Gas prices in Texas have surged more than 70 cents per gallon since the U.S. went to war with Iran three weeks ago. The near-total shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz has driven oil prices up more than 40%, pushing the national average to its highest point since 2023 and sending diesel past $5 for the first time in three years.

With a message by Dr. Jacqueline C. Rivers, executive director and senior fellow for social science and policy of the Seymour Institute for Black Church and Policy Studies, Global Bridges held its inaugural chapel service on Tuesday, outlining growing secularism in the U.S., the shift of Christian influence from the global north to the global south and the importance of remembering God.

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Baylor Athletics announced Sunday that head coach Dave Aranda was let go from the program, effective immediately. The announcement prompted mixed reactions among students, with some welcoming a leadership change and others expressing sympathy for Aranda.

Baylor fired head coach Dave Aranda Sunday morning following the Bears’ loss to Kansas. While it was a turbulent weekend for football, soccer stays tied atop the Big 12 and volleyball splits a pair of five-set thrillers.

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As tough as it is to swallow an unexpected $5,000 increase in annual bills, the price hike may not be entirely unwarranted when you take a closer look. But if Baylor expects 10% more money from its families, students are equally warranted to expect a 10% better Baylor experience.

Missing your meal plan? You’re not alone. Between rising grocery prices, busy schedules and spoiled leftovers, life after the dining hall isn’t as glamorous as we thought.

When I look at the people doing this predator-catching, I can’t help but wonder if they truly care about children or if they’re bloodthirsty weirdos who have to pick on someone they know can’t and won’t fight back. I mean, what other scenario can you beat the bricks out of someone and post it online?

In a time of constant communication, it seems like sending a letter is trivial and time-consuming. It might take a week or two to gain a response when you could have what you need within seconds of sending a text. However, the art of writing letters should be embraced and leaned into.

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The 2013 HOT Fair and Rodeo is going strong, and The Baylor Lariat was there to get all of the bronco riding, cafe roping, barrel racing and bull riding action on Oct. 9, 2013. Photos taken by Constance Atton | Lariat Photographer.

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