6, I think it is safe to say we have…

‘Innocence of Muslims’ video sparks violence and global debate

By Shea O'Meara, Senior Writer • September 27, 2012

The Ithaca College community combats violence by emphasizing moderate aspects of the faith in the wake of anti-American protests.

Anti-Islam embassy attacks and its potential effect on US diplomacy

By Rachael Hartford • September 16, 2012

In the past four days, thousands have taken to the streets across the Middle East and North Africa to join in the protests against an anti-Islamic film as well as the country in which it was produced, the United States. This film, which was produced in the US by extreme anti-Islamic groups, was released on…