Jesse Jackson Dies at 84

Makayla Morello, News Editor • February 25, 2026

Jesse Jackson, the influential civil rights leader, Baptist minister, and two-time presidential candidate who helped reshape American politics in the 1980s, died on Tuesday, Feb. 17, at the age of 84.

University of Southern Maine vs. UMass Boston

Regina Pasi, Staff Writer • February 24, 2026

Thanks to Noah Dowling Maine was able to secure a dominating 105-63 win over UMass Boston!

The Housemaid: Complicated Empowerment

Olivia Fanjoy, Copy Editor • February 24, 2026

The Housemaid, starring Sydney Sweeney, conveyed a complicated message of abuse and empowerment due to the starring actor's associations.

Same Store, Same Product, Different Cost

Olivia Fanjoy, Copy Editor • February 24, 2026

A comparison of grocery store prices and affordability.

Avengers Doomsday Officially Launches Marketing Campaign

Jared Lennon, Arts & Culture Editor • February 24, 2026

A new Marvel Avenger movie is set to release this year, four new teasers have been released featuring Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, the X-Men actors, and Jim Lee!

USM Reworks Lewiston-Auburn Library

Makayla Morello, News Editor • February 24, 2026

The University of Southern Maine is restructuring library services at its Lewiston-Auburn Campus due to very low physical book usage and growing reliance on digital research tools. The library will stop operating as a traditional lending library.

Good News Roundup

Makayla Morello, News Editor • February 24, 2026

Good News highlights major positive developments in health, safety, and global well-being.

DHS Funding for Dummies

Aberdeen Brickett, Staff Writer • February 24, 2026

An easy overview of what DHS actually is, and what is currently happening with DHS funding.

Beast Games: Season Two

Caraline Squires, Co-Editor-in-Chief • February 24, 2026

Season two of “Beast Games” has three episodes left. Learn what mind-bending games and challenges the remaining ten contestants have endured so far.

DHS is on Thin Ice in Italy for The 2026 Winter Games

Stellan McDorman, Design Director • February 24, 2026

DHS has reported that ICE agents will be present during the 2026 Winter Olympics to mitigate potential risk of transnational criminal organizations.

Women’s Hockey game vs Salve Regina

Kayla O’Connor • February 24, 2026

Coverage of USM Women's Hockey tough loss against the Salve Regina Seahawks in a thrilling game.

Fall in Love with your Major

Christen Eaton, Senior Associate Director Office of Advising • February 24, 2026

Some activities and steps you can take to start enjoying your major more.