Tracking New Music Releases with Zac Wittman: Red Hot Chili Peppers, PUP, Meshuggah, Duster, Lobsterfight

Written By Zachary Wittman, Music Columnist • April 6, 2022

The wait is over for fans of bands new and old as many artists finally break lengthy gaps in releases, creating one of the most consistent weeks thus far.

Pioneer Public: Bethany Latham (James The Seventh)

Written By Kylie Thomas, Co-Features/A&E Editor • April 6, 2022

A sophomore public relations and advertising student with a love for music, Bethany Latham, known artistically as James The Seventh, has created a psychedelic musician identity and a body of work to follow the same theme. When an injury stopped Latham from dancing in the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, she turned to music. It was a gift from her dad that encouraged her, after years of considering writing songs, to finally leap into the music scene.

Baseball sweeps Ohio Christian with ease, look to take on RSC rival IU-Southeast

Written By Mason Strawn, Co-Sports Editor • April 6, 2022

The men’s baseball team continued to cruise through the opposition this week, with the Pioneers taking on and sweeping River State Conference (RSC) rival Ohio Christian University in a three game road...

Four movies with soundtracks to jam out to

Written By Tia Bailey, Co-Features/A&E Editor • April 6, 2022

There is a lot that goes into a good movie. The plot, directing, acting and much more are important components, but something that gets overlooked sometimes is the soundtrack. While some movies seem to lack this element, others absolutely nail the music, and it makes the viewing experience that much better.

Judging Java: Starbucks Baya Energy Drink

Written By Jake Dabkowski, Editor Elect • April 6, 2022

If you’ve been watching television lately, you’ve probably seen an advertisement for Starbucks’ new Baya Energy drink. The drink only comes in can form, it’s not something you can order in their stores but rather something at supermarkets and convenience stores.

Pioneer Public: Ariela Pineda

Written By Kylie Thomas, Co-Features/A&E Editor • March 30, 2022

Ariela Pineda is a sophomore acting major deeply inspired by her Latinx roots. Not only is she an actress, but she is also the main reason the LatinX Student Association is up and running with a variety of events to bring Latinx culture and representation to the forefront of campus life on Point Park.

The Globe News Brief

Written By Caitlyn Scott, Co-News Editor • March 30, 2022

This is the Globe News Brief for the week of March 30.

Baseball sweeps top-10 Georgia Gwinnett, fall to ranked Cumberlands in road series

Written By Mason Strawn, Co-Sports Editor • March 30, 2022

The men’s baseball team faced some of their toughest opponents yet this week, taking on NAIA number eight ranked Georgia Gwinnett University in a two game series on Friday, March 25 and Saturday, March 26, while also facing off against 25th ranked Cumberlands University on Friday as well.

Softball returns to Fairhaven Park for first home series of 2022 season against Midway

Written By Antonio Rossetti, Co-Sports Editor • March 30, 2022

The Point Park Pioneers softball team played their first two home games of the season on a cold and rainy Friday afternoon. The players were ecstatic to play in their first home game against a River States Conference rival (RSC).

The Rink Report: Penguins bounce back in dominant fashion over Red Wings, face Rangers next

Written By Anthony Cugini, Staff Writer • March 30, 2022

After losing their last two games, the Pittsburgh Penguins crushed the Detroit Red Wings 11-2.  Pittsburgh’s offense was dominant in the win as they scored a season-high 11 goals. Stars Evgeni Malkin and Sidney Crosby both had a great game as Malkin had four points while Crosby finished with three. Three of Malkin’s four points were goals as he recorded a hat trick. This was Malkin’s 13th hat trick of his career.

Students celebrate start of spring in Pittsburgh

Written By Kylie Thomas, Co-Features/A&E Editor • March 23, 2022

Sunday, March 20, marked the start of the spring season, a time many college students get to enjoy the outdoors and some hope will cure their seasonal depression.

Port Authority experiences delays amid protests

Written By Caitlyn Scott, Co-News Editor • March 23, 2022

On March 11, the Port Authority of Allegheny County announced possible delays of all vehicles due to employee demonstrations against the COVID-19 vaccine mandate, causing concern among students and faculty who commute to campus.