It’s common knowledge that during the freshman year, many students put on some weight. Of course there are obvious factors such as less exercise, more junk food, and stress that may contribute to this, but according to some studies, alcohol could be another main source for weight gain. Even with this negative effect however, its not all bad news for drinkers. Studies have been showing that light to moderate drinking can actually increase a persons life span.

In my perfect world, I dream of a time where I can watch a Youtube video without having it stop midway to finish loading. This request seems plausible, but here in Idaho, it seems that all I can do is dream.

The Idaho Vandals finished with a 35-23 win over the Hawaii Warriors on Saturday, moving to 6-1 on the year and 3-0 in WAC conference play. The win kept the Vandals atop the conference.

Columnist Fawn Caveney discusses the power of seizing the day while you're young.

Kelly Knopp is a local artist currently on display at the Flying M coffee shop's "art wall."

For the first time in 10 years Monday night, the Boise State volleyball team beat the University of Idaho. Boise State, now 2-16 (2-4 in WAC play) on the campaign, pulled an improbable win over a highly touted yet unproven Vandal squad (7-11, 3-3 WAC).